Program Recognition
•Bullet: Three-year BA (Hons) Musical Theatre validated by the University of Bedfordshire
•Bullet: EDA is a University of Bedfordshire study centre, so students are enrolled as University of Bedfordshire students
•Bullet: Course was bespoke-written for Emil Dale Academy's vocational musical theatre training model
Training
•Bullet: Intensive triple-threat musical theatre training across singing, acting, and dance
•Bullet: High contact hours with weekly private one-to-one singing lessons for every student
•Bullet: Years 2 and 3 include an additional private repertoire lesson every two weeks
•Bullet: Weekly training includes streamed West End jazz, ballet, tap, acting, ensemble singing, song and dance, acting through song, cardio, and professional development
•Bullet: Optional private sector hours add 15-18 studio-based hours per week
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Final year includes a full-scale production accompanied by a live West End band
•Bullet: London showcase in front of agents and casting directors
•Bullet: Live London agent panel day in the graduating year
•Bullet: EDA says final-year students receive agency representation
Professional Development
•Bullet: West End masterclasses taught by professionals working in top UK touring and West End shows
•Bullet: Professional development covers casting, industry job roles, tax returns, nutrition, and related career skills
Facilities
•Bullet: 56,000-square-foot Letchworth campus with 17 studios, 3 theatres, private one-to-one rooms, content creation studio, library, physio room, and student wellbeing spaces
•Bullet: Facilities include a 250-seat theatre, 100-seat studio theatre, and access to the 450-seat Broadway Theatre
Location
•Bullet: Located in Letchworth Garden City, about 30 minutes by train from London
•Bullet: Campus is about a 5-minute walk from the train station
