Academy Breakin’ Convention

Academy Breakin’ Convention (ABC) is the UK’s first free Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performance and Production Arts specific to Hip Hop Theatre for 16–19 year olds. The course fills a gap in professional pathways for new artists who have a passion for hip hop culture, want to work in the creative industries, and gain a formal qualification. ABC offers young people of all backgrounds an exciting and inclusive approach to education which centres the values of hip hop culture; peace, love, unity, and having fun. The full-time course provides young creatives with the opportunity to have high-quality training in all areas of hip hop culture through a theatrical lens as well as develop as emerging professionals. Students will train intensively in performance elements (Hip Hop Social Dance, Popping, Breaking, and Emceeing) and production elements (DJing, Graffiti, and Music Production), developing transferable skills and networks for a lifelong career.