Royal Academy of Music

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Royal Academy Of Music

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Royal Academy of Music, London - Postgraduate Diploma in Musical Theatre

Academic Year 2013/14

BRIDGET COSTELLO   PGDipMus BMus


Personal Statement

I was recently accepted to study a Postgraduate Diploma in Musical Theatre at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Each year, hundreds of elite performers from around the world audition for this prestigious course. Only 15 places are reserved for female performers. I am the fourth New Zealander who has been selected for this course since its establishment in 1993. Studying at this renowned institution will give me an excellent grounding to pursue my goal of a career as a musical theatre performer, with its close links with the West End theatre scene. A course of this calibre comes at a cost and I need your help. I need to raise $48,700 to cover fees and living costs for the academic year 2013/14.

This is much more than a career I want to pursue - this is who I am. I believe I have what it takes to make an impression on the musical theatre industry. I am resilient, open-minded, focussed and courageous. I live and work with integrity and passion. I cannot wait to represent New Zealand on the international stage. This is my dream, which, without you would not be possible. Thank you for your time and consideration.


Study Course Details
  • The Academy: widely regarded as the top choice for Postgraduate Study in Musical Theatre in the UK and Europe

  • World-class teaching: Mary Hammond (coaches West End professionals)

  • Guest teaching staff: Stephen Sondheim

  • Successful graduates: Rachel Tucker (Elphaba in 'Wicked'), Will Barratt ('Sweeney Todd', 'Carousel', 'The Phantom of the Opera')

  • Course work: Individual singing lessons, repertoire coaching, spoken word tutorials, dance, movement, acting, improvisation, history of musical theatre, musicality, audition preparation

  • Practical performance projects: musicals, revues, concerts, cabaret, plays, showings of devised work, recording

  • Exposure: Masterclasses, workshops and mock auditions with visiting professionals

  • Internal competitions adjudicated by leading musical theatre practitioners

  • Musical Theatre 'Showcase': selected audience of agents and casting directors

    Budget details

    Summary: Tuition fees + Living Costs for Academic Year 2013/14 = $48,700

    Tuition Fees

    The tuition fees for the Postgraduate Diploma in Musical Theatre for the 2013-14 academic
    year are £13,800. The money I raise through Pledge Me will go towards the fees.

    Living Costs

    I have applied for accommodation at ‘Goodenough College’. This is the ideal environment for study as it caters for international postgraduate students. Based on estimated costs provided by Goodenough I expect to need £13,000 for living expenses for the year - based on a single study bedroom, food and personal expenses.

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LESS THAN TWO DAYS TO GO!

28/05/2013 at 9:55 AM


I can't believe how generous everyone has been! I am so incredibly grateful for all the support.

I have less than two days left to make my target and I am only $450 away.

Please continue to share this link to help me get to the Royal Academy of Music!!

HUGE THANKS,

Bridget

Two weeks to go!

18/05/2013 at 3:43 AM

Hello everyone,

I only have TWO WEEKS LEFT to make my target of $3,500. Now is the time to Pledge Me.

I am already over half way there - a HUGE thanks to those who have already helped me. It means so much to have your support.

Any contribution is so greatly appreciated!

Please keep sharing the link!

Thank you!
Bridget

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    Project 2013-04-14 23:36:38 +1200

    Royal Academy of Music, London - Postgraduate Diploma in Musical Theatre

    Academic Year 2013/14

    BRIDGET COSTELLO   PGDipMus BMus


    Personal Statement

    I was recently accepted to study a Postgraduate Diploma in Musical Theatre at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Each year, hundreds of elite performers from around the world audition for this prestigious course. Only 15 places are reserved for female performers. I am the fourth New Zealander who has been selected for this course since its establishment in 1993. Studying at this renowned institution will give me an excellent grounding to pursue my goal of a career as a musical theatre performer, with its close links with the West End theatre scene. A course of this calibre comes at a cost and I need your help. I need to raise $48,700 to cover fees and living costs for the academic year 2013/14.

    This is much more than a career I want to pursue - this is who I am. I believe I have what it takes to make an impression on the musical theatre industry. I am resilient, open-minded, focussed and courageous. I live and work with integrity and passion. I cannot wait to represent New Zealand on the international stage. This is my dream, which, without you would not be possible. Thank you for your time and consideration.


