Drama
Drama
The Drama Pathway at CAPA College covers all things stage and screen! You will study the fundamentals of acting while building your skills as a creative – with some incredible performance opportunities along the way. You will be taught by industry professionals to ensure that you develop the most up-to- date knowledge to equip you for an exciting career in the Arts.
DRAMA
At a glance
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSES at Level 4 or above. (Some exceptional cases, read more here)
Qualifications
Each student will achieve a UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma qualification (worth 3 A levels) as well as A Level Drama.
Duration
2 years

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Performance Opportunities
We work closely with professional artists, companies and theatres to ensure our students get first-hand experience producing and performing in a range of different venues, including the National Theatre, Sadler’s Wells and Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
On-Set Experience
The pathway for aspiring storytellers, students on our Drama pathway are immersed in everything from acting and directing to scriptwriting, presenting and improvisation.
Curriculum
Devising
– Directing
– Scriptwriting
– Improvisation
– Devised Theatre
Performance
– Presenting
– Acting for Camera
– Scripted Performance
– Contemporary Theatre
Analysis
– Drama Theory
– Drama Analysis
– Applied Theatre
– History of Drama
Physicality
– Stage Combat
– Physical Theatre
– Body Conditioning
– Dance and Movement
“CAPA College is an excellent place to train and prepare
Bronwyn James
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Wicked, 2024 (Universal Pictures)
Alumni
Read about Alumni from across all Our Pathways here
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Studied BA (Hons) Acting at ALRA North
Bronwyn is best known for her roles as Fanny in the period drama ‘Harlots’ and for appearing alongside Ariana Grande in the Blockbuster Movie Musical ‘Wicked’. She is set to appear in the Live Action Remake of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ in 2025.
CAPA College Graduate 2018
Professional Actress
Since Leaving CAPA College in 2018, Annabelle has appeared in a number of big name Television Series including Casualty, Hollyoaks and Emmerdale.
Specialist
Teachers
Katy James
Olivia Ward
Sarah Roe
Sarah Tipple
Tom Osbourne
Amy Balmforth
Stacey Johnstone
Hayley O'Hara
Drama
DRAMA
At a glance
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSES at Level 4 or above. (Some exceptional cases, read more here)
Qualifications
Each student will achieve a UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma qualification (worth 3 A levels) as well as A Level Drama.
Duration
2 years
The Drama Pathway at CAPA College covers all things stage and screen! You will study the fundamentals of acting while building your skills as a creative – with some incredible performance opportunities along the way. You will be taught by industry professionals to ensure that you develop the most up-to- date knowledge to equip you for an exciting career in the Arts.

APPLY
Performance Opportunities
We work closely with professional artists, companies and theatres to ensure our students get first-hand experience producing and performing in a range of different venues, including the National Theatre, Sadler’s Wells and Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
On-Set Experience
The pathway for aspiring storytellers, students on our Drama pathway are immersed in everything from acting and directing to scriptwriting, presenting and improvisation.
Curriculum
Devising
– Directing
– Scriptwriting
– Improvisation
– Devised Theatre
Performance
– Presenting
– Acting for Camera
– Scripted Performance
– Contemporary Theatre
Analysis
– Drama Theory
– Drama Analysis
– Applied Theatre
– History of Drama
Physicality
– Stage Combat
– Physical Theatre
– Body Conditioning
– Dance and Movement
“CAPA College is an excellent place to train and prepare
for higher education and a career in the Arts. I gained so much experience working with a range of inspiring and diverse artists, Companies and teachers
Bronwyn James
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Wicked, 2024 (Universal Pictures)
Alumni
Read about Alumni from across all Our Pathways here
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Studied BA (Hons) Acting at ALRA North
Bronwyn is best known for her roles as Fanny in the period drama ‘Harlots’ and for appearing alongside Ariana Grande in the Blockbuster Movie Musical ‘Wicked’. She is set to appear in the Live Action Remake of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ in 2025.
CAPA College Graduate 2018
Professional Actress
Since Leaving CAPA College in 2018, Annabelle has appeared in a number of big name Television Series including Casualty, Hollyoaks and Emmerdale.
Specialist
Teachers








DRAMA
At a glance
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSES at Level 4 or above. (Some exceptional cases, read more here)
Qualifications
Each student will achieve a UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma qualification (worth 3 A levels) as well as A Level Drama.
Duration
2 years
Performance Opportunities
We work closely with professional artists, companies and theatres to ensure our students get first-hand experience producing and performing in a range of different venues, including the National Theatre, Sadler’s Wells and Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
On-Set Experience
The pathway for aspiring storytellers, students on our Drama pathway are immersed in everything from acting and directing to scriptwriting, presenting and improvisation.
The Drama Pathway at CAPA College covers all things stage and screen! You will study the fundamentals of acting while building your skills as a creative – with some incredible performance opportunities along the way. You will be taught by industry professionals to ensure that you develop the most up-to- date knowledge to equip you for an exciting career in the Arts.

APPLY
“CAPA College is an excellent place to train and prepare
for higher education and a career in the Arts. I gained so much experience working with a range of inspiring and diverse artists, Companies and teachers.”
Bronwyn James
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Wicked, 2024 (Universal Pictures)
Curriculum
Devising Performance Analysis Physicality
– Directing – Presenting – Drama Theory – Stage Combat
– Scriptwriting – Acting for Camera – Drama Analysis – Physical Theatre
– Improvisation – Scripted Performance – Applied Theatre – Body Conditioning
– Devised Theatre – Contemporary Theatre – History of Drama – Dance & Movement
Alumni
Read about Alumni from across all Our Pathways here
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Studied BA (Hons) Acting at ALRA North
Bronwyn is best known for her roles as Fanny in the period drama ‘Harlots’ and for appearing alongside Ariana Grande in the Blockbuster Movie Musical ‘Wicked’. She is set to appear in the Live Action Remake of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ in 2025.
CAPA College Graduate 2018
Professional Actress
Since Leaving CAPA College in 2018, Annabelle has appeared in a number of big name Television Series including Casualty, Hollyoaks and Emmerdale.