Scottish Institute of Theatre, Dance, Film and Television
The Scottish Institute of Theatre, Dance, Film and Television was a specialist private educational college and institute of further education in Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland.[1][2][3] The Institute went into liquidation on 6 May 2025 and ceased trading.[4][5][6][7] Degrees were awarded by Bath Spa University and the closure meant many students were unable to complete their studies.[7][8] The institute had received funding from West Lothian Council, Creative Scotland and the Scottish Government.[2] The institute was associated with Silver Rock Film Studios in Ireland.[2] Until its closure, the institute was only school in Scotland accredited by the Council for Dance, Drama and Musical Theatre (CDMT).[9][10]
History
[edit]Established in 2006, the institute was founded as the 'MGA Academy of Performing Arts' in Edinburgh, with its main campus being situated in Balgreen.[3][11] In September 2023, the academy moved to a new 30,000 square foot campus in Livingston.[9][12] In November 2023, the Institute held its first public open day at its new campus.[13]
In April 2024, it was renamed The Scottish Institute of Theatre, Dance, Film and Television.[2][3] On the 25 April 2024, the Livingston campus of the institute was officially opened.[2] The Principal of the institute was Mark Langley, who was appointed in May 2024.[14][15]
Despite taking new students in March 2025, the Institute ceased operation in May 2025 due to insolvency and entered liquidation under Middlebrooks Business Recovery.[6][16]
Courses
[edit]The institute offered undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the performing arts, including courses in music, dance, theatre and drama, as well as film and television studies.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "The Scottish Institute of Theatre, Dance, Film & Television unveils new name and campus". Theatre Weekly. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ a b c d e "The Scottish Institute unveils "pivotal" rebrand and new location for the next generation of film, tv and theatre talent". Prolific North. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ a b c d "Scottish Institute announces new Principal". Herald Scotland. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "THE SCOTTISH INSTITUTE OF THEATRE, DANCE, FILM AND TV LIMITED filing history". GOV.UK. 2025-05-08. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ^ "Drama school in Livingston closed after liquidators appointed". BBC News. 2025-05-09. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
- ^ a b "All jobs lost and students in limbo after Scottish arts college collapses suddenly". The National. 2025-05-09. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
- ^ a b Bradley, Jane (2025-05-09). "Scottish theatre institute goes into liquidation, leaving students 'in the dark' over degree courses". The Scotsman. Retrieved 2025-05-26.
- ^ Malizia, Nicholas (2025-05-26). "but we will do everything we can to help them'". Edinburgh Live. Retrieved 2025-05-26.
- ^ a b "Multi-million pound performing arts academy to unearth Scottish talent". STV. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Performing arts academy predicts threefold revenue rise". Scotsman. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Top performing arts school rebrand". The Edinburgh Reporter. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "West Lothian business: New multi-million pound performing arts campus in Livingston opens its doors". Edinburgh Evening News. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Leading West Lothian drama school to hold open day to find future stars". Daily Record. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Mark Langley appointed principal of Scottish Institute performing arts school". The Stage. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Scottish Institute Announces New Principal". Arts Professional. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Scottish drama school goes into liquidation". Arts Professional - News, articles, jobs & events. 2025-05-09. Retrieved 2025-05-12.