Level 2 Performance for the Community
Course Overview
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The Course in Detail
Find Your Voice. Build Your Confidence. Create.
Do you enjoy performing, being creative and working with other people?
This practical course will help you build your confidence and develop the fundamental skills you need to progress in the creative industries.
You’ll work together to develop ideas, devise performances and explore how performance can bring people together, share stories and connect with different communities. You’ll gain a foundation in creating community performances with and for others, preparing you for the exciting opportunities you could explore at Level 3.
Why choose this course?
Create Together
You’ll work as part of a creative company, learning how to share ideas, collaborate and turn them into performances.
You’ll develop your communication, creativity and problem-solving skills while learning how to create work together.
Discover Performance in the Community
You’ll explore how performance can bring people together, tell stories and give different communities a voice.
You’ll discover that performance doesn’t always happen in a theatre and have opportunities to create work for different people, audiences and spaces.
Explore Your Creativity
You’ll try different ways of creating and performing, developing your skills through practical activities, workshops and creative projects.
You’ll explore what happens when you combine different ideas, styles and creative skills to connect with an audience.
Create Your Future
Throughout the course, you’ll develop the confidence, practical skills and experience you need to take your next step.
You’ll learn how to work as part of a creative team, reflect on your work and build a portfolio of your creative projects.
Entry Requirements & Progression
What You'll Need
You will need five GCSEs at grades 3-9, or equivalent (including English and maths)
AND
A short solo to showcase your specialism in either singing, dancing or a monologue.
This full-time course is designed for young people aged 16-18 (or up to 24 if supported with an EHCP).
This Could Lead to
Successfully completing this course can give you the skills and confidence to progress to Level 3 Performance in the Community or another relevant Level 3 creative course, depending on your interests and entry requirements.
You could then progress towards higher-level study, further training or employment in the performing and creative industries.
Come along to our College Open Events
We have open events at all of our locations throughout October and November.
A great opportunity to come along to meet our friendly, expert staff and explore our fantastic facilities.
Availability & Enrolment
Course ID
S2291-2728-S-WR
Start Date
06/09/2027
Day of Week
Monday - Friday
Location
Southampton College
College Life & Student Support Services
College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.
Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.