Summer Intensive: Musical Theatre (15-17)

Dates: July 14 – July 25 2025 (Monday – Friday)

In response to the international demand for Mountview’s renowned 3-week intensive courses in Musical Theatre for adults, in 2025 we will welcome the first cohort on a two-week Musical Theatre Intensive course designed specifically for people aged 15-17. The course will offer an introduction to Mountview’s rigorous and industry-leading training, for young people who are passionate about Musical Theatre and want to discover and develop their creativity in a supportive drama school setting.

Guided by industry professionals, participants will engage with the core aspects of Musical Theatre: Acting, Singing, and Dance. Participants will learn how to select, practice and perform songs and monologues, preparing them to take on future auditions with confidence. Participants will also work together, guided by a professional creative team, to rehearse and share a performance project with their peers.

Week 1:

Participants will attend a range of Acting, Singing and Dance workshops and begin to select material for audition preparation.

Week 2:

Workshops in Acting through Song and Audition Preparation will prepare participants for future auditions. Participants will work with a creative team to rehearse and share an Ensemble Project with their peers, gaining experience in rehearsal processes and performance.

This course is for people aged 15 –17. No previous experience is required.

Places on this course are limited, and early application is recommended to avoid disappointment.

Course Details

Course cost: £1,200

Entry Requirements: Applicants must be aged 15, 16, or 17 at the start of the course and must be fluent in English. We require a level of English that is approx. IELTS 6.0. It is not mandatory to have taken English language tests prior to attending this course; we recommend that for non-English speakers if you have not completed Level 6 IELTS that you must have the equivalent English language experience.

APPLICATIONS OPEN

FAQ's

Where will the Summer Intensive take place?

Mountview, 120 Peckham Hill St, London SE15 5JT.

What is the schedule for the Summer Intensive?

Monday 14 July to Friday 25 July 2025

Workshops will take place Monday to Friday, from 9.30am – 6.00pm. Participants should plan to arrive at 9.00am on Monday 14 July for registration.

How do I enroll?

Please fill in the application form. You will subsequently be contacted if we can offer you a place. With your offer you will receive information about how to pay the course fees and complete your enrolment.

Do you have accommodation for those taking part?

No. Mountview staff cannot arrange accommodation on behalf of Summer Intensive participants.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothing and shoes that allow movement.

Mountview Short Courses Terms and Conditions

1. All participants must meet the age requirements specified for the course.

2. Enrollment is confirmed only upon receipt of full payment (and in specified cases, a completed registration form).

3. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Mountview reserves the right to cap enrollment based on capacity.

4. All course fees must be paid in full before the course start date and course places are non-transferable.

5. Payments can be made by credit card, bank transfer, or other approved payment methods as specified at the time of registration.

6. Refund policies apply as outlined in the following cancellation terms.

6.1. You have a right to cancel your registration within 14 days of receiving registration confirmation without providing any reason as per your statutory “cooling-off” period.

6.2. Cancellations must be submitted in writing to shortcourses@mountview.org.uk

6.3. Written notice of cancellation must be received no later than 21 days before the course start date. With any less than 21 calendar days’ notice, no course fees can be refunded.

6.4. In some instances, due to circumstances beyond Mountview’s control, courses may need to be cancelled or postponed. If this happens, course fees will be reimbursed, however Mountview cannot be held responsible for any additional expenses incurred by the student. These may include purchase of equipment, the cost of airfares, hotels or any other expenses incurred by the student.

6.5. In the event of a course being cancelled once it has started, a relevant % of course fees will be refunded to cover any training not provided. If a student chooses to leave a course before its completion, full course fees will still apply.

7. Mountview reserves the right to make changes to course materials, schedule, instructors and venue if necessary. Any significant changes will be communicated to enrolled participants as soon as possible.

8. Participants are expected to attend all sessions. In the case of an unavoidable absence, participants must notify the relevant member of the Participation team in advance.

9. We request that any person who is feeling unwell takes responsibility for their health and shows consideration for the health of others by staying at home.

10. Participants are expected to conduct themselves respectfully and with kindness towards themselves, other participants and all staff. Mountview reserves the right to refuse admission and may request that a participant leaves a workshop or course, if it is deemed that their actions cause disruption, disturbance or threat to other people or damage to the building. In this case, no refunds will be provided.

11. Participants are expected to comply with all health and safety and relevant safeguarding guidelines set by the course provider and course instructors and facilitators.

12. All materials provided during the course are for personal use only and must not be distributed, reproduced or used for commercial purposes.

13. Mountview is not liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages to participants arising from course participation.

14. Mountview is not responsible for loss or damage to personal property during the course.

15. The personal data collected at registration is handled in accordance with GDPR.

16. Mountview welcomes applications from people with disabilities and will endeavor to support all applicants. If you have any access requirements, please disclose them at the point of application.

17. To ensure all applicants can fully engage with course materials, training and discussions, applicants must be able to demonstrate English language proficiency at an appropriate level.