Our induction programme began on 12th September for all our students. The focus for Year 12 has been on orientation, setting expectations, getting to know each-other, and building an understanding of the general pathways and disciplines within the stage and screen industries.

During the first week, students began work on their two-week pathway induction projects, for which they are creating a light and sound show, sfx make-up models, costumes and props from recycled materials, radio adverts and monologues. To begin understanding more about the inner workings of stage and screen, our learners took a backstage tour of Harry Potter Studios in London, and explored the workshops, studios, and hidden spaces under the Old Rep Theatre in Birmingham.

During the second week, year 12 induction continued with students coming together across the pathways to put together short promotional films led by learners from Technical Broadcast. They also took part in an industry panel event, where a range of professionals visited the academy to discuss the shape of the industry today, their roles, their career paths, and what skills and knowledge the students will need to develop to be successful and employable.

The Year 12 induction programme concluded with a fantastic exhibition of the work the students had created.