Wimbledon College of Arts

Wimbledon College of Arts Wimbledon College of Arts. University of the Arts London (UAL). Specialising in Acting and Performance Design courses

Wimbledon College of Arts has a long tradition of providing world class teaching in technical arts for theatre, film and television. We believe in a non-hierarchical and inclusive approach to performance. That means we see all elements as equal partners. Whether it be acting, directing, writing or designing. Our courses include acting, costume, production and theatre design. Collaborative performa

nce is a key part of the experience at Wimbledon. We design many of our course projects with that in mind. Students often work in teams to produce theatre, performance and other live events. This reflects working practices within the industry. We want to develop your creativity, technical ability and professionalism. It is these qualities that enable many of our graduates to go on to have successful careers. Our alumni include costume designer Lorna Mugan, production designer Sarah Greenwood and set designers Simon Costin and Soutra Gilmour. Wimbledon College of Arts has well established national and international industry links. These include 2 of the United Kingdom's leading theatres: the National and the Lyric. Many of our staff are practicing professionals in their field. These connections allow students to gain valuable work experience. Our facilities include specialist workshops, studios and an on-site professional theatre. In summer 2020 Wimbledon began a multimillion-pound investment programme to transform the site into a world-leading centre for performance. The main phase of work has now been completed, with the final works to refurbish the library due to finish in early 2023. These improvements will enable us to nurture performance talent of the future.

VR meets thriller 💀This collaborative project is by our BA (Hons) Art Direction and Visual Effects student Jesse-Phoenix...
28/08/2026

VR meets thriller 💀

This collaborative project is by our BA (Hons) Art Direction and Visual Effects student Jesse-Phoenix Watson and is called 'The Goonies - The Curse of One Eyed W***y'.

He worked on this project with another student from the course called Rebecca Thompson. They decided to turn 'The Goonies (1985)' into a VR thriller puzzle game.

While Rebecca focused more on the concept designing, Jesse-Phoenix focused on ground plans and tech drawings of the Captain's Cabin as well as 3D modeling and texturing.

Learn more about this project on : https://ualshowcase.arts.ac.uk/collaborative/

Spotlighting the confidence, colour and curiosity of the CanCan dancer ❤️💙Our BA (Hons) Costume for Theatre and Screen g...
25/08/2026

Spotlighting the confidence, colour and curiosity of the CanCan dancer ❤️💙

Our BA (Hons) Costume for Theatre and Screen graduate Annabel Cronin designed and made a CanCan dancer costume for her final project, that was featured in the V&A Sound on Stage performance.

Sharing more insight into her design she said, "My costume is inspired by a costume designed by Gerald Scarfe for the 1985 ENO production of Orpheus In The Underworld. I was very inspired by Scarfe's caricature illustration style and use of colour. The asymmetric ruffles seen on the shoulder and outside of the skirt are a nod to Scarfe's illustration style." Fusing modern shapes and bright colour, she produced a classic Victorian CanCan costume using a Victorian corset and a Victorian CanCan skirt full of ruffles.

Explore the full project on : https://bit.ly/3UEuuwo

Showcasing a favela through the artistic lens of 3D design 🇧🇷This project titled, 'Cluttered beauty' Favela' and created...
21/08/2026

Showcasing a favela through the artistic lens of 3D design 🇧🇷

This project titled, 'Cluttered beauty' Favela' and created by our BA (Hons) Art Direction and Visual Effects graduate Lizeth Tatiana Rodriguez Mejia is inspired by favelas in Brazil evolved through resident-led construction. Through her work, she sought out to capture the "layered architecture and unique spatial layouts."

Mejia describes this piece as the "art of a cluttered place and beauty born from necessity", she wants this piece to highlight that "these communities see hope and beauty in everything they own and achievement in unplanned settlements."

