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A fantastic introduction to the world of acting. Through fun and engaging activities, students will explore improvisation, character development, and storytelling. This class encourages creativity, builds confidence and enhances communication skills. This Acting Junior Drama class is suitable for children aged 6-12 years old. About BWA Performing Arts The Betty Wivell Academy of Performing Arts was established in 1964. Since then, thousands of students have trained with us. When we started, it was ballet lessons in Miss Wivell’s sitting room. Now we have multiple classes across 3 venues! We prioritise more than just dance – we are all about building confidence and developing skills. Whether your child has dreams of a career in the arts (as many of our West Ender alumni) or simply wants to explore their passion for dance and theatre, we got it covered. We take pride in embracing the diversity and unique talents and interests of each student! From competitions to shows (our most recent production, Seussical, was a success!) every year our students grace the stage with confidence and joy! For those who wish to elevate their performing skills we also do local productions, and join competitions where our students usually take some medals home! We also have students who are represented by our partner agencies. Some have landed roles in films, and national marketing campaigns!

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Perfect for students looking to deepen their acting skills and passion for the stage. This class covers advanced techniques in improvisation, character development, and performance. Students have the opportunity to take LAMDA exams. This Acting Senior Drama class is suitable for children aged 12-17 years old. About BWA Performing Arts The Betty Wivell Academy of Performing Arts was established in 1964. Since then, thousands of students have trained with us. When we started, it was ballet lessons in Miss Wivell’s sitting room. Now we have multiple classes across 3 venues! We prioritise more than just dance – we are all about building confidence and developing skills. Whether your child has dreams of a career in the arts (as many of our West Ender alumni) or simply wants to explore their passion for dance and theatre, we got it covered. We take pride in embracing the diversity and unique talents and interests of each student! From competitions to shows (our most recent production, Seussical, was a success!) every year our students grace the stage with confidence and joy! For those who wish to elevate their performing skills we also do local productions, and join competitions where our students usually take some medals home! We also have students who are represented by our partner agencies. Some have landed roles in films, and national marketing campaigns!

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Children’s Performing Arts (Musical Theatre), which includes singing, acting, and dancing, offers a variety of benefits. These special classes are an excellent way for children to develop important life skills that will serve them well throughout their lives. Musical Theatre boosts confidence, develops creativity, teaches discipline and focus, improves communication, builds teamwork skills, provides a sense of accomplishment. Performing arts classes are an excellent way for children to learn creativity, movement and self-expression. Through music, dance, and acting, children can explore new ideas and emotions, and learn to express themselves in new and exciting ways.

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Our Performance Troupe is open to students from 11-18 years old. Students follow a weekly timetable of Musical Theatre based training all taught by our musical director Jack Holliday and our choreographer Aaron Wingrove Littman, both of whom have a wonderful rapport with young people. The Anna Fiorentini Performance Troupe is made up of our students that want that extra little push each week and the opportunity to perform at a range of community events and spread joy through performance. This Troupe is the face of the school and its charitable arm the Fiorentini Foundation. Our Performance Troupe performs in local hospitals, care homes and homes for the elderly as well as a variety of community and corporate events. To date, the Performance Troupe has performed at: The Museum of Docklands St. Joseph’s Hospice, (Hackney) Homerton University Hospital City & Islington business Awards RBS St. Mary’s Hospitals KPMG Canary Wharf Festival The Hospital Club Islington giving alongside Help the Aged The Emirates stadium We are training our students to be triple threat performers which is what the industry is asking for more and more. We encourage our students to hone their musicality and be able to combine this with acting and handling choreography. Even straight singers need to understand acting through song and, vice-versa, actors need to be able to hold a tune and use their physicality. We really feel this three-prong approach will stand our students head and shoulders above other performers in their field and allows to showcase themselves in the best possible light across all platforms. Please note, students must arrive at least 10 minutes before classes start.

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Our drama lessons provide a dynamic and engaging curriculum that combines imagination, teamwork, and self-discovery. We offer a range of activities and exercises that encourage children to step out of their comfort zones, explore different characters and emotions, and develop their own unique acting style. Drama is a powerful tool that can help children develop essential life skills, boost their confidence, and foster a love for the performing arts. One of the highlights of our drama program is the opportunity to prepare for and participate in prestigious LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art) and Trinity exams. These internationally recognized qualifications not only provide a benchmark for your child’s progress but also open doors to further educational and performance opportunities.

