Term dates - AUTUMN 2021

• SEPTEMBER: 26th
• OCTOBER: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
• NOVEMBER: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
• DECEMBER: 5th (ALL students may be needed from 11a.m-5.30p.m and possibly later*)
• ONE WEEK OFF for Half Term (31st October)

Please note, some dates may be subject to change.

*Due to Covid-19 our plans for the end of term may not be possible but we are making plans to have a informal showcase performance at the end of the Autumn21 term. Again, we are keeping a close eye on government health and safety guidelines to keep our students and staff as safe as possible.

Term dates - SPRING 2022

• JANUARY: 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
• FEBRUARY: 6th, 13th, 27th
• MARCH: 6th, 13th
• MARCH: 20th (ALL students may be needed from 11a.m-5.30p.m and possibly later*)
• ONE WEEK OFF for Half Term (20th February)

Please note, some dates may be subject to change.

*Due to Covid-19 our plans for the end of term may not be possible but we are making plans to have a final performance for the Summer21 term! Again, we are keeping a close eye on government health and safety guidelines to keep our students and staff as safe as possible.

Term dates - SUMMER 2022

• APRIL: 24th
• MAY: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
• JUNE: 12th, 19th, 26th
• JULY: 3rd
• JULY: 10th (ALL students may be needed from 11a.m-5.30p.m and possibly later*)
• TWO WEEKS OFF for Half Term (29th May & 5th June)

Please note, some dates may be subject to change.

*Due to Covid-19 our plans for the end of term may not be possible but we are making plans to have a final performance for the Summer21 term! Again, we are keeping a close eye on government health and safety guidelines to keep our students and staff as safe as possible.

Term breakdown

Masterclasses run for 3 hours each Sunday during UK academic term time, from either 11am-2pm or 2.30-5.30pm. Each term is 10 weeks. Within each term you can expect:

• Weeks 1-8: Training with LEADING industry professionals – 3 hours per week;

  • Acting Masterclass – 1 hour each week – you will learn how to approach a script using techniques from different practitioners geared towards an understanding of character, context and delivery.

  • Dance Masterclass – 1 hour each week  - you will learn various dance techniques, working towards a choreographed dance routine.

  • Singing Masterclass – 1 hour each week – You will learn the basics of the world-class Estill voice training programme, with a qualified Estill voice coach to develop and strengthen your vocal ability. You'll also be taught how to approach and learn songs in the way the West End professionals do!

• Week 9: Sometimes we use these day for a FULL DAY rehearsal (6 hours) – piecing together all your 8 week’s training into a performance
• Week 10: LIVE PERFORMANCE:
• Autumn Term - In-house showcase followed by our annual Christmas charity concert.
• Spring Term - End of term assessments performed to a panel of industry experts to help our students get very specific feedback on the three disciplines..
• Summer Term - End of year performance in a London Theatre to an audience of agents, casting directors and top industry VIPs - plus friends and family, of course!

Why do more than one term?

• Each term offers a slightly different structure and performance opportunities
• Wider variety of performance and recording opportunities
• Certificate of Achievement for completing a full academic year
• Awards ceremony with West End Stars, Casting Directors and Agents for recognised achievements throughout the year, with prizes!
• Perform at London Theatres, such The Other Palace, Greenwich Theatre, The Royal Court, London Palladium and The Royal Albert Hall
• Build a bigger network of friends and industry contacts
• Push your skills even further!