SNC’s exciting performance-centred courses will give you the chance to combine your love and passion with theory and practice; offering you the chance to explore a wide range of techniques, genres, and processes relevant to the creative industries while supporting your artistic ambitions in acting, dance and musical theatre.
Learn industry skills
Learn and create in our outstanding workshop facilities and studio space.
University of the Arts London
We are proud to be a University of the Arts London (UAL) accredited college.

Build your career in
Performing Arts
Our performing arts courses offer a range of full time study from levels one to three. Here, you will be introduced to the realities of a professional working environment and will learn the necessary rehearsal etiquette and professional practice standards required within the industry. Not only that, you’ll also have the opportunity to learn first-hand through a variety of exciting workshops and trips, as well as the chance to show your skills and abilities through a variety of performances held by the college.
All courses and levels are assessed against submitted coursework by a deadline – no sat exams required!


Performing Arts News
All News
- Article
Green Dreams by Suffolk New College
Green Dreams is a grandiose collaboration between the college and a company called Climate Change Theatre Action.

- Article
Top actors from English Touring Theatre give top tips to performing arts students
A trio of actors from English Touring Theatre popped into Suffolk New College to give advice to up-and-coming performers.

- Learner Stories
Suffolk New College student set to feature in upcoming episode of Call the Midwife
A performing arts student from Suffolk New College has bagged a role in Call the Midwife.
Performances & Events

- Performances
Christmas Music Showcase
- St Peter's by the Waterfront

- Performances
Performing Arts Winter Showcase
- Ipswich Campus

- Performances
Performing Arts Winter Showcase
- Ipswich Campus

- Performances
Performing Arts Winter Showcase
- Ipswich Campus
Book an Open Event and come visit us!
Come and visit us on one of our college Open Events, where you can find out more about our courses, check out our facilities and speak to current learners and staff.

Careers in the Media & Entertainment Sector
Help & Support
Moving from school to college can be something of a culture shock. But at Suffolk New College we’ve created a supportive, social environment where you can easily get access to the help and advice you need, make new friends and get the most out of your time with us.
