Get ready for a week of student talent and creativity as the 2024 BTEC Fringe Festival graces our stage on January 30th and 31st. We are absolutely thrilled to welcome you to the annual BTEC Fringe Festival, where our exceptionally talented students will bring their creativity and passion to life in a kaleidoscope of captivating performances.

Event Details

This two-day fringe festival promises to be a celebration of the performing arts, and we are honoured to present an array of thrilling performances, including acting, musical theatre, and dance shows, all curated and performed by our incredibly talented students.

Dates: Tuesday 30th January & Wednesday 31st January 2024

Location: Studio 39 & 102, ArtsEd, 14 Bath Road, Chiswick, London, 4 1LY

Box Office Information

To secure your place for this event, simply click the button below and book your tickets today. We kindly ask you to book separate tickets for each performance, ensuring a minimum of 30 minutes between show bookings to allow for a smooth transition. With a limited seating capacity of 40 seats per performance. In case a show is sold out, rest assured, we have a waiting list to accommodate you.

No need to worry about collecting your tickets – our warm and welcoming Front of House team will be there to greet you on the evening of each performance. For those with specific access requirements, please don’t hesitate to contact us at sdye@artsed.co.uk in advance.

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Show Highlights

January 30th

Carry That Weight (by Yesterday)

• Eleanor Rigby & Anne: Emily Hill, Bob: Toby Mocrei, Chad: José Bemrose, Kate: Elyza Debono, Lucy: Arianna Johnson, Mary: Cecilia Lihn, Rose: Alice Stonebridge
• Description: Join seven individuals in a failing band as they chase fame with Beatles songs in this heartwarming story.
• Performance: 4.45pm/7pm – Studio 102

The Wheels on the Bus (by The Living Room Theatre Company)

• Ensemble: Lily Haylock, Bella Foat, Morgan Thomas, Eva Patel
• Description: Get a bird’s-eye view of the world-famous London Bus and experience the highs and lows of public transport, with laughter, tears, and unforgettable stories.
• Performance: 5pm/7.15pm – Studio 39

One By One (by Elimination Dance Company)

• Agnes Beuselinck, Sisi Bryt, Elsie Haddrell, Alex Summers, Holly Baker, Amy Morrison, Jessie Sprousen
• Description: Follow our story of the slow demolition of a habitat being destroyed for human advantage and the effects of human activity on our world.
• Performance: 5:30pm/7:45pm – Studio 102

Pink Women (by 4 Shades of Grey)

• George: Jesse Francis-Baum, Betsie: Kitty Whiting, Lilac: Issy Grace MacDonald, Liza: Roxanne Hurrell
• Description: Delve into love, relationships, and the complexities of human connections as three different girls navigate a common situation.
• Performance: 5.45pm/8pm – Studio 39

I Wish (by Shows in the Key of Life)

• Mr. Duke: Todd Dachtler, Ms. Cherie: Tiana Cartwright, Bobby: Charles Mcdowell, Sophie: Eliza Cambei, Riley: Isabella George-Hall, Amelia: Summer Vincent
• Description: A music teacher faces a crossroads between love and passion in New York City in this classroom serenade.
• Performance: 6.15pm/8.30pm – Studio 102

The Box of Parallels (by The Gallery)

• Ensemble: Elizabeth Pask, Rosie Arevalo, Kai Plummer-Walrond, Harnoor Kaur
• Description: Join four people in an elevator for a comedic twist on unexpected relationships, secrets, and love in confined spaces.
• Performance: 6.30pm/8.45pm – Studio 39

January 31st

Desire; Love (by Daydreamers)

• Luca: Gino Ochello, Priya: Nikhita Essex, Raj: Hari Aggerwal, Emma: Rosie Brickwood, Via: Olivia Beazley, Tom: Charles Hagen, Lola: Carmen Parrilla Santander
• Description: Explore the universal desire for love as seven people navigate different paths in their quest for happiness.
• Performance: 4.45pm/7pm – Studio 102

The Maria Project (by High 5)

• Chris: Jacob Cowles, Ensemble: Scarlett Rousset, Maisie Christie, Isabella Laborde
• Description: Embark on a journey where reality is shaped by memories and experience a series of bizarre events as Chris explores his mind.
• Performance: 5pm/7.15pm – Studio 39

Power of Nature (by Truce Dance Company)

• Humans: Duncan Moffat, Matilda Ek, Emily Bromage. Nature: Robyn Vine, Polly Holmes, Rebecca Yianni
• Description: In a once harmonious coexistence, human greed for power led to nature’s exploitation. This sparked a fierce battle, where machines clashed with resilient forests, shaking the earth.
• Performance: 5:30pm/7:45pm – Studio 102

Ice Breakers (by Midnight Goats)

• Tony: Damien Weber, Anne (Penelope): Evie Williams, Anne: Jess Jenner, Raya (Trish): Kya Davis
• Description: Anne’s quest to impress her college bullies leads to a hilarious mix-up involving two teenagers and country lines.
• Performance: 5.45pm/8pm – Studio 39

Blondilocks (by DB and Co.)

