The aim of the course is to enable students to understand more of the art of directing and to enhance their potential as theatre makers. To this end the course aims to develop a knowledgeable practice and to provide a safe environment for intellectual and artistic experiment. As a fairly recent phenomenon, the theory and practice of directing resides on the boundaries of a number of more established disciplines, which are both exploited and challenged throughout the programme. There are classes in scenic, costume, sound and lighting design, the use of video in performance, guest lecturers and visits from professional directors. At the end of the course each student is required to direct a full-scale production in either the George Wood Theatre or a London fringe venue.
Help is offered to students requiring placements with theatre companies.