The Dance and Drama Awards

The Dance and Drama Awards (DaDA) are means-tested scholarships designed to support exceptionally talented performing arts students. They are funded by the Education and Skills Funding Agency.

The Dance and Drama Awards are given to UK students who display the most talent and potential at their audition.

The level of funding offered will be determined by household income, and all funding is awarded in the form of a grant (not a loan) so does not need to be repaid in the future.

You will only be eligible to receive a Dance and Drama Award at Bird College if you reside in the UK and are studying on the Diploma in Professional Musical Theatre validated by Trinity College London.

You can find out more about the DaDA scheme at https://www.gov.uk/dance-drama-awards