MA Musical Theatre in Guildford United Kingdom | University of Surrey

As a performer, you'll need a passion for musical theater, creativity, and the ability to forge meaningful connections with storytelling, the roles you embody, and your audience. Our MA in Musical Theatre draws upon our internationally recognized expertise in this field. Throughout the program, you'll develop your acting, vocal, and dance abilities while mastering all facets of performance, empowering you to refine your talents and embark on your professional journey with assurance. The Guildford School of Acting (GSA) ranks among the UK's top accredited drama institutions, offering specialized conservatory training in state-of-the-art facilities. Admission to GSA's Musical Theatre MA places you among a carefully chosen group of dedicated performers-in-training, all possessing the focus and drive to acquire new techniques while honing existing ones.

This rigorous MA in Musical Theatre prepares students in the essential triple-threat disciplines of acting, singing, and dance. Our program emphasizes practical skill development through technical group and individual sessions, alongside targeted professional growth. You'll have opportunities to synthesize these abilities in musical theater rehearsal projects and live performances. The curriculum also includes seminars on contextual and theoretical studies, complemented by masterclasses conducted by industry experts covering audition techniques and repertoire expansion. Technical class learnings are reinforced through project-based work, featuring: rehearsals of both classic and modern musicals, a public performance directed by professional theater practitioners, a presentation of your work to industry professionals, and a showcase event connecting you with agents, casting directors, and creative leaders in the field.