Pearson BTEC Musical Theatre Programme (2022/23)

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Performing Arts

(Registration Number: 252301)

EXCEL is extending its expertise in musical theatre training to this full-time Musical Theatre Programme. Students get hands-on experience, working and studying with professional artists. Instructors are Academy graduates with a wealth of experience. Students will have ample performance opportunities and get connected to practitioners in the industry. Students who aspire to continue their studies at the Academy or overseas will also get advice from instructors.

PEARSON BTEC QUALIFICATION

The Pearson BTEC qualifications are widely recognized, particularly in the UK, Australia and the USA. Locally, HKAPA and various universities have declared recognition of Pearson BTEC level 4 Higher National Certificate as meeting the general entrance requirements for admission to undergraduate studies.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

Past graduates had joined Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park for career development. Some are doing freelance works, doing TV commercial and performance-based works. Others are furthering their studies at the Academy or overseas.

CURRICULUM

Dancing

Jazz Dance
Tap Dance

Academic Subjects

The Performing Arts Industry
Professional Development
Musical Theatre History in Practice

Singing

Singing
Vocal Repertoire

Drama

Acting

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be 16 years old or above, have completed HKDSE or equivalent, and pass the subject of English Language; or non-local qualifications such as a GCE AL, IB Diploma; High School Graduation Diploma or SAT, etc… All candidates must pass an audition. Experience in acting, singing and dancing will be an advantage.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Complete an application form and return it with the following documents to HKAPA EXCEL, 1 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong.

1. Completed application form.

2. A headshot-to-waist photo and a full-body photo.

3. Photocopy(ies) of academic and/or professional qualifications.

4. A photocopy of identification document (HKID card or passport).

5. A cheque for application fee payable to “EXCEL Ltd.”

AUDITION

Applicants will be invited to attend an audition. Candidates need to prepare the following:

1. A one-minute presentation of monologue from any plays.

2. A one-minute presentation of a song from any musicals or related styles.

3. Candidates must provide their own pianist or prepare an MMO in CD format.

4. At the audition, candidates will be taught a series of dance combinations and requested to present it before the panel of judges.

5. A cheque of the Registration Fee payable to “EXCEL Ltd.” on or before the audition. (Registration Fee will be banked in when the student is accepted; the cheque will be returned to unsuccessful applicants. Candidates without Registration Fee payment cheque will not be auditioned.)

6. EXCEL will inform applicants audition date and time by email in due course.

7. Result will be released via email.