CUA30120 CERTIFICATE III IN DANCE

CUA40520 CERTIFICATE IV IN MUSICAL THEATRE

CUA50213 DIPLOMA OF MUSICAL THEATRE

FULL-TIME PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 9-12 AND SCHOOL LEAVERS

2026 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

These programs are 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 safe, supportive and dynamic environment.

Additionally, we've created the NAPA Ensemble to produce musicals for adult performers. 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

NAPA COLLEGE 2026

FULL-TIME COURSES

All courses are 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)

Certificate III in Dance

Our Certificate III in Dance has been carefully designed as a foundation year for students who aspire to pursue a career in Musical Theatre or continue their training through the Certificate IV in Musical Theatre program. Students will complete the Certificate III over 1 year while also continuing their schooling via Distance Education.

This course offers intensive, focused dance training to build strong technical foundations, while also incorporating weekly acting and singing classes to ensure students develop as versatile, well-rounded performers.

The program is ideally suited to students in Grade 9 or 10, providing the flexibility to transition into the Certificate IV in either Grade 10 or 11. With its balance of discipline, creativity, and professional preparation, the Certificate III in Dance equips students with the skills and confidence to take the next step in their performing arts journey.

Certificate IV in Musical Theatre

Our Certificate IV in Musical Theatre is a full-time program designed for students ready to take the next step toward a professional career in the performing arts. With intensive training across dance, acting, and singing, this course develops the essential skills of a true triple threat performer while also supporting students to complete their senior schooling through Distance Education.

As one of the Gold Coast’s leading performing arts academies, NAPA provides elite training across a wide range of disciplines, including Music Theatre, Stage Acting, Screen Acting, Singing, Acrobatics, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, and RAD Ballet. This comprehensive approach ensures students graduate with versatility, confidence, and industry-ready experience.

Many of our alumni and current students are already working professionally in the industry, reflecting NAPA’s strong reputation for excellence in training and performance. With a supportive and dynamic environment, our students are given every opportunity to refine their craft, perform in exceptional productions, and prepare for a future in the entertainment industry.

Diploma of Musical Theatre

Our Diploma of Musical Theatre is a one-year, full-time program designed for students in Grade 12 or above who are ready for advanced training before taking the next step into tertiary study or the professional industry. This intensive course provides industry-relevant training with experienced professionals, equipping performers with the skills, confidence, and versatility required to succeed in a variety of performance pathways.

With a strong focus on dance, acting, and singing, the Diploma builds on prior training and prepares students for the demands of both higher education and the professional stage. Students benefit from workshops, performance opportunities, and mentorship, graduating as well-rounded, stage-ready artists ready to pursue their chosen path in the performing arts.

Emerging Artist Program

The Emerging Artist Program is a flexible, non-accredited pathway designed for students who want to tailor their training to suit their individual goals and schedules. Ideal for Grade 12 students or working performers, this program allows participants to choose the disciplines and intensity of training that best support their development in dance, acting, and singing.

With a focus on versatility, skill-building, and personal growth, the Emerging Artist Program provides a supportive environment where students can explore their strengths, refine their craft, and prepare for further training or professional opportunities. This adaptable pathway is perfect for motivated performers seeking to maintain momentum in their performing arts journey while balancing other commitments.

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.