Pre Professional
Musical Theatre
The Pre-Professional Musical Theatre program offers a comprehensive two-year full-time course, culminating in a Diploma of Musical Theatre qualification. Renowned choreographer Andrew Hallsworth leads this esteemed program, bringing their extensive experience and credentials to guide students towards a successful career in the industry.
Developed in collaboration with leading choreographers and professionals in the Musical Theatre field, this pathway aims to train students into well-rounded triple threat performers. By honing their skills in singing, dancing, and acting, students will be prepared for diverse opportunities in Musical Theatre, Cabaret, Cruise Ships, Film, Touring, and related industries.
This rigorous and hands-on curriculum emphasizes practical training, delivered through a blend of small group, ensemble, and solo classes. Esteemed instructors provide expert guidance in Voice, Acting, Dance, Music, Movement Direction, Theatre studies, Audition Preparation, Repertoire, Theory, Production, and more.
Performance excellence is paramount in this program, which is why students will participate in eight full-scale productions over the course of two years. Working closely with accomplished professionals, including a musical director, director, and choreographer, students gain invaluable industry experience and establish crucial networks vital for their career advancement.
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Course Name: Pre Professional Musical Theatre Pathway
Qualification: CUA50220 - Diploma of Musical Theatre*
Duration: 2 years (full time)
Head of Musical Theatre: Andrew Hallsworth
Deputy Head: Priscilla Stavrou
Location: Transit Dance - Brunswick, VictoriaDownload your FREE Prospectus here to learn more.
*All Nationally Recognised Qualifications are delivered through auspice arrangement with COSAMP (RTO #41549).
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Next Auditions:
Video Submission onlyCourse Intakes:
February 3, 2025 (Main intake)Download your FREE Prospectus here to learn more.
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Entry to this course is by Application, Audition and Interview. Auditions take place every two months and consist of voice, scene work, choreography and interview components, conducted by Transit Dance directors and core faculty. Video Auditions and Trial Classes are also available on a case by case basis.
For more information, or to receive an application pack, register your details here.
Learn from the leaders.
The Pre-Professional Musical Theatre pathway is spearheaded by industry leader Andrew Hallsworth.
Andrew is a multi-award winning choreographer career spanning more than three decades. Notably, he has received three Helpmann awards, two Sydney Theatre Critics awards, and two Green Room awards for 'Best Choreography in a Musical'. His choreographic achievements encompass an impressive range of local and international theatre productions, including the world premiere of Muriel’s Wedding The Musical and the highly acclaimed Broadway and Australian seasons of Priscilla Queen of the Desert.
Alumni success
across the globe.
From performing in touring productions of Book of Mormon, Saturday Night Fever, Grease, West Side Story & Phantom of the Opera, to gaining contracts with international companies such as Royal Caribbean Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Universal Studios, Disney Parks & Events; Transit Dance graduates are widely sought not only in Australia, but across the globe.
Performance Based Training.
We strongly believe that experience performing on stage is the most important thing for aspiring performers wanting a career in dance. That's why at Transit Dance all full time students perform in four professional productions each year.
Ready to start?
We value the application process as one of the most important steps in becoming a part of our community. Let us help you start the process by sending you an application pack with all the relevant information, dates and forms.
Step 1: Follow the link below to register for an APPLICATION PACK and one of our experienced team will be in contact with you.