English with Performing Arts: Take Centre Stage
Develop your English through music, dance, and theatre, working collaboratively towards a group performance in vibrant Brighton.
Express Yourself Through Performing Arts
Our English with Performing Arts course combines our highly popular General English course with an exciting and creative course covering theoretical and practical approaches to drama, dance and singing. This course is available for students with an intermediate level of English and above.
Your mornings focus on core English skills while your afternoons are spent creating, rehearsing, and performing with fellow students from around the world.
What to Expect
This course combines English language learning with performing arts activities. English lessons form the core of the programme (15 hours/week), with performing arts as the creative afternoon component (6 hours/week). It's ideal for students who love performance AND want to improve their English.
Course Includes
Performing arts workshop at Loxdale English Centre
Skills You'll Develop
Gain valuable language and performance skills that build real confidence in speaking.
English Skills
Public Speaking & Presentation
Build confidence speaking in front of others through performance practice
Creative Vocabulary
Learn vocabulary for music, dance, and theatre through immersive practice
Collaborative Communication
Develop teamwork English through group rehearsals and ensemble work
Script & Lyrics Comprehension
Improve reading fluency through script reading and song lyrics analysis
Pronunciation & Rhythm
Master intonation, stress patterns, and rhythm through song and speech
Performance Skills
Music
Group singing, basic instruments, and songwriting in English
Dance
Movement, choreography, and physical expression through contemporary dance
Theatre
Ensemble scenes, staging, characterisation, and dramatic techniques
Stage Presence
Audience engagement, performance confidence, and dealing with nerves
Collaborative Showcase
Work towards a final group performance combining all three disciplines
A Typical Week
Morning English lessons combined with afternoon performing arts workshops
How the Performing Arts rotation works
Students focus on one discipline at a time — for example, singing for 4 weeks, then dance for 4 weeks, then theatre skills for 4 weeks. You do NOT study all three disciplines every week. The specialisation you focus on depends on which module you join. Please ask about start dates depending on which specialisation interests you.
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00–10:30 | English Lessons | English Lessons | English Lessons | English Lessons | Lecture (Intermediate / pre-intermediate have lessons instead) |
| 10:30–11:00 | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 11:00–12:30 | English Lessons | Britain Today Lessons | Applied English Lessons | Applied English Lessons | English Lessons |
| 12:30 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
| 13:30–15:00 | 13:30–14:15: Weekly Talk; then 14:15–15:15: Rehearsals, self-study or private tutorials | 13:30–15:00: Self-Study Support (A teacher is in the Self-Study room to help you); 14:30: Sports & Social Activities | Performing Arts lessons | Performing Arts lessons | Free afternoon (Can use the Self Study Room, common rooms, garden or sports hall) |
- The School is open until 17:00. Students can stay at school to use the garden, sports hall, library, self-study room or classrooms.
- There is a full social programme to take part in.
- Adult students are aged between 16 and 80 years.
- The maximum English class size is 14 and the maximum Performing Arts class size is 16.
English with Performing Arts Syllabus
Our English with Performing Arts course combines our highly popular General English programme with an exciting and creative course covering theoretical and practical approaches to drama, dance and singing.
Morning English
15 hours per week
Each morning you study English on our General English course and you can get more information on what these include there.
This course offers you a special insight into English and British culture and will help support you to get the most linguistically from your performing arts sessions.
Performing Arts
6 hours per week
Afternoon workshops cover music, dance, and theatre skills with experienced tutors who specialise in creative language learning.
Work collaboratively with students from around the world towards a final showcase performance.
Three Disciplines
Dance
The course changes each session to take into account the students taking part. However, the core of the course is Contemporary Dance. The classes cover a wide range of practices and methods to give the students a thorough (though partial) overview of the field. Students will look at various aspects of dance including improvisation, choreography and performance practice. The course ends with a performance for the school.
Drama
This course explores a variety of practical and theoretical techniques including text interpretation, movement, physical theatre, comedy and improvisation. As part of the course, students will work on a performance for the school.
Singing
Students will be taken through various aspects of vocal techniques including warming up, producing a quality sound, tone production, exercises, extending range and diaphragmatic support. Tone, arrangement and song structure will all be broken down and analysed. Also a focus on dealing with nerves and anxiety on stage. As part of the course, students will work on a performance for the school.
English & British Culture Insight
This course offers you a special insight into English and British culture and will help support you to get the most linguistically from your performing arts sessions.
End-of-Course Showcase
Work towards a live performance combining elements of dance, drama, and singing — a celebration of your creativity and English progress.
Collaborative Learning
Work alongside students from around the world in a supportive, creative environment with experienced tutors.
Intermediate Level & Above
This course is available for students with an intermediate level of English (B1+) and above to ensure full participation in collaborative activities.
Please note: As the main learning focus of the performing arts lessons is not English, these are not accredited by the British Council. However, your morning English lessons are fully accredited.
Why Choose Performing Arts?
A unique creative pathway to language fluency
Interdisciplinary
Combine music, dance, and theatre in one programme — discover which performance art suits you best.
Collaborative
Work with students from around the world towards a shared creative goal.
Real Performance
Build towards a live showcase — the best motivation to push your English skills.
Brighton's Arts Scene
Study in a city famous for its festivals, live music, and theatre — with the Brighton Fringe on your doorstep.
From First Steps to Centre Stage
Watch your confidence grow week by week
Finding Your Feet
"I'm nervous to perform in front of others"
Building Confidence
"I can contribute to group rehearsals and try new things"
Taking Centre Stage
"I can perform for an audience and express myself naturally in English"
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"The performing arts workshops changed everything for me. I went from being too shy to speak to performing on stage in front of an audience. Now I use English confidently every day."
Course Fees
Non-summer pricing applies 4 Jan – 6 Jun & 16 Aug – 20 Dec 2026
English with Performing Arts
18.75 hours/week • B1–C1 level
Course Includes
Choose Your Accommodation
All homestays are within 30 minutes of Loxdale
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about English with Performing Arts
No previous experience in music, dance, or theatre is required. The workshops are designed for all ability levels. You're here to learn English through performance — not to audition for the West End!
English is the primary focus, with 15 hours of language lessons each morning. Performing arts workshops run in the afternoons (6 hours/week) and serve as a creative, immersive way to practise and develop your English skills.
At the end of your course, your group performs a collaborative piece for fellow students and staff. This could include songs, scenes, dance, or a combination. It's a celebration of your creativity and English progress.
Still have questions? We're here to help!
Email us at info@loxdale.comWhat Our Students Say
Real reviews from real students
"This school is perfect for the ones who want to study English, the teachers are incredible! I had a wonderful time and certainly improved my English and learned about different interesting topics!"
"A perfect mixture of learning, exploring and socializing!"
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Ready to Take Centre Stage?
Learn English through music, dance, and theatre — then perform for a live audience. Small classes, expert tutors, and the creative energy of Brighton. All at charity rates.
Please ask about start dates depending on which specialisation you'd like to focus on. Not all disciplines run in every module — contact us to check availability for singing, dance, or theatre.
£95 booking fee (non-refundable) • Start any Monday • British Council accredited • Top 5% of UK language schools