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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.

<span style="text-align:center;display:inline-block;width:100%;">'ONE OF THE BEST PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOLS IN THE WORLD'</span>

'ONE OF THE BEST PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOLS IN THE WORLD' 

Sir Paul McCartney
Lead Patron

Copyright: Mary McCartney

WHAT'S ON

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.

Student Stories

Aimee Woods

"Teaching at LIPA was done in such a way going into the real world felt like a natural step"

Aimee Woods - (Graduated 2016)

Aishwarya Raut

"LIPA taught me to be open, curious and most importantly to own and celebrate my individuality."

Aishwarya Raut - Member of leading dance company Rambert. Credits also include the film Rocketman and Brit Awards. (Graduated 2017)

Nuria Sagales Carbonel

"The amount of collaboration, co-writing, productions sessions, jams and networking that take place here are unlike anything I’ve seen before"

Nuria Sagales Carbonel - Music (Songwriting & Performance) (Current Student)

Liverpool Is Your Stage

Liverpool Is Your Stage

Home to the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, Liverpool is a passionate, proud, free-thinking city, Liverpool has a global reputation for producing, supporting and celebrating ground-breaking art and artists. This iconic, diverse, international city is known for its friendliness and kindness.

Our students are welcomed into, and become valued members of, Liverpool’s creative community.

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Numbers

LIPA In Numbers

  • Students

    1000

    Current Students

  • Ratio

    49

    Student Nationalities

  • Ratio

    10:1

    Student / Teacher Ratio

  • Amount invested

    £500k

    Invested annually in facilities