If you’re looking to pursue professional training in performing arts, but you’re worried about the cost, at Italia Conti, we offer a limited number of musical theatre scholarships in the UK. Each year, we help passionate, talented students access world-class training regardless of financial circumstances.
As one of the most respected names in UK performing arts education, Italia Conti is committed to supporting the next generation of performers. Whether you dream of the West End, touring productions, or a diverse career across stage and screen, our scholarship programme can help make your training more accessible.
Each year, Italia Conti awards a limited number of musical theatre scholarships in the UK for full-time training, designed to support students who show exceptional promise during the audition process. These scholarships are granted at the discretion of the directors and vary in value, from partial contributions to full tuition fee coverage.
Scholarships are available for the Diploma-level courses, and cover tuition fees only. Living costs, accommodation, and other expenses are not included.
Applications for a scholarship can be made at the time of submitting your main course application. All awards are based strictly on performance at audition, with no separate academic or financial requirements.
As well as musical theatre scholarships in the UK, Italia Conti offers audition fee waivers and deposit waivers to help remove financial barriers for eligible applicants.
You may qualify for an audition fee waiver or deposit waiver if your household income is under £25,000 per year, or if you meet widening participation criteria such as:
Applications must be submitted in writing to the finance team along with relevant evidence (e.g., a P60 or confirmation of care status). Approved applicants will be guided through the process to continue their application without financial barriers.
For more information on fees, funding, and scholarships, check out our fees and funding page.
Founded in 1911, Italia Conti is one of the UK’s oldest and most prestigious performing arts institutions. Known for producing some of the country’s leading musical theatre talent, we pride ourselves on offering rigorous training in a supportive, professional environment.
Students benefit from:
A place at Italia Conti could be the first step in an exciting career, and a musical theatre scholarship in the UK could help make it happen. If you’re passionate, hardworking, and ready to train at a professional level, we encourage you to apply.
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