Theatrical Makeup Course
Our industry short course covering all the basic skills you need to create professional hair and makeup looks for theatre and the performing arts.
Overview
Learn how to create showstopping looks for theatre and the performing arts . You’ll be taught how to put together characters using expert makeup techniques and wigs, to create character looks specifically for the Theatre.
During this stage makeup course, you will have master classes taught by visiting experts in the field.
At the end of the short course, you will have the professional skills to create a selection of theatrical looks using the correct techniques and will have gained experience putting together makeup and hair looks for the Theatre.
Entry requirements:Â Must be aged 18+
Course Payment: A full payment is required to secure a place on any makeup course. We have several options to help fund your makeup course including interest-free payment plans, bursaries, and loans.
Included: All the tools, makeup and materials needed to complete this course will be provided during each lesson.
Aftercare:
At The Iver Academy, you don’t just benefit from the best tutors in the industry; our placement agency helps students find real industry work experience and placements once they have finished their theatrical makeup course. Your placements will be relevant to the skills you have learned during during this short theatrical makeup course. This is a free service that is available to all graduates of our courses.
Visit our aftercare page for more information on the ways we can help students find vital hands-on industry experience.
Please note that we regrettably have limited places for this course, so it is advisable to apply for your course early to avoid disappointment.
Modules
Theatre and Performing Arts
This course will take place over 1 week.
- Techniques for blocking out eyebrows
- Theatrical makeup techniques including ageing
- Performance art workshop with hands-on projects
- Theatre wig application and quick change tricks and tips
This course is also a part of our most Advanced Certification in Makeup and Hair Artistry
Please note we may occasionally change advertised tutors or vary the content of the course to suit the demands of the industry.
Dates and Prices
See our current dates below.
Included in the prices: All the tools, makeup and materials needed to complete this course will be provided during each lesson.
Course Start Date
Price
Spaces available for January 2025
Funding
Formal training is a must if you are serious about a career in Media Makeup, Hair and Special Effects. Once you have decided which course is right for you, take a look at the options below. If you need any more information or advice we are here to help.
- BAFTA Scholarship
- ScreenSkills Bursaries
- IMA Interest-Free Payment Plan
- IMA Bursary
- Financial Help for Adult learners from Northern Ireland
- Other Grants and Benefits
- Princes Trust
- CSN-Student Funding
- Overseas students
- Graduate Advice
Tutors
Tamsin Barbosa
Vice Principal
An acclaimed makeup & hair artist specialising in film, with over 25 years’ experience working on some of the biggest British & Hollywood releases in recent years.
Joceline Andrews
Academic Consultant
A makeup and hair artist specialising in recreating iconic looks for period dramas and Hollywood blockbusters.
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FAQs
View some of our FAQs below, if you still cannot find the answer you are looking for then please see all our FAQs or get in contact with us today.
How do I enrol on a course?
You must be 18 or over to apply for any of our courses, except our SFX summer school which is for 14-17 year olds. You must also meet any entry requirements specified (please visit the individual course pages for more details on these requirements).
To start the enrolment process, we first ask that you get in touch to arrange a visit to our studios, where we can carry out a brief interview. Telephone interviews can also be arranged if you are located too far away. After the interview stage you will need to complete an enrolment form and will be required to pay a deposit to secure your place on your chosen course. Please note that this deposit is unfortunately non-refundable.
What do the fees include?
Your fees include everything that is needed to successfully complete our courses. This includes materials, makeup, brushes and tools and cleaning equipment. All we ask is that you bring your own pen and notepad to each lesson for note taking.
Our full time Certificate, Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced Hair and Makeup courses all include a full makeup and hair kit in the cost. This provides you with industry-quality makeup from brands including Bobbi Brown, MAC and Kryolan, as well as professional palettes, makeup brushes and hair tools. The value of each kit on the Intermediate and Advanced course is over £2000 and this is yours to keep once the course has ended.
Specialist equipment is supplied for our shorter courses and further prosthetics courses to allow you to complete the training.
Do you offer student loans for your courses?
The Iver Academy is registered with UK Government’s Skills Funding Agency. Currently there are no Government funded student loans available for our courses but please take a go look at our Funding page as there are a number of Bursary’s and Scholarship programmes available.
For more information please see our How to Fund your Training page
Am I able to visit The Iver Academy before enrolling?
We encourage anyone considering a course with us to first come and visit our academy. You can call us to make an appointment, where one of our team will happily show you around the premises and facilities, or you can attend one of our open days.
What is your average tutor to student ratio?
All of our courses are taught in small tutor groups. Our tutor / student ratio will vary depending on our individual courses, but on average this will be a ratio between 1:7 and 1:14 This helps us ensure that all our students receive the best care and attention to further their development.
What are your regular class teaching times?
Our regular classroom times are between 10am and 4pm and 9.30 am till 4.30 pm for Prosthetics and SFX modules.However, our academy opening hours are from 9am – 5pm to give students ample time to practise their skills and prepare for any tasks.
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