Take a deeper look into this project on : https://bit.ly/4g956G8

Ghost meets theatre meets cat 🐱This project created by our BA (Hons) Art Direction and Visual Effects graduate Adam Fait...
18/08/2026

Ghost meets theatre meets cat 🐱

This project created by our BA (Hons) Art Direction and Visual Effects graduate Adam Fait is called Framing The Tail. It is inspired by T. S. Eliot's poem "Gus: The Theatre Cat" and is a reimagined whimsical animated version of the comedy that follows Beerbohm, the Gielgud Theatre's resident ghost cat, when he discovers that his portrait has gone missing.

Blending playful fiction with theatre history, the film explores memory and the longing to be remembered in a world where even ghosts with whiskers can still take centre stage.

Learn more about this project on : https://ualshowcase.arts.ac.uk/

Lights, camera...prosthetics 📸Movie magic starts here.On the Prosthetics unit of our BA (Hons) Technical Arts for Theatr...
11/08/2026

Lights, camera...prosthetics 📸

Movie magic starts here.

On the Prosthetics unit of our BA (Hons) Technical Arts for Theatre and Screen course taught by Senior Lecturer Mat Fowkes, our second year students learn industry-standard techniques including sculpting, mould making and silicone casting to create high-quality, screen-ready prosthetics from concept to application.

Swipe through to see these incredible transformations. 👀

Student credits:
- 'Burnt witch prosthetic' by Lauren McKenzie, Photographed by Lauren McKenzie of Claire Osman
- 'Sphinx' by Ava Farrell - Photography by Ava Farrell
- 'Monster of the week' by Sonny Muchmore, photographed by Sonny Muchmore
- 'Sunbeam Snake Prosthetic' By Livvy Drake, Photographed by Livvy Drake, Modelled by Jess Milne
- 'The Bloodsucker' by Maud Ross - Photographed by Maud Ross

Learn more about this course 🔗 https://bit.ly/4fBCBQL

06/08/2026

What a speech 👏🎓

Our BA (Hons) Acting and Performance graduate speaker Trevonte Golding took to the podium in style while sharing a triumphant and inspirational message during our Undergraduate Ceremony last month at the Royal Festival Hall.

Throwback to this year's V&A Performance Festival magic 🪄For the V&A Performance Festival Eve our graduate Eve Boothway,...
03/08/2026

Throwback to this year's V&A Performance Festival magic 🪄

For the V&A Performance Festival Eve our graduate Eve Boothway, from our BA (Hons) Costume for Theatre and Screen course designed and created a jester costume based on Jean Berlin’s ‘grotesque dancing figure’ print.

The costume titled, 'Cursed Jester for the V&A Echos of Sound' is inspired by the history and iconography of the jester, combining historical and contemporary silhouettes to create a character that has been cursed to dance forever.

The jester has a Tudor style sleeve with laser cut horses, ribbons and embroidery embellishment inspired by carousels as a representation of dancing for years without stopping. The other sleeve features a Jack in the box and accordion sleeve, which is another Jester motif.

Dive into more details of this project on : https://ualshowcase.arts.ac.uk/project/707548/cover

31/07/2026

Wherever you are right now, this is your sign not to give up 💚

From wanting to drop out to achieving a first class honours degree, this is a graduate story you need to hear. Thank you to our BA (Hons) Acting and Performance graduate Melissa Riggs for sharing your story. 🫶

Calling all costume designers, makers, techs and students 👗The Costume Symposium 2026 is coming to Wimbledon College of ...
28/07/2026

Calling all costume designers, makers, techs and students 👗

The Costume Symposium 2026 is coming to Wimbledon College of Arts from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 September.

Join leading professionals including multi award-winning designer Lindy Hemming and Jane Dalgarno of Royal Ballet and Opera. Expect inspiring talks, hands-on workshops from corsetry to millinery and lively debates on several topics.

Early bird deadline: Saturday 1 August 2026. Regular deadline: Saturday 29 August 2026 📢

Discounted rates for BA and MA costume students.

Click this link for workshop details: https://costumesymposium.co.uk/workshops-2026/

26/07/2026

How well does your family know your final project? 🤨

Our BA (Hons) Acting and Performance graduate Melissa Riggs put her dad Ian to the test and let's just say, he pretty much aced the quiz. Well done dad! 👏

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