PROSPECTUS 2 Year Sixth Form 1 Year Gap Year

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CONTENTS

Welcome Note Page 3

Our Courses Page 4 - 6

Meet the Team Page 7 - 8

FAQ Page 9

Facilities Page 10

Success Stories Page 11

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Welcome to Emil Dale Academy,

We are passionate about delivering intensive, triple-threat training under the guidance of specialist teachers with professional experience, who are committed to providing each student with the best possible opportunities to take them into a career in Musical Theatre.

Our focus on diverse, comprehensive training ensures students are challenged in each discipline of acting, singing and dance to push them to be the best performers they can be, and gain an insight into all of the facets of the industry as they train with us.

Students are encouraged to grow into intelligent performers with an aim to make a sustainable living in performing arts. Making choices about their own progression and personal development will prepare students for their careers and working life ahead. Of course, there are no guarantees but by participating in professional training, students will be more prepared for a fulfilling and successful career.

Our home in Hitchin, Hertfordshire offers easy access into London and we are incredibly proud of our purpose built studios and professional theatre, designed to offer students the very best for their training needs.

Our courses focus on Musical Theatre, offering a two year sixth form BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Musical Theatre), a one year intensive Gap Year and a brand new BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre (please see our Black prospectus for more information of this course).

We are proud partners of the University of Bedfordshire (de- gree course) and the Knights Templar School (sixth form).

Please read on to find out more about our courses. We look forward to working with you,

Emil Dale & The Team at Emil Dale Academy

BLACK Prospectus 2018 Formerly GOLD.indd 3 10/23/2018 2:46:25 PM [email protected] [email protected] Page 4 01462 677808 Emil Dale Academy Page 5 01462 677808 Emil Dale Academy WHY CHOOSE EMIL DALE? Emil Dale Academy offers: Variety: Talent Agency: Classes at Emil Dale Academy are designed for Emil Dale Academy is directly linked to Dale Hammond • BA Hons in Musical Theatre, in partnership with triple-threat training in Musical Theatre. Classes Associates Talent Agency. Anyone on the BA Hons the University of Bedfordshire (Degree) (please include Song & Dance* * West End Jazz* Song course is guaranteed agency representation at the see our Gold prospectus for more information Workshop* Acting Technique* Ensemble Singing* end of their three years. of this course). Contemporary* Commercial Dance* Tap Dance* Applications: • BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Career Talks* Cardio & Body Conditioning* Plus All courses are applied to through our website Performing Arts Practice (Musical Theatre), in many more.... (www.emildale.co.uk) - see each course detail for partnership with the Knights Templar School, Baldock (Sixth Form) Streamed Classes/Small Class Sizes: specific things to prepare/ bring. Emil Dale Academy offers streamed dance classes • 1 Year Intensive Gap Year in Musical Theatre in a number of genres (ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary Productions at the Factory Playhouse: and commercial). This allows students to work Every student will participate in at least one production Up to 35 hours every week: alongside people of similar abilities, which is proven to at our very own theatre, The Factory Playhouse, Emil Dale Academy offers up to 35 contact hours produce better results. It also means classes are during their student career at Emil Dale Academy. every week across all courses; these are hours tailored for the level the students can work at, without All of the shows are accompanied by a live West spent in a studio or class room with a teacher, compromising the professional nature of the class. End band (usually anywhere between 5 and 12 across 5 days a week. Students are also split for other disciplines to ensure members), and features automated staging. Emil class-sizes are kept small. This offers a more intimate Dale Academy’s production values are extremely Private 1-to-1 Singing lessons once a week, every week: classroom/ studio environment, where teachers high, supported by professional staff and ensures can really get to know the needs of the individual the student experience is a professional one. All students benefit from private 1-to-1 singing student. lessons every week, with a trained vocal specialist teacher. Equality & Diversity: Facilities: Emil Dale Academy prides itself on inclusivity and Teachers: Emil Dale Academy operates out of two multi-storey not having any barriers to accessing training. We buildings, with purpose built studios that have hold free workshop auditions all over the UK and All teachers are trained experts in their specialist sprung floors, air conditioning and mirrors. The within our our studios, for people to experience the fields, with professional experience working in facilities include an on-site cafe, 11 studios, 7 1-to-1 training offered at Emil Dale Academy and to offer the industry. This may include teachers who have rooms, and a fully-functional 200 seat theatre (The opportunities to everyone to try us and be invited worked in the musical theatre profession as Factory Playhouse). Students have access to computer to audition. Our admissions team work closely with performers in West End, UK Tours, Regional Theatre equipment and library books. students to assist them in seeking financial support and International Tours, or working as professional and addressing any concerns. musicians, or teaching at a professional level. Every teacher has been selected because of their considerable training or experience in their field. “It is very useful to have some experience in vocational Location: Our resident teams and Heads of Department oversee Musical Theatre training before you audition for Based 30 minutes on the train from London Kings the course, ensuring consistency and an opportunity Cross/ St Pancras, Hitchin is easily accessible from professional, higher education to enhance a student’s learning experience; guest all over the UK. Hitchin is also the filming home of hit teachers are then employed to provide real and training courses. A BTEC at Emil Dale TV series Dr Foster. We offer London-calibre training, current industry insight and experience. Academy would enable you to gain without the expense of being in London. this, as well as the skills and confidence required to achieve a Accommodation: place on a Musical Theatre Emil Dale Academy offers help with students seeking accommodation in the local area including “Host programme like Arts Ed”. family” options where students live within a house of flat of someone locally, or finding flat or house shares with other students.

