You can apply for the BA (Hons) Musical Theatre  course via UCAS - LMA Institution Code - L52  UCAS Code: W313

Campus codes: Liverpool – L  London – N - Newcastle T

Standard Entry Criteria for the course is 96 UCAS points, along with successful audition  - further details can be found on the UCAS website 

Awarded by: Regent’s University London

Tuition Fees (Full-Time, per Year): £9525

To ensure we can continue to invest in the student experience, tuition fees may rise each year of your course. For home students they will not exceed the cap set by the government. This is set out in our Terms and conditions and Tuition Fee Policy both can be found on our policies page.

Information for all Applicants who receive funding from Student Finance Wales.ALL LMA Undergraduate courses ARE eligible for funding from SFW.  LMA courses are NOT affected by recent changes made by the Welsh Government to funding for some creative courses offered by specialist providers.   Any queries about eligibility please contact LMA directly.  

Additional Costs: Students will need suitable attire and may incur costs for project expenses and tickets (including end of year shows).

Studying Musical Theatre

Explore the rich world of musical theatre with this exciting module that blends theory with creativity. You’ll dive into the history and evolution of musical theatre, learning about major genres, iconic performers, and key industry moments. Alongside this, you’ll develop essential academic skills—like research, digital literacy, and essay writing—to support your journey as a performer. With a mix of online lectures, studio workshops, and practical tasks, this module gives you the perfect foundation for your future in the performing arts.

Singing Technique

Take your voice to the next level in this hands-on module focused on singing for musical theatre. You’ll build core vocal skills through technical exercises and explore a range of singing styles used across different musical genres. Learn how to care for your voice, use safe technique, and confidently perform solo and in groups. Whether you’re working on your breath support or perfecting your tone, this module gives you the tools to become a skilled and expressive vocal performer.

Acting Technique

Bring characters to life in this dynamic acting module designed specifically for musical theatre performers. You’ll explore voice work, movement, character development, and script analysis, working with a wide range of texts and styles. From improvisation and devising to traditional monologue work, this module helps you develop the confidence, creativity, and technique you’ll need to act with authenticity and stage presence.

Dance Technique

Get ready to move in this high-energy module that builds your skills across the core dance styles of musical theatre. You’ll train in key techniques—like jazz, tap, and ballet—while also learning about the health and safety practices needed to keep your body performance-ready. Dance workshops will help you improve precision, flexibility, and musicality, while also exploring how different styles are used across iconic musicals. Perfect for developing the versatility today’s performers need.

Musical Theatre Live Performance

Step into the spotlight with this performance-based module that lets you experience the thrill of live theatre. Working as part of an ensemble, you’ll rehearse and perform both short studio pieces and a larger-scale theatre production. You’ll learn about rehearsal discipline, physical preparation, and industry-level performance expectations, gaining real insight into what it takes to succeed in professional musical theatre. With tutor guidance and peer feedback, you’ll grow your stagecraft and develop as a confident, collaborative performer.

Exploring Musical Theatre 

Uncover the big ideas behind the shows you love. In this thought-provoking module, you’ll analyse iconic performances from across the performing arts world and explore how they reflect cultural, political and ethical issues. You'll develop advanced research and critical thinking skills while learning to use digital tools to present your ideas. Ideal for anyone interested in the deeper meaning of musical theatre and its place in society, this module helps you become a more informed, reflective performer.

Advanced Musical Theatre Technique – Acting Through Song & Screen

Enhance your acting and vocal abilities with a deeper dive into Acting Through Song (ATS). You’ll refine your vocal technique, develop character work, and learn how to apply acting methods to both stage and screen. This module focuses on performance versatility, helping you master everything from musical theatre accents to emotionally-driven song interpretation. Perfect for students wanting to elevate their performance craft and expand their casting potential.

Musical Theatre Dance Technique 2 – 

Take your musical theatre dance training to the next level! This module develops your ability to accurately perform a wide range of musical theatre dance styles, from jazz to lyrical and beyond. You’ll focus on choreography, technique, characterisation and storytelling through movement, gaining the skills and confidence to shine as a triple threat performer.

Musical Theatre Staged Performance

Step into the world of full-scale musical theatre production. This practical module gives you hands-on experience developing and staging both traditional and contemporary musicals. From audition to curtain call, you’ll rehearse, perform, and reflect on your work while building vital collaboration and communication skills. This is your chance to gain real-world musical theatre performance experience and grow your confidence on stage.

Musical Theatre Major Performance

Bring your skills centre stage in a full-scale live musical theatre production. You’ll collaborate as part of a performance company to explore, rehearse, and stage a complete show—developing original concepts, refining your technique, and delivering a polished performance to a live audience. This is your opportunity to showcase your creative voice and graduate with professional-level experience.

Musical Theatre Performance Showcase

Craft your professional performer showcase with confidence. In this module, you’ll select material that highlights your unique strengths across singing, acting, and dance, and present it in a professional setting. With support and feedback, you’ll refine your performance and build a showcase designed to help launch your musical theatre career.

Promotional Portfolio

Prepare to launch your dance career with a comprehensive promotional portfolio. You’ll learn how to market yourself professionally through showreels, websites, digital branding, CV writing, and promotional materials. Industry insight sessions and career planning workshops will help you identify your target audience and employment sector while giving you the tools to present yourself confidently to agents, employers, casting directors, and producers across the musical theatre and creative industries.

Industry Investigation

Take control of your learning by researching a topic that reflects your personal interests and future career goals within the creative industries. You’ll explore an area of contemporary debate, emerging trend, or professional issue in depth—applying research skills, critical analysis, and academic writing techniques to create a fully developed research project. This independent investigation allows you to showcase your intellectual curiosity and professional insight alongside your performance training.

At LMA, we believe in learning by doing. You’ll spend most of your time in studios, rehearsal rooms and performance spaces, taking part in practical sessions led by experienced professionals who know what it takes to succeed on stage.

You’ll learn through a blend of tutor-led workshops, rehearsals, ensemble work and solo development, supported by one-to-one feedback and group critiques. Alongside this, you'll explore the history, theory and business of musical theatre – helping you understand the wider industry and where you fit within it.

Your progress will be assessed through a mix of practical performances, showreels, vocal and dance demonstrations, creative projects, and reflective portfolios – all designed to prepare you for the real-world demands of a career in musical theatre. You’ll also build a professional portfolio and take part in industry-standard showcases, so you graduate with real tools to launch your career.

Key Skills You'll Graduate With:

Triple Threat Training – Industry-ready performance skills in singing, acting, and dance for stage and screen.

Live Performance Experience – Hands-on involvement in professional-standard productions and showcases.

• Creative Collaboration – Strong teamwork and communication skills developed through ensemble and group work.

• Industry Knowledge – A clear understanding of how the performing arts sector works, including auditioning and freelancing.

• Personal Branding & Promotion – A polished professional portfolio including showreel, CV, and digital assets.

• Adaptability & Innovation – Confidence to perform across styles and settings, embracing new tech and trends.

• Reflective & Critical Thinking – Skills to evaluate and improve your creative work and navigate your career path.

With a strong foundation in acting, singing and dance, you’ll graduate as a confident and adaptable performer ready to take on the professional world. Many of our students go on to work in theatre, film, TV, touring productions, cruise lines and live entertainment.

Your training also opens doors beyond the stage – from choreography and directing, to arts education, fitness and wellbeing, and behind-the-scenes roles in stage production. You’ll also be equipped to pursue freelance work, set up your own performance company or continue into postgraduate study in performance or creative entrepreneurship.