In previous years, when we ran our Open Evening as a virtual event, we produced video guides to each subject. These remain relevant and are available as a collected playlist on our YouTube Channel.
The introductory video to life in the 6th Form at Borlase, and a virtual tour of the school are also available to watch.
If you couldn't make it online for the talks but want to find out more about studying the BTEC in Technical Theatre at Borlase, leave your details here and we'll get in touch!
This course is suitable for any students with an interest in theatre behind the scenes, it also an ideal complement to students who are studying Arts at A level. Students will need to be hard working and care about the quality of their work and appreciate how it will reflect and impact on others. The ability to work as part of a team is essential, while developing the personal qualities to lead, manage others and problem solve will enable students to access the higher grades.
The BTEC National Certificates in Production Arts at Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School makes use of the excellent theatre facilities and technical equipment at the school.
A predominantly practical course, students will learn the basic technical skills and knowledge to support theatre production and be assessed in a work-related environment while supporting the many different shows and concerts held in the school facilities and outside professional venues.
Students are examined through observation and portfolio work. Students will need to prove excellent analytical skills and technical knowledge, with the majority of assessment taking place on actual shows.