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CUA40520 CERTIFICATE IV IN MUSICAL THEATRE
FULL-TIME PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 10-12
This program is tailored for students aspiring to pursue a professional career in the entertainment industry, specifically those with talents in Dance, Acting, and Singing. Being a ‘Triple Threat’ significantly enhances your employability within the industry. Our full-time Musical Theatre course allows you to simultaneously complete your senior schooling through Distance Education, providing a comprehensive training experience while accommodating your academic needs.
As one of the largest and most prestigious performing arts academies, we are dedicated to providing elite training across a diverse range of disciplines. Our comprehensive programs include Music Theatre, Stage Acting, Screen Acting, Singing, Acrobatics, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, and RAD Ballet.
Our commitment to excellence has established us as a premier destination for aspiring artists looking to refine their craft and achieve professional success, with many of our alumni and current students actively working in the industry. At NAPA College, we pride ourselves on nurturing talent and delivering top-tier instruction in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Additionally, we've created the NAPA Ensemble to produce musicals for adult performers on a profit-sharing basis. Our facility features three dance studios, private music rooms, and a theatre. We are renowned for our exceptional productions of musicals, cabarets, and plays.
Join us and be part of a tradition of excellence in the performing arts!
NAPA STUDIOS | GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA
3 Stevenson Court, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
About the Course
CUA40520 Certificate IV in Musical Theatre
The course CUA40520 Certificate IV in Musical Theatre is delivered by the National Academy of Performing Arts. NAPA is proud to be an Auspice partner with Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD) to deliver this nationally accredited course. ATOD is a registered RTO for the National Academy of Performing Arts College (RTO 31624)
The course is for students that exhibit talent and skills in Dance, Acting and Singing and are looking for a professional career in the entertainment industry. Being a ‘Triple Threat’ gives greater chance of employment in the industry.
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The duration of the course for year 10 is over 3 years, and for year 11 over 2 years. Entry into year 11 is for already-experienced students only and will be subject to further audition/interview processes. A year will equate to 40 weeks over 4 terms.
The course runs from Monday-Thursday
Times are CURRENTLY as follows:
Mondays - 9am – 8.30pm
Tuesdays - 9am – 8.30pm
Wednesdays - 9am – 8.30pm
Thursdays - 9am – 5.30pm
PLEASE NOTE
For students selecting optional classes, these times may extend beyond these core times depending on their selection
Some Fridays will be used for exams and performance assessments as well as special guest workshops
Academic work is supervised at the studio, but Friday should be used to complete academic work and College assessments.
During the day, students are supervised in their academic studies between timetabled classes that are specifically structured to align with the ATOD units and the assessments required for each unit.
In the evening, students participate in compulsory classes that provide additional training to develop skills and techniques required for the Cert IV course. These classes are covered by the Cert IV fees. The compulsory classes are as follows:
Senior Tread the Boards
Senior Film and TV
Broadway Bound Extension
Opens Musical Theatre Team
15’s Musical Theatre Team
Senior tap Technique
Senior Dance Technique
Students participate in mentoring specific junior classes to strengthen their understanding of skill development and teaching techniques whilst developing their own leadership skills.
Students may wish to do extra classes, that are not compulsory. They may select two free of charge, any more will be charged at the regular class fee.
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The cost of the course is $9000 per year. A deposit of $900 will be required on acceptance of your place offered. Payments will be made monthly for the rest of the fees.
On top of fees money should be budgeted for excursions. Students are required to see live performances and we also organise social events.
Students will require a laptop.
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This is done through Distance Education. We require that successful applicants enrol in the Cairns School of Distance Education. This school waivers all school fees for Queensland students. NAPA will supervise student studies here at the studio, however it is important to note that this is an extra service not a requirement. The responsibility for the child’s learning rests in the hands of the parent. The student and parent are responsible for uploading assessments and meeting educational requirements of their chosen academic subjects. Students will require a laptop to work on during their timetabled ‘home’ studies. Parents can choose to supervise their child’s studies at home, however, students must be at the studio in time for their Cert IV classes.
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All successful students will be required to purchase and wear a NAPA College uniform. Wearing a uniform will be taken seriously and we expect our NAPA College students to wear this appropriately and with pride. More detail will be given in the Information Handbook to successful applicants.
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Thank you for choosing the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) to complete your Certificate IV in Musical Theatre (CUA40520). This course will be conducted under a partnership with Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD), a not-for-profit organisation and one of the leading providers of nationally accredited dance teaching in Australia.
We see this as a three way collaboration – between you, your studio and ourselves. As you dream big, NAPA will support you to obtain your professional industry qualifications and launch your dance career – whether this is as a professional dance teacher, a successful small business owner or a performer. ATOD will monitor your progression throughout your course and ensure you meet the national requirements for training and assessing.
Nationally recognised courses ensure a standard of excellence and provide you with a choice of Certificate and Diploma programmes. When you begin your training, your delivery and assessment will be conducted by NAPA, a highly respected industry professional. As your studies progress, NAPA focuses on developing your skills further and provide you with every opportunity to achieve your goals.
As the Registered Training Organisation, ATOD are bound by federal legislation and hold ultimate responsibility for your education. We report to government departments as necessary and ensure that NAPA, complies with legislation. Once you have completed your course, we will issue you with your final certificate.
With all of the legal information and administration covered by ATOD, NAPA is able to remain creative and concentrate on your learning and on what they do best – training and assessing you in dance, dance teaching and musical theatre.
We are excited that this three-way partnership will qualify you to reach the next level of success in your dance career and wish you the very best as you progress through your training.
NAPA College Teaching Staff
CUA40520 Certificate IV in Musical Theatre is delivered by the National Academy of Performing Arts.
NAPA is proud to be an Auspice partner with Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD) to deliver this nationally accredited course.
ATOD is a registered RTO for the National Academy of Performing Arts College (RTO31624)
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