• Narrator/Casting Director: Sasha Walters, Debby: Claudia Hadley, Chris, The Manager: Sam Cooper, Tish Bellemo/Choreographer: Lucy Bond-Rodriguez, Maria/Job Centre Receptionist: Tilly Wolstenholme, Dancer/Nervous Girl/Motel Receptionist: Darcie Faircloth, Bad Club Boy/Hotel Receptionist: Maikol Roque
• Description: A modern retelling of Goldilocks in the big city set to the music of Blondie. Follow Debby’s journey as she navigates the complexities of life.
• Performance: 6.15pm/8.30pm – Studio 102

Colour Scheme (by Isolated Productions)

• Brooke: Amy Scholar, Ellie: Summer-Maé O’Neil, Joe: KJ Phillip, Stacey: Lolabelle Backus
• Description: Follow Brooke Miller’s journey as an aspiring designer and discover the price of success in a competitive world.
• Performance: 6.30pm/8.45pm – Studio 39

Book Your Tickets

The 2024 BTEC Fringe Festival promises to be an extraordinary showcase of talent, creativity, and dedication. We invite you to join us in celebrating the hard work and artistic achievements of our students. Secure your tickets now, support our emerging artists, and be a part of this unforgettable event.

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The corridors of ArtsEd are abuzz with excitement and pride as the opening night of “The Drowsy Chaperone” approaches on January 23rd. This eagerly awaited production has already marked a significant milestone by selling out within just a few days of ticket sales opening.

Winner of 5 TONY Awards, including Best Book and Best Original Score, “The Drowsy Chaperone” is a tribute to the Jazz Age musical, filled with laugh-out-loud comedy, show-stopping numbers, and captivating music by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison.

Directed by Philip Wilson, the production is expected to be a grand showcase of the students’ skills and hard work, featuring a unique double-cast that adds diverse flair to each performance.

This success comes hot on the heels of another ArtsEd achievement: the sell-out of “Rent,” which saw all tickets snapped up in under an hour. Directed by Tania Azevedo and set to be staged from February 6th to 10th, “Rent” has further cemented ArtsEd’s reputation for high-caliber student productions.

These consecutive sell-outs are not only a testament to the quality of ArtsEd’s productions but also to the enduring love and support for musical theatre.

“We’re thrilled to be looking ahead to the final two shows of the School of Musical Theatre Season. The Drowsy Chaperone, directed by Philip Wilson, opens this week and Jonathan Larson’s Rent, directed by Tania Azevedo, opens on 6^th February. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation Theatre to see the talented 2024 Musical Theatre graduates in action.

We wanted to take this opportunity to thank the students and staff for all their continuing hard work, commitment and dedication to the training.

Applications are still open for 2024/25. Please visit the ArtsEd website for further details and the link to the application portal.

Finally, keep your eyes peeled later on in the spring for the School of Musical Theatre’s announcement of our 2024/25 season of musicals!”

Jonathan O’Boyle, Director of the School of Musical Theatre

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As “The Drowsy Chaperone” prepares to raise its curtains to a full house, there is a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation. This success serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for the young performers, demonstrating that dedication and talent are indeed the keys to turning dreams into reality.

For the lucky ones who managed to secure tickets, an evening of laughter, fantastic music, and stunning performances awaits. And for those who missed out, ArtsEd encourages keeping an eye out for future productions that promise the same level of excitement and excellence.

There’s Still Time to Apply to Our Musical Theatre and Acting Courses

As the curtain is set to fall on another successful production at ArtsEd, it’s clear that the stage is just the beginning. If you’ve been inspired by the outstanding performances of our students and dream of taking your place in the spotlight, our BA (Hons) Musical Theatre or Acting course is your next step. ArtsEd is renowned for its rigorous and exceptional triple-threat training, offering an exciting and extensive curriculum designed to shape world-leading performers.

Applications for 2024 close on 1st March 2024.

Muisical Theatre Acting

We are publishing this article in response to recent media coverage regarding culture at ArtsEd. You may be aware of the historic complaints raised in the press over the last number of weeks, and that further complaints and concerns have come to light since then.

These are serious allegations and do not reflect our values or the organisation we want to be.

The Board of Trustees have instructed Ghazaleh Rezaie, a barrister from 12 Kings Bench Walk Chambers, to undertake a review of the allegations and wider governance at ArtsEd.

While it is up to Ms Rezaie to agree and finalise the Terms of Reference, we are keen that this investigation is as broad and inclusive as possible, and that people have the opportunity to make their voice heard. We are determined to establish a clear account of the events and identify lessons to be learned based on the findings.

With that in mind, an independent email address has been established for anybody that wants to contribute to the investigation. enquiries@independent-investigation.com. We would encourage anybody, including all staff, students, parents and alumni to use this email address to contact Ms Rezaie.

We plan for work on the investigation to commence as soon as possible with interviews and evidence gathering in January 2024.

We hope that this statement and plan demonstrates how serious we are about holding the institution to account and how we should be determined at all times, no matter how difficult, to judge ourselves against the highest standards.