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LIPA is a world leading provider of university-level performing and creative arts training. An international community of creatives, performers, technicians, filmmakers and business people who learn by working together on fully realised productions and projects.
Acting
Musical Theatre
Dance
Design and Technology
Filmmaking
Management
Music
Sound Technology
'ONE OF THE BEST PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOLS IN THE WORLD'
Sir Paul McCartney
Lead Patron
Copyright: Mary McCartney
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WHAT'S ON
AT LIPA?
Our students are responsible for over 50 productions a year. Music gigs, theatrical shows, dance shows, festivals, musicals, exhibitions, installations and digital performances are all part of their learning. Many are open to the public. We also hold regular events where you can visit our campus and find out more about studying here.
What's On
Student
Stories
"The range of equipment that we get trained on is fantastic and allows for good preparation for the future because it's all industry standard. I love how we are encouraged to explore all the possible pathways in our courses"
Lola Kasumu-Croft - Current Sound Technology Student (Current Student)
"As you walk through the grand entrance at the front of the building it can seem very daunting. However, once you start talking to people and walking around the building it feels very welcoming and an environment that is best in class for collaborative, creative work"
Sam Roberts - Current Music Student (Current Student)
"The teachers are all very knowledgeable about their courses and they have so much industry experience. They want the best for their students and push them to be their best selves"
Bethany Scrace - Current Dance Student (Current Student)
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Liverpool Is
Your Stage
Liverpool is a passionate, proud, free-thinking city, with a global reputation for producing, supporting and celebrating ground-breaking art and artists. This iconic, diverse, international city is known for its humour, friendliness and kindness.
Our students are welcomed into, and become valued members of, Liverpool’s creative community.
Find our more
1000
Current Students
40+
Student Nationalities
10:1
Student / Teacher Ratio
£1m
Invested annually in facilities
Latest
News
More news
26 Mar 2026
Watch: Adrian Lester discusses his career and experience of LIPA
23 Apr 2026
Music student picked to perform at Sound City
22 Apr 2026
EMRA: A playground for the body, the mind and the soul
22 Apr 2026
Breaking, Brilliantly: Jonathan Glew on LIPA at 30, creativity and collaboration
21 Apr 2026
Gallery: James and the Giant Peach
20 Apr 2026
Sound Tech grad wins top music industry award
17 Apr 2026
Watch: 'Horizon'
17 Apr 2026
LIPA’s Jon Thornton honoured by music industry
16 Apr 2026
Olivier Award win for LIPA Sound Tech grad and visiting lecturer
15 Apr 2026
From Liverpool to the World: Celebrating LIPA Alumni with Global Careers
09 Apr 2026
Award for Management grad’s theatre production
08 Apr 2026
Making their own laughs: LIPA grads creating careers in comedy
01 Apr 2026
Flying witches and full circle moments: Morgan Large on life after LIPA
31 Mar 2026
LIPA Acting Students to Star in This Girl: The Cynthia Lennon Story
30 Mar 2026
Management grad wins casting award for Paddington: The Musical
Skip To Main Content
Make
Performance
Possible
All
Together
Now
LIPA is a world leading provider of university-level performing and creative arts training. An international community of creatives, performers, technicians, filmmakers and business people who learn by working together on fully realised productions and projects.
Acting
Musical Theatre
Dance
Design and Technology
Filmmaking
Management
Music
Sound Technology
'ONE OF THE BEST PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOLS IN THE WORLD'
Sir Paul McCartney
Lead Patron
Copyright: Mary McCartney
Download a Prospectus
Discover Open Days
360 Degree View
Speak to the LIPA team
WHAT'S ON
AT LIPA?
Our students are responsible for over 50 productions a year. Music gigs, theatrical shows, dance shows, festivals, musicals, exhibitions, installations and digital performances are all part of their learning. Many are open to the public. We also hold regular events where you can visit our campus and find out more about studying here.
What's On
Student
Stories
"The range of equipment that we get trained on is fantastic and allows for good preparation for the future because it's all industry standard. I love how we are encouraged to explore all the possible pathways in our courses"
Lola Kasumu-Croft - Current Sound Technology Student (Current Student)
"As you walk through the grand entrance at the front of the building it can seem very daunting. However, once you start talking to people and walking around the building it feels very welcoming and an environment that is best in class for collaborative, creative work"
Sam Roberts - Current Music Student (Current Student)
"The teachers are all very knowledgeable about their courses and they have so much industry experience. They want the best for their students and push them to be their best selves"
Bethany Scrace - Current Dance Student (Current Student)
View All Stories
Liverpool Is
Your Stage
Liverpool is a passionate, proud, free-thinking city, with a global reputation for producing, supporting and celebrating ground-breaking art and artists. This iconic, diverse, international city is known for its humour, friendliness and kindness.
Our students are welcomed into, and become valued members of, Liverpool’s creative community.
Find our more
1000
Current Students
40+
Student Nationalities
10:1
Student / Teacher Ratio
£1m
Invested annually in facilities
Latest
News
More news
26 Mar 2026
Watch: Adrian Lester discusses his career and experience of LIPA
23 Apr 2026
Music student picked to perform at Sound City
22 Apr 2026
EMRA: A playground for the body, the mind and the soul
22 Apr 2026
Breaking, Brilliantly: Jonathan Glew on LIPA at 30, creativity and collaboration
21 Apr 2026
Gallery: James and the Giant Peach
20 Apr 2026
Sound Tech grad wins top music industry award
17 Apr 2026
Watch: 'Horizon'
17 Apr 2026
LIPA’s Jon Thornton honoured by music industry
16 Apr 2026
Olivier Award win for LIPA Sound Tech grad and visiting lecturer
15 Apr 2026
From Liverpool to the World: Celebrating LIPA Alumni with Global Careers
09 Apr 2026
Award for Management grad’s theatre production
08 Apr 2026
Making their own laughs: LIPA grads creating careers in comedy
01 Apr 2026
Flying witches and full circle moments: Morgan Large on life after LIPA
31 Mar 2026
LIPA Acting Students to Star in This Girl: The Cynthia Lennon Story
30 Mar 2026
Management grad wins casting award for Paddington: The Musical