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Course Overview Course Fees Entry Requirements How to Apply Practical Information FAQ
Course Overview Course Fees Entry Requirements How to Apply Practical Information FAQ

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Young Thespians level 1 and level 2 are designed to provide training for students that have a deep interest in Theatre making this course will impart the necessary technical skills, the curriculum will emphasise on developing conceptual and analytical skills where the students will curate their own performance piece for a solo performance, or they can choose to work as an ensemble. All students will be given exposure to a wide range of practical performance skills to help scaffold their own learning processes giving them the autonomy to work with subject matter/script of choice. In level 2 students will enter the rehearsal phase where they work on their performance to prepare for the Trinity Grade 8 Performance Arts exams.


Course Schedule

 

Lessons are conducted on weekends. The school reserves the right to change the day and timing during each intake.

Course Name Duration
Young Thespians Level 1 90 minutes
Young Thespians Level 2 90 minutes
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COURSE FEES

Course Name Course Fee per semester (inclusive of 9% GST)
Young Thespians Level 1 S$930
Young Thespians Level 2 S$930


Audition Fee

 
  • Audition Fee is $32.70 (inclusive of 9% GST).


Payment Terms

 
  • Current students should make payment of fees for each term or semester as stipulated by the department.
  • Please login to the payment portal (using Chrome) https://payment.nafa.edu.sg/Students with your Student Admission No. and enter an OTP that will be sent to the mobile no. registered with us.
  • The department reserves the right to suspend a student's enrolment in the programme if the full fee is not paid by the specified deadline. In such a case, the student must submit a new application during the next intake, subject to availability.


Refund of Fees

 
  • Audition Fee is non-refundable.

  • Fees are only refundable under the following conditions:

    1. Full refund if the class is unable to proceed due to unforeseen circumstances.
    2. If withdrawal is made within 14 days before the commencement of the semester/term, an administrative charge of S$50 (before prevailing GST) will be deducted.
    3. If withdrawal is made within 14 days after the commencement of the semester/term, 1 month's tuition fee will be deducted.
    4. Fees are non-refundable for withdrawal after 2 weeks into the semester/term*

*applies in accordance with your course payment schedule

Entry Requirements

Students must complete the Youth Ensemble level 2 and upon selection.

New students of who have turned 13 years old with some drama training may register for an audition to be selected into the course.

HOW TO APPLY

This programme is for our existing students, strictly by invitation only.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Please view the Junior Drama's Calendars as follows:

Semester 1, 2025 (4 January to 25 May 2025)

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FAQ

Twice a year, in October and May.
Register in October for courses commencing in January.
Register in May for courses commencing in July.

All new applicants will register online. Registering online does not guarantee a place as most of the courses are usually over-subscribed. Audition will take place after registration is closed.

Yes, all new students will have to audition. All successful candidates will be offered a place. The audition results are final. The school reserves the right not to release the reasons for unsuccessful candidates. All information provided during the registration and audition process is strictly confidential, therefore we are unable to provide any feedback regarding the outcome/results.

12 to 15 students per class.

Parents need to inform us about their child’s learning needs upon registration. Children with learning needs will be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Our classes are held in a large group setting; hence we are unable to accommodate or admit children who require one-to-one supervision during lessons.

We provide a wide-ranging curriculum, exposing students to theatre making, story-telling and public speaking skills. Our aim is for your child to gain the confidence and life skills for their individual learning journey.

There will be internal assessments for all levels. Students will need to pass these assessments to be promoted to the next level. Our students also take the Trinity College London performance exams. The Trinity College London exams are external exams—they are not compulsory, but we encourage our students to challenge themselves and put their training to the test.

Trinity College London Performance Arts Grade 1, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8
Trinity College London Communication Skills Grade 5             

Our classes are held at NAFA Campus 3, 151 Bencoolen Street.

No certificate will be given for the completion of a course. However, candidates who participate in the Trinity London College external exams and pass, will receive a certificate.