Foundation Musical Theatre
Strengthen your skills in musical theatre
Improve your singing, dancing and acting with our intensive
Foundation Musical Theatre Course
Overview
Programme Name
Foundation in Musical Theatre
Duration
2 terms (Full time)
Language
English
Programme Co-ordinator
Awarded by
Institute of the Arts Barcelona
Preparing you for a Musical Theatre degree
Programme availability
- Applications open
Dates for 2025/2026
15 September, 2025 - 27 March, 2026
Our Foundation Musical Theatre course will teach you the core aspects of musical theatre, including dancing, singing and acting.
This entry level programme is designed to bring you up to speed on all the competencies you need to move on to a degree level qualification in Musical Theatre either at the IAB or elsewhere.
Preparing you for a Musical Theatre degree
- Applications open
Our Foundation Musical Theatre course will teach you the core aspects of musical theatre, including dancing, singing and acting. This entry level programme is designed to bring you up to speed on all the competencies you need to move on to a degree level qualification in Musical Theatre either at the IAB or elsewhere.
Request information about our programme
INTENSIVE TRIPLE THREAT TRAINING
Running for two terms, your classes will cover a comprehensive combination of acting, singing and dance. During this triple-threat performing arts training you get to take part in both an ensemble piece and a live solo showcase, guided and mentored by expert professionals at every step of the way.
You will complete this course with all the necessary core skills and a stronger awareness of your own individual creative style.
Your musical theatre clases:
- Singing
- Acting
- Jazz
- Tap
- Ballet
- Singing
- Acting
- Jazz
- Tap
- Ballet
- Audition and application
- Performance
To find out more, request information:
Aimed at those who wish to improve their existing skills
“I joined the IAB on the Foundation course and now I’ve just recently graduated from the BA Musical Theatre Programme”
Former Foundation Musical Theatre Student
Study abroad for a memorable experience
a PERFECT GAP YEAR IN SPAIN
Our Musical Theatre Foundation course is ideal if you’re looking for a fun and friendly gap year experience while you develop your ‘triple threat’ acting, dancing and singing skills. It’s not just a stepping stone to further study – it’s the perfect opportunity to live abroad while you do so.
How to apply
- 1. Submit your application
- 2. Attend the audition
- 3. Wait for the result
1. Submit your application
To apply for our Foundation Musical Theatre course, you must submit an application and select which audition you would like to attend.
2. Attend the audtition
What does the audition consist of?
STAGE 1: Video submission
You will be asked to submit a video of a:
- Contemporary musical theatre song
- Classical musical theatre song
- Jazz dance video
- Contemporary acting monologue
STAGE 2: Live audition
If you pass the first stage, you will be invited to take part in a live audition where you will be asked to attend a:
- Ballet class
- Jazz class
- Individual presentation of songs and monologue plus interview
3. Wait for the result
The audition results can take up to 4 weeks to process.
Entry criteria
Successful audition, IELTS 5.5 or equivalent, and have studied at least one year of the national university entry academic qualification or equivalent of your country.
Find out more about our entry requirements.
STAGE 1: Video submission
You will be asked to submit a video of a:
- Contemporary musical theatre song
- Classical musical theatre song
- Jazz dance video
- Contemporary acting monologue
STAGE 2: Live audition
If you pass the first stage, you will be invited to take part in a live audition where you will be asked to attend a:
- Ballet class
- Jazz class
- Individual presentation of songs and monologue plus interview
Successful audition, IELTS 5.5 or equivalent, and have studied at least one year of the national university entry academic qualification or equivalent of your country.
Find out more about our entry requirements.
Ask our students any question you may have about our programmes, life in Sitges or any other question you might have!
1 year musical theatre course
- €9,900 annual tuition fee
With an additional €500 registration fee and €80 health clinic membership.
- €13,900 annual tuition fee
With an additional €500 registration fee and €80 health clinic membership.
Check out our Fees and Scholarship page to find out about everything about our fees, funding and scholarship opportunities.
Yes, you will receive an IAB award certificate supported by a transcript.
Afterwards, aim high to either move on to an undergraduate degree or to look for a job in the industry.
No, to enter the BA (Hons) Musical Theatre programme you will still be required to audition alongside external candidates.
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