World Performance University of Essex

Overview

Throughout the BA World Performance at the  University of Essex , this course gives you the opportunity to train, create, and perform in an exciting range of global theatre practices. You’ll explore Western and non-Western acting techniques alongside performance traditions from around the world, developing a deeper understanding of storytelling through different cultural perspectives.

Your future

The course combines practical theatre training with a broad exploration of international performance styles, from World Music to Commedia Dell’Arte and Balinese Kecak. You’ll also be introduced to the basics of filmmaking and backstage roles such as theatre production and set design. In your final year, you’ll apply the techniques you’ve learned in three technically-supported productions.

The course is designed for curious, ambitious creatives who are eager to explore the world’s rich performance traditions. Throughout the course, you’ll be encouraged to discover your own artistic voice and challenge conventions. By the time you graduate, you’ll have developed as a performer and theatre-maker with the artistic and technical skills to create innovative and culturally-informed work.

We offer a broad range of scholarships and bursaries to support your studies with us. EU students are eligible for the Undergraduate EU Scholarship, which offers a discount of £5,000 on annual tuition fees for each year of study. International students from non-EU countries could be eligible for a International Undergraduate Scholarship worth £5,000. To explore our full range of scholarships and check your eligibility, visit the University of Essex scholarships and funding page.