Dance, Musical Theatre

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Shockout takes immense pride in being a beacon of quality training in Manchester, offering a comprehensive array of courses meticulously designed to empower aspiring artists. Our intensive programmes are crafted to guide individuals through a transformative journey, enabling them to discover and nurture their unique creative talents.

Our team comprises highly qualified and diverse industry experts, reflecting our dedication to providing an environment that nurtures creativity and individuality. At Shockout, we inspire students to explore and fully embrace their artistic potential.

Whether your aspiration is a BTEC qualification, an undergraduate degree, or postgraduate studies, Shockout caters to students at every stage of their educational journey. Our courses span diverse genres, including Professional Commercial Dance, Street and Hip Hop, and Musical Theatre. Join us to immerse yourself in a world of creativity, where your passion and potential can flourish.

We are an Accredited Centre of Excellence.

  • Shockout students have worked with some of the biggest artists in the music and performing arts industry. Credits include Janet Jackson, Kendrick Lamar, Little Mix, Stormzy, Mabel, X Factor and many more.
  • Our courses provides you with the chance to interact, learn and work alongside professional artists from the dance industry. These can include professional dancers, directors, producers and choreographers.
  • You’ll be based at Shockout Arts in central Manchester, studying and training in their purpose-built, high-specification dance studios that are equal to professional industry standards.

Facilities

Throughout your time at Shockout , you will acquire a thorough grounding in Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary and Commercial, Hip Hop and Street dance, developing the knowledge and skills needed for a career in a variety of exciting and demanding professions in this industry.

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Courses

Our courses build upon training regime by also incorporating an eclectic mix of theory relevant subjects. This fusion of both the practical and theoretical enables our students to prosper and grow as confident, unique artists, under the careful guidance of our excellent faculty.

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Expertise

Our ethos is to provide a broad range of practical driven subjects, to enable creativity, artistry and individuality. We aim to allow students to access a wide range of professional platforms, which inspire and equip students for a long and diverse career.

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BA (Hons) Musical Theatre

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BA (Hons) Professional and Commercial Dance

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BA (Hons) Professional and Commercial Dance with foundation year

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BA (Hons) Professional and Commercial Dance (top-up)

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BA (Hons) Street Dance Artistry and Hip-Hop Theatre (top-up)

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BA (Hons) Professional and Commercial Dance (Accelerated Route)

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BA (Hons) Musical Theatre (top-up)

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FdA Musical Theatre

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FdA Professional and Commercial Dance

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FdA Street and Hip-Hop Vernacular Dance

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PGCE M 14+ Performance and Creative Arts - Postgraduate Level at Shockout Arts

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PGCE M 14+ Dance - Postgraduate Level at Shockout Arts

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MA Dance (Specialist Title)

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MA Professional and Commercial Dance

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CertHE Foundation Musical Theatre

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CertHE Foundation Professional and Commercial Dance

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PGCE M 14+ Performance and Creative Arts - Postgraduate Level at Shockout Arts

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PGCE M 14+ Dance - Postgraduate Level at Shockout Arts

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MA Dance (Specialist Title)

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We have the answers to your questions, find all the advice and support in one place.

Part of the University of Bolton Group

Bolton college
Alliance learning
Anderton centre2
QQA Scheme Participant