This document provides information about performing arts and music academies, ensembles, and lessons available at Bridgwater College for the 2010-2011 academic year. It describes several academies - Dance, Drama, Show Choir, and Rock - that meet on Monday mornings and involve commitments like rehearsals, performances, and wearing costumes. Auditions for the academies will be held on September 13th. The document also details the open-access College Choir and music ensembles that meet weekly, as well as one-on-one music lessons available through the Music Centre. Students are instructed to fill out registration forms if interested in any of the performing opportunities.

1. Bridgwater College Performing Arts Academies and Enrichment A level Welcome Days 2010

2. Bridgwater College Performing Arts Academies and Enrichment Dance Academy Drama Academy Show Choir Rock Academy Bridgwater College Choir Bridgwater College Music Ensembles Music Centre (one-to-one lessons)

3. Academy Expectations and Commitments Monday morning 9 – 11.15am A Block on timetable Attendance at all rehearsals and performances Occasional evening and weekend commitments Cost of performances are covered by the college but there is a small cost for rehearsal and performance wear and any residential

4. Meet the Directors Dance Academy – Kate Golder Drama Academy – Philip Leigh

5. Meet The Directors Show Choir – Kat Stevens Rock Academy – Luke Allen

6. How To Apply And Auditions Complete the Application Form in the Academy brochure – you can apply for as many academies as you would like. Register your interest at the Fresher’s Fair in September Auditions on Monday 13th September Each audition is of slightly different format Dance/Drama/Show Choir – you will be involved in a workshop and no need to prepare any material previous to the audition Rock Academy – Prepare a piece (no longer than 4 minutes) You will be contacted via college email informing you if you have been successful in any of the auditions

7. Dance Academy Dance with a dynamic, professional style dance company Perform at a wide range of regional venues Work with top-end visiting professional choreographers and companies Develop network links with dancers and companies in the region Gain technical and choreographic experience, and develop skills to help progression to dance schools and related HE courses

8. Drama Academy Perform in many fully-staged plays Experience a wide variety of theatrical styles and genres Work with other motivated and talented performers Improve your performance skills and develop your confidence Increase your knowledge and experience of theatre repertoire

9. Show Choir Perform in a wide range of concerts, including international tours Compete in high profile regional and national festivals and competitions Develop advanced vocal and movement skills Sing in a wide range of styles with unique harmonies and choreography Work with other motivated and talented vocalists from across the College

10. Rock Academy Perform in many public rock gigs Learn from experienced musicians and mentors Tour and compete in rock competitions at a national level Work with other motivated talented musicians Increase your knowledge of repertoire and performance style

11. Bridgwater College Choir Open-access to students on any course Rehearse Tuesday and Thursday 11.15 – 12.15 No audition and membership is free! Variety of performance opportunities including high profile regional festivals and competitions and with full orchestra Sing a wide range of styles and genres Join over 100 other singers in this fantastic group

12. Bridgwater College Music ensembles Open-access to students on any course Wednesday 1.15 – 4.30 (A Block on timetable) Membership is free, but you must own your own instrument (except piano/keyboard/drums) Take part in public concerts and festivals Work alongside other motivated talented musicians

13. Music Centre (one-to-one lessons) Available to students on any course Competitive priced one-to-one tuition Highly experienced music lecturers Lessons organised to fit with your timetable Complete graded music exams, or learn purely for pleasure Apply through course enquiries or register your interest at fresher's fair in September

14. What Next… Fill in an application form for the Academies at the back of the Performing Arts Academy brochure Register your interest in being a member of the College Choir (pink sheet) with one of the lecturers present today Register your interest in joining one of the Music Ensembles (blue sheet) with one of the lecturers present today Register your interest in having one-to-one music lessons from the Music Centre (green sheet) with one of the lecturers present today