SUMMER MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE - AUGUST 2026 - DETAILS BELOW
Musical theatre summer intensive 2026
Are you serious about performing and looking to take your training to the next level?
Join ETA Performance for an intensive week of musical theatre training led by experienced industry professionals currently working within the industry and training environments.
Designed for young performers aged 14–19, this course offers focused, integrated training across Singing, Acting and Dance in a supportive but ambitious environment.
Whether you are currently studying GCSE or A Level Performing Arts/Drama, preparing for drama school auditions, or simply looking to strengthen your performance skills, this intensive is designed to challenge, inspire and develop you as a performer.
Places are deliberately limited in order to ensure a high level of individual attention, detailed coaching and meaningful performance development throughout the week.
The Week
Throughout the week, participants will work closely with our team on:
- integrated performance skills
- ensemble and solo work
- acting through song
- rehearsal technique
- performance confidence
- audition preparation and industry awareness
Alongside practical training, there will be a strong focus on audition technique and professional industry preparation, including:
- drama school and conservatoire applications
- UCAS/CUCAS processes
- self-taping and audition etiquette
- choosing and preparing material
- life as a freelance performer
- industry organisations including Spotlight and Equity
training arEAS
Acting
Singing
- Text analysis
- Scene work
- Acting Through Song
- Monologues
- Improvisation
- Voice Work
Singing
Singing
- Ensemble singing
- Solo performance work
- Musicianship
- Working with sheet music
- Repertoire guidance
Optional 1-to-1 coaching sessions may also be available at an additional cost.
Dance & Movement
- Choreography and pick-up skills
- Storytelling through movement
- Partner work
- Movement for actors
- Integrated performance
Audition Technique
Audition Technique
- Audition room practice
- Self-tapes
- Choosing material
- Sight reading (music and sides)
- Drama school preparation
- Industry expectations and insight
Industry Insight
Audition Technique
Industry Insight
Dedicated Q&A opportunities and practical advice throughout the week from experienced practitioners working within training and the professional industry.