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 EnrichmentA level Welcome Days 2010

2. Bridgwater College Performing Arts Academies and EnrichmentDance AcademyDrama AcademyShow ChoirRock AcademyBridgwater College ChoirBridgwater College Music EnsemblesMusic Centre (one-to-one lessons)

3. Academy Expectations and CommitmentsMonday morning 9 – 11.15am A Block on timetableAttendance at all rehearsals and performancesOccasional evening and weekend commitmentsCost of performances are covered by the college but there is a small cost for rehearsal and performance wear and any residential

4. Meet the DirectorsDance Academy – Kate Golder Drama Academy – Philip Leigh

5. Meet The DirectorsShow Choir – Kat StevensRock Academy – Luke Allen

6. How To Apply And AuditionsComplete 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 SeptemberAuditions on Monday 13th SeptemberEach audition is of slightly different formatDance/Drama/Show Choir – you will be involved in a workshop and no need to prepare any material previous to the auditionRock 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 AcademyDance with a dynamic, professional style dance company Perform at a wide range of regional venuesWork with top-end visiting professional choreographers and companiesDevelop network links with dancers and companies in the regionGain technical and choreographic experience, and develop skills to help progression to dance schools and related HE courses

8. Drama AcademyPerform in many fully-staged playsExperience a wide variety of theatrical styles and genresWork with other motivated and talented performers Improve your performance skills and develop your confidenceIncrease your knowledge and experience of theatre repertoire

9. Show ChoirPerform in a wide range of concerts, including international toursCompete in high profile regional and national festivals and competitionsDevelop advanced vocal and movement skillsSing in a wide range of styles with unique harmonies and choreographyWork with other motivated and talented vocalists from across the College

10. Rock AcademyPerform in many public rock gigsLearn from experienced musicians and mentorsTour and compete in rock competitions at a national levelWork with other motivated talented musiciansIncrease your knowledge of repertoire and performance style

11. Bridgwater College ChoirOpen-access to students on any courseRehearse Tuesday and Thursday 11.15 – 12.15No audition and membership is free!Variety of performance opportunities including high profile regional festivals and competitions and with full orchestraSing a wide range of styles and genresJoin over 100 other singers in this fantastic group

12. Bridgwater College Music ensemblesOpen-access to students on any courseWednesday 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 festivalsWork alongside other motivated talented musicians

13. Music Centre (one-to-one lessons)Available to students on any courseCompetitive priced one-to-one tuitionHighly experienced music lecturersLessons organised to fit with your timetableComplete graded music exams, or learn purely for pleasureApply 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 brochureRegister your interest in being a member of the College Choir (pink sheet) with one of the lecturers present todayRegister your interest in joining one of the Music Ensembles (blue sheet) with one of the lecturers present todayRegister your interest in having one-to-one music lessons from the Music Centre (green sheet) with one of the lecturers present today