    Study Course Details
    • The Academy: widely regarded as the top choice for Postgraduate Study in Musical Theatre in the UK and Europe

    • World-class teaching: Mary Hammond (coaches West End professionals)

    • Guest teaching staff: Stephen Sondheim

    • Successful graduates: Rachel Tucker (Elphaba in 'Wicked'), Will Barratt ('Sweeney Todd', 'Carousel', 'The Phantom of the Opera')

    • Course work: Individual singing lessons, repertoire coaching, spoken word tutorials, dance, movement, acting, improvisation, history of musical theatre, musicality, audition preparation

    • Practical performance projects: musicals, revues, concerts, cabaret, plays, showings of devised work, recording

    • Exposure: Masterclasses, workshops and mock auditions with visiting professionals

    • Internal competitions adjudicated by leading musical theatre practitioners

    • Musical Theatre 'Showcase': selected audience of agents and casting directors

      Budget details

      Summary: Tuition fees + Living Costs for Academic Year 2013/14 = $48,700

      Tuition Fees

      The tuition fees for the Postgraduate Diploma in Musical Theatre for the 2013-14 academic
      year are £13,800. The money I raise through Pledge Me will go towards the fees.

      Living Costs

      I have applied for accommodation at ‘Goodenough College’. This is the ideal environment for study as it caters for international postgraduate students. Based on estimated costs provided by Goodenough I expect to need £13,000 for living expenses for the year - based on a single study bedroom, food and personal expenses.

    Comments

    LESS THAN TWO DAYS TO GO!

    28/05/2013 at 9:55 AM


    I can't believe how generous everyone has been! I am so incredibly grateful for all the support.

    I have less than two days left to make my target and I am only $450 away.

    Please continue to share this link to help me get to the Royal Academy of Music!!

    HUGE THANKS,

    Bridget

    Two weeks to go!

    18/05/2013 at 3:43 AM

    Hello everyone,

    I only have TWO WEEKS LEFT to make my target of $3,500. Now is the time to Pledge Me.

    I am already over half way there - a HUGE thanks to those who have already helped me. It means so much to have your support.

    Any contribution is so greatly appreciated!

    Please keep sharing the link!

    Thank you!
    Bridget

      Anonymous pledger
      30/05/2013 at 10:25am
      Anonymous pledger
      30/05/2013 at 9:13am
      Kieran
      30/05/2013 at 12:20am
      Anonymous pledger
      29/05/2013 at 7:53pm
      Wendy Swain
      29/05/2013 at 6:55pm
      derek evennett
      29/05/2013 at 5:30pm
      Jessie Graham
      29/05/2013 at 12:18pm
      Jason Henderson
      29/05/2013 at 11:42am
      Peter & Dee Costello
      29/05/2013 at 11:38am
      Annette & Peter
      29/05/2013 at 11:00am
      Kieran Rayner
      29/05/2013 at 10:58am
      Mathew Nicholson
      29/05/2013 at 1:41am
      Natalie Hunt
      28/05/2013 at 10:39pm
      Shelagh Richardson
      28/05/2013 at 8:21am
      John
      26/05/2013 at 7:44pm
      Mike and Jenny Renner
      26/05/2013 at 2:18pm
      derek evennett
      25/05/2013 at 2:59pm
      Dion Church
      23/05/2013 at 3:13pm
      Kimaya McIntosh
      21/05/2013 at 1:49pm
      Margaret & Rob Lord
      20/05/2013 at 9:41pm
      Rory
      20/05/2013 at 7:48pm
      Rosie
      20/05/2013 at 6:24pm
      Anonymous pledger
      20/05/2013 at 3:10pm
      Andrew McCully
      19/05/2013 at 10:10pm
      Rebecca Bow
      19/05/2013 at 9:42pm
      Lachlan Craig
      19/05/2013 at 4:16pm
      Simon Harnden
      19/05/2013 at 3:50pm
      Thomas O'Brien
      19/05/2013 at 2:14pm
      Bernice
      19/05/2013 at 1:42pm
      Imogen Thirlwall
      19/05/2013 at 1:19pm

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