14-16 years Archives

West End Week 16+

Posted on: December 18th, 2023 by Marketing User

Do you want to take your musical theatre skills to the next level? Then this is the course for you.

Get a taste of life in the musical theatre industry from professionals who are performing in the West End right now! Experts in singing, dancing and acting, our friendly and experienced tutors are true ‘triple threats’.

Participants will be encouraged to develop their skills and challenge themselves in a supportive and encouraging environment. You don’t need to be a superstar performer already, you just need to have the energy and enthusiasm to give it you all and get stuck in.

Every day is different, with two song and dance routines to learn each day, with different performers from the West End. You will be learning original choreography, so be prepared for a challenge! But remember, this course is all about developing your skills and improving your confidence, so don’t worry if you are quite new to it all!

By the end of the course you will have:

Performed West End standard pieces
Developed your acting through song skills
Increased your overall confidence as a performer
Developed your ‘triple threat’ potential
Received top tips and advice from our pro teachers

All at the same time as making new friends and sharing your passion for musical theatre!

Aspiring performers experience the best of the West End on this course! Our teachers work to an industry standard, recreating ensemble numbers from current and past West End productions.

Places go super fast, so book now!

Musical Theatre Senior (16+ yrs)

Posted on: December 18th, 2023 by Marketing User

Take your musical theatre skills to the next level!

ArtsEd’s Musical Theatre Senior course is the perfect week of classes for anyone interested in this exciting area of the performing arts.

Musical theatre performers do it all – sing, dance, act… and at the same time. If you’re looking to become a ‘triple threat’, this course is a great place to start. Get a taste of what it’s like to be a musical theatre performer from expert professionals who are all working in the industry right now!

Students on this course work alongside ArtsEd staff and expert professionals for a fun-filled week dedicated to musical theatre skills training.

You’ll improve your performance ability and technique through learning new skills and exploring different styles. This course covers a lot!

Singing
Acting
Dance

These are your morning classes.

The afternoons are spent working as part of an ensemble on song and dance routines (and scenes) from a variety of different shows.

These numbers will then be performed at the end of the week to family and friends – a chance to show off your new skills!

This course is aimed at those performers with some previous experience who want to improve their confidence and skills. Your teachers will encourage you to be the best you can be, and will challenge you if you have a high level of ability.

Beginners are also very welcome! You don’t need to have all the skills in order to benefit from this course as our teachers will guide you through every exercise. Your confidence will improve throughout the week, and all lessons are taught in a safe and encouraging environment.

Learn choreography
Learn musical songs
Develop the art of ‘acting through song and dance’
Increase your overall confidence as a performer
Nail the skills of a true musical theatre performer
Make new friends and share your passion for musical theatre
Get top tips and advice from our pro teachers!

This course is ideal for anyone who loves musical theatre and wants to learn and improve their skills.

Spaces are limited on this very popular course so be sure to book quick!

Acting for Stage & Screen (16+ yrs)

Posted on: December 18th, 2023 by Neil Roig

Do you want to take your acting skills to the next level?

For ages 16+, this course will build your confidence and strengthen your teamwork, introducing you to essential stage and screen skills and honing your skills as an aspiring performer for the stage and TV/Film.

Participants work as a company, with a professional actor/director expertly leading them in drama games, rehearsal exercises and technique based sessions. The skills developed will be put into practice with the creation of a screen duologue and a short piece of work for the stage.

No previous experience is necessary, just an interest in drama and acting and a willingness to get stuck in!

Those with more experience will be encouraged to develop their skills to a higher level in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Drama (14-16 yrs) Summer Term

Posted on: September 23rd, 2020 by ArtsEd Admin

Drama (14-16) is a unique (and fun!) mix of Stage Acting and Acting for Camera over 3 hours. Young people learn about each in equal measure as the sessions are split 50/50, just like the BA Acting degree students here at ArtsEd!

Skills and techniques are developed, and confidence, built through games, activities, and projects that encourage learning and teamwork.

Stage Acting classes cover:

Improvisation
Movement
Script & ensemble work

Screen Acting classes focus on:

Learning how to ‘act for camera’
Technical skills such as crew roles, how to operate camera equipment, angles & continuity
Scene work

Each class lasts 1 hour and 20 minutes with a 20 minute break in between.

Parent/Carer Information:

Students should wear comfortable clothing they can move around in and soft shoes or trainers. Please bring a bottle of water and a snack (strictly no nuts).

Please note: If you would like your child to be in a group with their friend please include their full name when booking. We cannot change groups once they have been formed.

Musical Theatre (14-16 yrs) Summer Term

Posted on: September 23rd, 2020 by ArtsEd Admin

Musical Theatre (14-16) is a 3-hour session where young people build their skills and confidence through lessons in Singing, Dance and Acting/Drama.

Participants learn routines, songs, and scenes from Musicals to develop their ‘triple threat’ potential. We introduce students to all three disciplines and focus on developing their core skills in communication, confidence and teamwork. Each class lasts 50 minutes with a 10 minute break in between.

Parent/Carer Information:
Students should wear comfortable clothing they can move around in and soft shoes or trainers. Please bring a bottle of water and a snack (strictly no nuts).

Please note: If you would like your child to be in a group with their friend please include their full name when booking. We cannot change groups once they have been formed.

Private Lessons

Posted on: August 11th, 2019 by artsAdmin

ArtsEd EXTRA offer private lessons with ArtsEd tutors in dance, singing and acting. These are currently available both face-to-face and online.

These classes are designed for students wanting to prepare for an audition, developing technique and/or building confidence. Previously students that have had private tuition have gone on to gain a place in our full time day school, sixth form or degree courses as well as numerous other performing arts institutions.

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Please note that private lessons won’t run during half term.