Course | Emerging Talent Programme
Ages | 12 - 19 Years
Location | Italia Conti, Woking
Term 1: Autumn 2026 | Sunday 13 September 2026, Sunday 11 October 2026, Sunday 15 November 2026, Sunday 6 December 2026
Term 2: Spring 2027 | Sunday 10 January 2027, Sunday 7 February 2027, Sunday 7 March 2027, Sunday 18 April 2027
Times | 11.00-17.00
Strands | Musical Theatre (Triple Threat) & Dance
Fees | £180 + VAT, per term
Enquiries | emergingtalent@italiaconti.co.uk
Summer 2026 Emerging Talent Programme (April – June) – now full.
Applications open for Autumn 2026 (September – December) – Apply now.
Italia Conti’s Emerging Talent Programme is an exclusive initiative designed to discover, nurture, and develop the next generation of exceptional performers in Musical Theatre and Dance. This unique programme provides talented young individuals with access to outstanding vocational training, expert mentorship, and the opportunity to build a direct relationship with Italia Conti.
Our programme is created for students who demonstrate outstanding ability, dedication, and potential in Musical Theatre and Dance. Through monthly Sunday workshops, participants will engage in world-class training, working with Italia Conti’s renowned faculty and guest industry professionals. Each session is carefully curated to challenge and inspire, helping young performers refine their skills and grow in confidence.
Each action-packed workshop day will include a range of classes with core members of our full-time musical theatre and dance team and guest industry professionals.
TERMS & CONDITIONS For full details of the terms and conditions of our Part time & holiday courses (short courses) please click here.
Triple Threat Musical Theatre Strand
Perfect for outstanding performers who are planning to pursue a three-year training in Musical Theatre, ahead of professional careers as performers. Classes may include Ensemble Singing, Acting, Jazz, Commercial and Musical Theatre Guest Workshop.
Dance Strand
Perfect for outstanding dancers who are planning to pursue a three-year training in Dance, ahead of professional careers as dancers. Classes may include Jazz, Commercial, Musical Theatre Guest Workshop, and 2-hour intensive ‘dance styles’ workshop.
Special Features
FURTHER INFORMATION
AGES The Emerging Talent Programme is available to students from 12 to 19 years old, but older students may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Participation in the Emerging Talent Programme is by invitation only. There are three routes into the programme:
Audition
Candidates can apply directly for the Emerging Talent Programme and submit a virtual audition. The tapes will be watched by our senior team, and lucky individuals will be invited to join the programme. Programme fees are payable for auditioned candidates, unless the applicant is identified for a scholarship at audition.
Invitation
Candidates can be nominated by our Italia Conti staff from both internal events and external outreach opportunities. An invitation to join the company will follow in writing, without the need to audition for the programme. Programme fees are payable, unless the performer is identified for a scholarship at the event.
Scout
Candidates can be scouted at performances, competitions and events, through social media content, or directly by our team of Talent Scouts including our fantastic alumnx and our trusted industry colleagues. Scouted candidates normally get a part or full scholarship to the programme.
Application Deadline:
Applications for 2026/2027 are now open, starting Autumn 2026. The application deadline is 31.08.2026.
Want to Auditon for the MT Strand?
Want to Audition for the Dance Strand?
Application to the Emerging Talent Programme can be made using the online application form. The Summer Term is full and we are no longer taking applications. Applications for Autumn 2026 (Sept-Dec) are now open.
Applicants must complete the form. Upon receiving your application, we will contact you with further information.
You are required to record TWO elements for your audition:
Singing: One musical theatre song (one and a half minutes).
Dance: Set Jazz exercises and one dance solo (one and a half minutes).
SINGING / ACTING THROUGH SONG
Required dress: You should wear comfortable, fitted rehearsal wear that best represents you and/or helps with characterisation
TECHNICAL CENTRE PRACTICE AUDITION
Please record yourself performing this selected Jazz sequence
SOLO DANCE AUDITION
Auditionees should prepare one dance piece in your preferred style, no longer than one and a half minutes. This should showcase your strengths and highlight any special skills.
Required dress: Please wear tight fitting clothing to allow the panel to see your movement fully.
Current Student, Class of July 2024“The course is allowing me to reflect on my past practice, current position, and future endeavours. I really enjoy how flexible the course is, with regards to being able to tailor my studies to my own practice, enabling me to maximise the benefits of this on my future career. I expect my professional development to be impacted exponentially and I am excited to continue!”
“I cannot credit italia conti enough for taking a risk on me by giving me the opportunity to train in their establishment, building me into a successful performer and a better man. The level of versatility I posess is down to the variety of training italia conti put on their students. No words can describe my gratitude for each and every person that had involvement in my development.”
“I have found that my first term at Italia Conti has been better than I could’ve imagined. I am working with driven, passionate, likeminded people within all different realms of the performing arts industry. I find that the course is very tailored to each individual and the content is broad enough to apply to everyone but specific enough to challenge each person within their abilities. I find the course to be a place where I can collaborate and interact with people who I’d never had met otherwise. I only look forward to what the next few months of the course bring and feel more motivated than ever.”
It’s fantastic. Showcases, shows, summer shows, carol concerts. It’s very full on but I don’t wake up regretting coming here. It is the best thing ever!
“I feel the college allowed me to completely work to my individual strengths and pushed me both as a dancer and a performer to be able to go out and audition. I felt fully equipped to face the industry as it stands now, and gained me first professional job whilst still in my third year.”