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28 February 2023
Do you dream of performing on stage? The world of ...
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“Performance art is about joy, about making something that’s so full of kind of a wild joy that you really can’t put into words” –
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Are you interested in a career as an artist, designer, animator, choreographer, or illustrator? A degree in creative arts can make this happen. If you consider yourself creative and aspire to a career you would love, this could be a grea...
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If you’re a third-year art student thinking about what to do next after you graduate, there are a number of art and design postgraduate courses to consider.Staying on at university has a multitude of benefits, and at the Univers...
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Deciding on a career path can seem like a tremendous task to begin with. After studying multiple subjects for years, you finally have an idea about what you enjoy learning and potentially a career to pursue. The next step is to look for ...
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The saying goes ‘practice makes perfect’, but one of the most significant issues when studying is getting enough practise to make you industry-ready upon graduation. At the University of Bolton, our theatre courses combine academic s...
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Students who study performing arts and theatre at the University of Bolton have access to their specialist stage facility, but also, to the Octagon Theatre Bolton, one of the country’s leading theatres.In the heart of Bolton, th...
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Since graduating with first class honours from the BA (Hons) Performing Arts programme in 2015, performing arts graduate Anthony Gough, has been on a journey that has led to him setting up his own company for a career in arts.Enga...
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Studying for a theatre career in the performing arts is a great way to land yourself in a role you love. A passion for the performance tends to develop throughout compulsory education or after school clubs, when you graduate from your de...
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Fulfil your dream of working in the arts world and reach your potential at the University of Bolton, where students come first, and where you’ll have a positive and friendly learning environment to support you through your studies. The...
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Provide a form of releaseThe arts is excellent for channelling inner thoughts, frustrations and feelings, which can improve mental health in teenagers. For young people undergoing exam stress or...
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Keeping your Skills Sharp - Online Peformance TipsThis pandemic has brought a significant amount of disruption to both live theatre and music performances – with virtually all shows being cancelled for the fores...
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William Shakespeare is still famous hundreds of years after producing his work. From his playwrights and theatre productions to his influence on language and literature. It wouldn't be going too far to say that Shakespeare has profoundly...
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On Tuesday 11th June 2019, Theatre and Performance final year students took to the stage at The Lowry Theatre to share their final performances.The night was an eclectic mix of new writing, solo performances and contemporary adapt...
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