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all-inclusive community: a home of change, growth and opportunity.

Welcome to the Bristol Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA), where countless opportunities await you. As the Artistic Director, I invite you to explore our inclusive and welcoming environment, designed to support individuals from all backgrounds and experiences. At BIPA, we believe in providing a safe and supportive creative space for students to take risks, hone their technical skills, and prepare for successful careers in the industry.

Our commitment to fostering a positive and nurturing community allows students to freely express themselves, experiment, and challenge their artistic abilities without fear of judgment or failure. Through our connections with industry leaders, we offer unique insights and opportunities for students to further develop their craft, giving them a competitive edge as they embark on their professional journeys.

Thank you for considering BIPA. We are excited to support you in developing your artistic abilities and achieving your dreams.


Jack Maurice
Artistic Director & Head of Bristol Institute of Performing Arts
Jack Maurie, Artistic Director

"BIPA has challenged and inspired me to push myself beyond my limits"

What I've appreciated most is the individual attention and care that BIPA provides. BIPA has challenged and inspired me to push myself beyond my limits, and has helped me identify my strengths and weaknesses. The guidance i've received has been instrumental in my growth as a performer, and I feel confident that I am ready to take on the industry. I highly recommend this course to anyone who is serious about pursuing a career in musical theatre.
Isabella
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre

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"As the Principal of South Gloucestershire and Stroud College (SGS) I am proud to witness the growth of BIPA within our college. It is a privilege to have such a reputable and esteemed provision develop from within our walls and provide students with the opportunity to explore and excel in their passion for the arts.

BIPA has been an integral and outstanding part of our college for many years, and I take great pleasure in attending our students' performances and watching them shine on and off stage.

Watching our students bring their talent and creativity to life on stage is truly awe-inspiring, and it is a testament to the exceptional training and guidance they receive here at SGS College. The hard work and dedication of our students, staff and alumni are evident in each and every production, and I am grateful to be a part of such an exceptional community.

I encourage you to continue to pursue your passions and take full advantage of the resources and opportunities BIPA at SGS College has to offer. I look forward to witnessing your future successes and being a part of your journey."


sara-jane watkins
Principal - South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
Undergraduate

ba hons musical theatre, Class of 2023

Kaylie Monks
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Amber Lewis
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Lewis Taylor-Rogers
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Jordan Jacobs
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Hannah Pallot
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Charlie-Lou James
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Hattie Powell
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Isabella Cosh
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Courtney taylor
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Jamie Bloor
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Maria Kellengray
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Georgie Lloyd
2023
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre