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    WEEKLY TRAINING    

  MUSICAL THEATRE FOR AGES 7-19  
 

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What You Get

Core Training Program

Overview

  • Elite training in acting, singing, dance, triple-threat combination, artistry and industry preparation. 

  • An environment that is kind and professional, where performers are nurtured into confident, individual and technically skilled young artists.

Schedule

3 hours every Sunday, during school term times.

Student Body

Ages 7-19. Students are divided into classes based on age and skill-set.

Program Commitments

Consistent attendance is expected for students to make the best progress, and to instill the professionalism and work-ethic required to excel in all walks of life.

Year Overview

AUTUMN TERM: Technique and Skill Development This term concludes with a formal Assessment Day and a personalised feedback report for every student. Autumn Term training includes: * Singing Technique:   Developing healthy vocal technique, breath support, range, tone, musicianship, harmony work and acting through song. * Dance Technique:   Building a strong technical foundation in jazz, alongside strength, flexibility, coordination, musicality and performance quality. * Acting Technique:   Exploring core acting techniques including Meisner, Stanislavski and improvisation, while developing truthful performance, characterisation and storytelling. * Musical Theatre Knowledge:   Expanding understanding of the history, genres, styles and influential artists that have shaped the musical theatre canon.

SPRING TERM: Industry Preparation This term concludes with a mock audition for guest industry professionals, followed by a personal feedback report. Spring Term training includes: * Audition Preparation: Mock auditions, selecting and refining audition repertoire, preparing monologues, self-taping techniques. * Masterclasses: Learning from casting directors/agents and other industry guests. * Professional Etiquette: Developing the confidence and professionalism expected in industry. * Industry Practice: Building practical professional skills including cold reading, microphone technique and performing for camera. * Headshots: Optional professional headshot sessions.

SUMMER TERM: Live Showcase This term concludes with a live performance for friends, family and invited guests, followed by an individual feedback report. Summer Term training includes: * Triple-Threat Performance: Combining acting, singing and dance into confident, compelling performances. * Rehearsal Process: Developing rehearsal discipline, collaboration, note-taking, adaptability and the professional habits expected in a rehearsal room.

Core Program Fees

£119 per month.

Scholarship & financial support info here.

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Performance Team

Performance Team Overview

Performance Teams have regular opportunities to perform live on stage at public events.

 

Performance Team Schedule

2 hours every Sunday, during school term times.

(this is in addition to  the 3 hours of Core Training)

Performance Team Entry

Students are selected from the Core Training Program, and must meet the following criteria:

  • An attendance rate of 80% or higher in the previous term.

  • An appropriate level of technical and artistic development, reflected by scores of 4 or 5 across all areas of their previous term report.

Year Overview

Please see ‘Core Training Program’ for a detailed syllabus for the year.

Performance Team members additionally receive:

  • At least one live public performance opportunity every term.

  • Weekly rehearsals that mirror professional rehearsal processes.

Performance Team Commitments

As well as maintaining over 80% attendance, students must be able to commit to performances that take place outside of their usual training hours. A performance schedule will be provided ahead of committing to each term.

 

Performance Team Fees

£79 per month (in addition to the Core Training Program)

Scholarship & financial support info here.

 

Potential extra fees: There are occasional charges for costume rental/purchase. We make sure to keep this below £100 per year.

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Drama School Preparation

Drama School Preparation Overview

For students in School Year 10+ who plan to apply to performing arts colleges. This class is about preparing for degree-level auditions.

 

Schedule

4pm - 5.30pm every Sunday, during school term times.

Entry

Open to students in School Year 10+ in our Core Training Program.

OR  entry via self-tape audition and interview, for performers wishing to attend only this class.

 

Year Overview

  • Choosing the right colleges and courses for you.

  • Advice from drama school admissions professionals. 
  • Preparing college-specific audition material.

  • Building a strong and varied audition repertoire.

  • Developing audition technique, confidence and resilience.

  • UCAS and personal statement guidance.

  • Exploring pathways into professional theatre and the wider performing arts industry.

 

Drama School Prep Fees

£60 per month.

AUDITION NOW

Performers aged 7-19 are invited to try out for #TeamSpirit
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