the place for
performing arts classes
the place for performing arts classes
the place for performing arts classes
In a challenging world, we provide weekly performing arts classes for children and young people aged 3-19 years to help them achieve their potential
In a challenging world, we provide weekly performing arts classes for children and young people aged 3-19 years to help them achieve their potential
A Brand New Term @ Bodens
Our classes begin for the Autumn Term on Monday 7th September.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch!
where highly qualified teachers train children and young people in professional studios
Bodens performing arts was established in 1973 and has provided different levels of training in the performing arts, in Islington, Barnet, Enfield and the surrounding area for over 10,000 young people. Many have continued their education at RADA, LAMDA, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Mountview, Guildhall, Royal Academy, Arts Educational, GSA, Royal Welsh, Italia Conti, Urdang, Rose Bruford and East 15, we have Alumni working successfully throughout the performing arts industry all over the world.
where highly qualified teachers train children and young people in professional studios
Bodens performing arts was established in 1973 and has provided different levels of training in the performing arts, in Islington, Barnet, Enfield and the surrounding area for over 10,000 young people. Many have continued their education at RADA, LAMDA, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Mountview, Guildhall, Royal Academy, Arts Educational, GSA, Royal Welsh, Italia Conti, Urdang, Rose Bruford and East 15, we have Alumni working successfully throughout the performing arts industry all over the world.
our part time school
Performing arts training for students aged 3 -19 years, in acting, singing and dancing. Some students train during the week at our Barnet studios in stage and screen acting classes, or our younger performing arts STARter course. At the weekend students take part in combined performing arts courses, in Barnet or Enfield, offering an all round training. All our students get the opportunity to participate in performances.
We offer a brand new system of performing arts training; offering the very best in acting, singing & dancing tuition, incorporating mindfulness & wellbeing, and using theatre for transformative change in our students.
summer courses
Throughout the summer, we provide week-long courses for children and young people aged 4-17. Students have the opportunity to work towards performing on stage or creating a full-length film on our film production course. All our summer courses run for a week, some for just the morning, others all day.
our locations
Our main studios are situated in Islington with a brand new timetable of classes starting from January 2026, in our three story drama school We have seven purpose built studios with sprung floors and mirrored walls.
Our Barnet classes are held at our East Barnet studios, where we use purpose built dance and acting studios. On Saturday mornings we also hold performing arts classes at Chace Community School in Enfield.
our part time school
Performing arts training for students aged 3 -19 years, in acting, singing and dancing. Some students train during the week at our Barnet studios in stage and screen acting classes, or our younger performing arts STARter course. At the weekend students take part in combined performing arts courses, in Barnet or Enfield, offering an all round training. All our students get the opportunity to participate in performances.
We offer a brand new system of performing arts training; offering the very best in acting, singing & dancing tuition, incorporating mindfulness & wellbeing, and using theatre for transformative change in our students.
our part time school
We offer high-quality performing arts training for children and young people aged 4 to 19, with classes in acting, singing, dancing and musical theatre across our Barnet, Enfield and Islington centres.
Students can choose to focus on a particular discipline or develop their skills across all areas of the performing arts. Our classes combine excellent training with regular opportunities to rehearse, create and perform.
Alongside developing confident and capable performers, we use the performing arts to encourage
creativity, confidence, collaboration and well-being, helping every student grow both on and off the stage.
our summer courses
Throughout the summer, we provide week-long courses for children and young people aged 4-17. Students have the opportunity to work towards performing on stage or creating a full-length film on our film production course. All our summer courses run for a week, some for just the morning, others all day.
young performers programme
Our new Young Performers Programme launches at our Islington centre in January 2027, offering specialist evening training for children and young people who want to develop their skills in the performing arts.
Taking place on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, students can choose between Stage & Screen Acting or Musical Theatre, taught in ten-week blocks at our purpose-built Islington studios.
Whether students want to focus on acting for stage and screen or develop as an all-round musical theatre performer, the programme combines high-quality training with opportunities to create, collaborate and perform.
our summer courses
Throughout the summer, we offer week-long courses for children and young people aged 4–17, giving them the opportunity to create, perform and develop new skills during the school holidays.
Depending on the course, students might work towards a live performance, devise and create their own theatre, or produce a full-length film as part of our Film Production course.
our locations
Our main studios are based in Islington, where a brand-new timetable of classes launches in January 2027. Our three-storey performing arts centre has seven purpose-built studios, including spaces with sprung floors and mirrored walls.
Our Barnet classes take place at our East Barnet studios, with dedicated spaces for acting, dance and performing arts.
On Saturday mornings, we also run performing arts classes at Chace Community School in Enfield.
our locations
Our main studios are situated in Islington with a brand new timetable of classes starting from January 2026, in our three story drama school We have seven purpose built studios with sprung floors and mirrored walls.
Our Barnet classes are held at our East Barnet studios, where we use purpose built dance and acting studios. On Saturday mornings we also hold performing arts classes at Chace Community School in Enfield.
full time college
For students aged 16–19, Bodens College of Creative Arts offers fully funded, two-year vocational courses in Acting, Musical Theatre and Production, with 30 hours of practical training each week.
Students work towards an Extended Diploma in Performing Arts, equivalent to three A Levels, providing a route to university, drama school or further professional training.
For students aged 18–19, we also offer a one-year Level 4 Foundation Course, with intensive training in contemporary and Shakespearean text designed to prepare students for drama school auditions and further training.