Applied Theatre and Community Drama The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA)

Overview

This innovative course at LIPA focuses on the transformative power of theatre in society, aiming to develop students into skilled facilitators, directors, and practitioners. The programme is designed to foster collaboration with community groups, charities, and the voluntary sector, allowing students to create meaningful drama that engages and empowers diverse audiences. Throughout the three years, students will engage in practical workshops, independent projects, and supervised collaborations, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the applied theatre landscape.

Why Applied Theatre and Community Drama at LIPA?

LIPA is renowned for its unique approach to performing arts education, consistently ranked among the top institutions in the UK for training in creative fields. With strong partnerships across the arts sector and state-of-the-art facilities, students benefit from a rich learning environment. The emphasis on practical experience and community engagement sets LIPA apart, allowing graduates to emerge as versatile professionals ready to make a significant impact in the field of applied theatre.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured across three years, focusing on various modules that build essential skills:

• Year 1:
  • Facilitation: Presence, Play and Purpose
  • Directing: Politics, Poetics and Possibility
  • Storyteller: Myth, Story and Society
  • Practitioner: Performance and Creativity
• Year 2:
  • Facilitation: Transformation, Flow and Synthesis
  • Directing: Realising Scripted and Devised Theatre
  • Storyteller: Counter Narratives and Community Performance
  • Practitioner: Theatre, Drama and Education
• Year 3:
  • Theatre for Democracy, Health and Environmental Advocacy
  • Relevancy, Realisation and Repertoire: The Pillars of Professional Practice
  • Launchpad: Individual Final Project

Tuition Fee Breakdown

Tuition fees for the BA (Hons) in Applied Theatre and Community Drama at LIPA are set at £9,790 for UK students. For international students, specific fee details are yet to be determined. Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Careers with Applied Theatre and Community Drama

Graduates from this programme have pursued diverse careers, including roles as arts facilitators for community groups, educators in theatre, and project managers within social work frameworks. Notable alumni include Florence McCudden, an outreach caseworker and kindergarten teacher in Ghana, and Liam Smaje, who has worked with schools and refugees. The skill set acquired through this programme prepares students for impactful careers in various sectors, including education, social justice, and community engagement.