specialist performing arts training in islington

Our Young Performers Programme offers focused performing arts training for capable and committed children and young people who want to develop their skills further.



Based at our Islington centre, students can choose between Stage & Screen Acting on Tuesday evenings or Musical Theatre Training on Wednesday evenings. Classes are taught in 10-week blocks, with students working alongside others of a similar age and ability.

Our regular classes are led by experienced specialist teachers, because we believe excellent training requires more than professional experience alone. Our teachers understand how to structure learning, recognise individual needs and ensure that every student is challenged appropriately and continues to progress.

Alongside their regular training, students work with guest tutors and industry professionals from theatre, television and film, bringing current professional experience into the studio through workshops and masterclasses.



This combination of consistent, high-quality teaching and direct industry insight gives students both the foundations they need to develop and an understanding of the professional world they may aspire to enter.

Entry to the Young Performers Programme is by audition, helping us make sure the programme is right for each student and that they are placed in a group where they can thrive.

STAGE ONE — BOOK A WORKSHOP
Come along, meet the team and experience the way we work.

STAGE TWO — PREPARE YOUR AUDITION
We’ll let you know what to prepare and give you everything you need before your audition.

STAGE THREE — SHARE YOUR WORK WITH US
Come in and perform your prepared material. We’re looking for potential, commitment and a willingness to learn.

STAGE FOUR — FINGERS CROSSED!
Following the audition, we’ll be in touch to let you know whether we can offer you a place on the programme.

Our Stage & Screen Acting programme provides two hours of specialist actor training each week, developing the different skills required for performing on stage and in front of the camera.

Students explore acting technique, text and scene work, characterisation, improvisation, movement and ensemble work, alongside dedicated screen acting training. Through practical exercises, rehearsal and performance, students develop greater confidence, versatility and understanding of their craft.

Our Musical Theatre Training develops students as confident and versatile performers across acting, singing and dance.

Students work on acting through song, vocal technique, musicality and performance, alongside acting, character and scene work. Dance training incorporates musical theatre, jazz, commercial and contemporary styles, developing technique, movement quality and performance.

Students work towards performances throughout the year, bringing the three disciplines together and learning how to communicate confidently through song, movement and character.