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Students are put into groups according to their age. On their very first day they will be buddied up with one or two other students so that they have ready-made friends that can look out for them and make them feel welcome and ease their nerves. Most weeks students will follow a time-table of Drama /Film, Singing and Dance. Each class is just under an hour. Occasionally all the departments work together especially if working towards a showing or a music video for example. There are huge benefits to working cross-media, sometimes dance rehearsals are filmed and students may combine singing and film to make their own music video which really allows our students to feel like the professionals we are training them up to be!

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Embark on a magical journey with Musical Theatre! Calling all young performers aged 6 to 12! Step into the enchanting world of musical theatre and let your imagination soar. From Disney classics to captivating songs from the west-end, get ready to learn routines that will transport you into the spotlight. Our classes are designed to provide a supportive experience where you can explore your creativity and shine as a performer. Led by experienced industry professionals, our dedicated teachers are committed to helping you unleash your full potential. Whether you are an experienced dancer or new to the stage, no previous dance experience is required – we welcome all aspiring stars! About DanceWest DanceWest, Dance for Everyone, Everybody. Our mission is to engage people of all ages and abilities in high quality dance activity, improve the mental, physical health and wellbeing of all people through dance. We believe that dance enriches lives and is the catalyst for positive change in our community. Simply dance for everyone and everybody. DanceWest is an award winning charity that has pioneered high-quality dance programmes since 2014 offering a creative response to issues including poor health, socio-economic disadvantage and unequal access to physical activity. DanceWest was founded by Rosie Whitney-Fish with a mission to enable everyone to have access to dance. We provide free & low cost dance, health and wellbeing activities co-designed with participants and partners. Transforming the health and wellbeing of vulnerable and diverse communities. Our sole aim is to keep our community healthy and happy by participating in dance.

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Singing, dancing, and acting through fun activities and popular musical numbers. This class fosters creativity, builds confidence, and enhances performance skills in a supportive and engaging environment. About BWA Performing Arts The Betty Wivell Academy of Performing Arts was established in 1964. Since then, thousands of students have trained with us. When we started, it was ballet lessons in Miss Wivell’s sitting room. Now we have multiple classes across 3 venues! We prioritise more than just dance – we are all about building confidence and developing skills. Whether your child has dreams of a career in the arts (as many of our West Ender alumni) or simply wants to explore their passion for dance and theatre, we got it covered. We take pride in embracing the diversity and unique talents and interests of each student! From competitions to shows (our most recent production, Seussical, was a success!) every year our students grace the stage with confidence and joy! For those who wish to elevate their performing skills we also do local productions, and join competitions where our students usually take some medals home! We also have students who are represented by our partner agencies. Some have landed roles in films, and national marketing campaigns!

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Students follow a weekly timetable of Drama / Film, Singing and Dance all taught by leading industry professionals that have a wonderful rapport with young people. We are training our students to be triple threat performers which is what the industry is asking for more and more. We encourage our students to hone their musicality and be able to combine this with acting and handling choreography. Even straight singers need to understand acting through song and, vice-versa, actors need to be able to hold a tune and use their physicality. We really feel this three-prong approach will stand our students head and shoulders above other performers in their field and allows to showcase themselves in the best possible light across all platforms. Within each discipline a variety of genres will be explored. Examples include: Drama - Learning to express oneself - Role play / improvisation - Script reading / writing - Audition/interview technique - Shakespeare to contemporary Dance - Communication through movement - Musical theatre - Street / contemporary - Ballet /salsa / swing - Historical dance Singing - Building confidence in Voice - Harmonies and vocal technique - Musical theatre - Pop / rock - Jazz Film - Respecting the camera - Acting on screen - Sitcoms / soap opera / commercials - Short films - Music videos - News and media Please note, students must arrive at least 10 minutes before classes start.

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Children’s Performing Arts (Musical Theatre), which includes singing, acting, and dancing, offers a variety of benefits. These special classes are an excellent way for children to develop important life skills that will serve them well throughout their lives. Musical Theatre boosts confidence, develops creativity, teaches discipline and focus, improves communication, builds teamwork skills, provides a sense of accomplishment. Performing arts classes are an excellent way for children to learn creativity, movement and self-expression. Through music, dance, and acting, children can explore new ideas and emotions, and learn to express themselves in new and exciting ways.

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