Music and Performing Arts
Step into the spotlight
If you feel at home on stage, behind the mic, or in the rehearsal room, you’re in the right place.
Whether you’re dreaming of a career in acting, producing, songwriting, or performance, our music, drama and performing arts courses can help you turn your passion into something powerful.
Wales is alive with creativity – home to world-class productions, festivals, and rising stars. At Coleg Gwent, you can become part of the next generation of talent shaping the creative industries.
Train in professional spaces, with expert guidance
Whether you’re a performer, producer, or planning to work behind the scenes, you’ll get hands-on experience that will help you grow in skill and confidence.
You’ll learn from experienced tutors and industry professionals in spaces built for creativity, including:
- Fully equipped music studios
- Professional recording studios
- Dedicated performance theatres
- Professional dance studios
Our courses give you a chance to dive into songwriting, performing, and music production while helping you to develop your talent and grow your understanding of the music industry. You’ll work with other passionate musicians and build skills in:
- Songwriting and composition
- Studio recording and sound engineering
- Live performance and collaborative projects
Discover how to bring characters to life and tell powerful stories through speech, movement, and emotion. You’ll develop acting techniques, stage presence, and confidence in front of an audience – and on camera. Our drama courses prepare you for work in:
- Theatre, film, and TV
- Presenting and directing
- Voice work and audio performance
If you love to move, sing, or choreograph, our musical theatre and dance courses combine technical training with creative performance. You’ll develop your talent in:
- Choreography and dance techniques
- Vocal training and movement
- Stagecraft and production
Where can music and performing arts take you?
Our music and performing arts courses let you turn your creativity and passion into a career. Whether you love being on stage, behind the scenes, or in the studio, there’s a world of opportunities waiting for you.
A music and performing arts qualification opens doors to a range of exciting careers, including:
- Musician
- Actor
- Dancer
- Music producer
- Sound technician
- Stage manager
- Theatre director
- Choreographer
- Composer or songwriter
- Drama teacher
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Studying Performing Arts at Coleg Gwent has been an incredible experience. The hands-on training, from dance to voice work, and the fantastic facilities like the theatre and dance studios really helped me develop my skills. The supportive, friendly atmosphere made all the difference — now I’m heading to drama school in London to take the next step in my career.
Start your creative journey today
Whatever your passion – music, drama, dance, or production – you’ll find the course, the support, and the inspiration you need at Coleg Gwent.
Explore our full-time, part-time and higher education music and performing arts courses today and take the first step towards your dream career.