BLACK Prospectus 2018 Formerly GOLD.indd 4 10/23/2018 2:46:25 PM [email protected] [email protected] Page 4 01462 677808 Emil Dale Academy Page 5 01462 677808 Emil Dale Academy COURSES The courses offered at the Emil Dale Academy are FEES Gaining a qualification is not the priority of higher full-time, highly intensive Musical Theatre courses. Do not let funding put you off! Everyone should have education performing arts schools - the audition is They are specifically for those wishing to commit the right to train! the key factor in gaining you a place or in casting to an intensive training programme to fully prepare auditions. The experiences and training that Emil them to further their performance skills. BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Dale Academy offers gives the student applicable Performing Arts Practice (Musical Theatre) and valuable skills to prepare you for auditions for Students should have a genuine ambition to work Government Funded through the Knights Templar both drama colleges and professional work. in the musical theatre industry, and our rigorous School, Baldock programmes will enhance their skills across all +£4,200 per year for Additional Private Sector hours*** FEES disciplines to become true triple-threat performers. Do not let funding put you off! Everyone should have The fees for studying on the BTEC programme are the right to train! Fees for the Intensive Gap subsidised by the government. This covers all of the Masterclasses: Year Course are £5995 for the year. Emil Dale Academy offers regular masterclasses education and support required to complete the with industry professionals, which gives students BTEC programme. Knights Templar School access the government funding on our behalf, and in turn COURSE CONTENT (FOUNDATION COURSES) opportunities to learn current work within the • Specialist audition preparation programme industry of wide varieties styles and genres. check the academic quality of the teaching and work • Private 1-to-1 singing lesson every week Students also receive career talks and Q&A events produced by Emil Dale Academy. which gives insight into different aspects of the • 3 West End Jazz classes industry, including casting directors, swings, agents, ***In addition, Emil Dale Academy offers a range of • 3 Technical Ballet classes additional private sector hours which are designed to directors, producers and more. • 3 Acting classes (including Acting for TV/Screen) enhance a student’s training in Musical Theatre. The additional hours are focused on preparing students • 1 Voice class During the courses, students will also be asked to • 3 Ensemble Singing classes work in our theatres to experience all aspects of for higher education and a career in Musical Theatre. These are associated with an additional £4,200 • Song & Dance class musical theatre life, enhancing knowledge and appreciation of the industry. charge and it is not compulsory for any student to • Song Workshop undertake these in order to complete their BTEC • Audition technique class qualification. We keep fees for all of our courses to a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in • Performance class minimum. All fees include private 1-to-1 singing lessons. Performing Arts Practice (Musical Theatre) • Guest Masterclass TWO YEARS - FULL TIME - FOUNDATION We offer payment plans which spread costs over 10 months. If you have concerns over funding, speak to • Daily Body conditioning/ Cardio classes Students training on our two year vocational sixth one of the team who can advise you on funding. • Business/ Historical Context classes form course will be studying for a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts • Contemporary and/ or commercial classes Practice (Musical Theatre). The BTEC qualification INTENSIVE GAP YEAR IN MUSICAL THEATRE forms only part of the training offered on a ONE YEAR - FULL TIME - FOUNDATION PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES weekly basis, with additional hours of training Traditionally, the phrase “Gap Year” meant a year aimed to prepare students for higher education in the out between school or college. and university. Now Every student will perform in Musical Theatre projects industry. Gap Years are used for life changing experiences, during each year. Sixth form students will have the and are opportunities to learn and develop to en- opportunity to perform in full-scale productions at On completion of two years, students will receive hance a student’s skill set for the next step in their the equivalent of 3 A-Levels in UCAS points (up to training. Gap Years can be taken at any time in our very own Factory Playhouse. Gap Year and second 168 points). BTEC qualifications are valued by someone’s life. year Sixth Form students will participate in an end- universities and colleges, as well as employers and of-year Showcase. professional bodies all over the world. There are plenty of people who decide after school, university or even later in life that they want to train The course is designed to cater for personal, professional BTEC qualifications have helped millions of people professionally; however they recognise that they development but it is important that students are develop the skills they need for a career in their have not have enough or specific enough training chosen industry; these work-related to take them on to a career in musical theatre or to given an opportunity to perform in a professional qualifications offer practical, real-life approach to higher education. The Gap Year course is a one year, environment. learning without sacrificing any of the essential highly intensive course, to get students up to speed subject theory. quickly to be able to audition confidently.

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Full-scale productions at the Factory Playhouse include Academic Enhancement and Student Welfare: professional teams hired to produce sound, lighting, Student welfare is a top priority for Emil Dale Academy. costume and set designs and management. The We have staff members dedicated to ensuring students productions are supported by a full West End band, and include automated staging. are supported both academically and personally during their working week. The Emil Dale Academy Students are expected to attend all rehearsals, and team pride themselves on the “family” atmosphere some may be outside of normal college hours. of the school. With this ethos comes an acute aware- ness of the personal needs of each and every student. Teaching on the course: Staff have been trained in Mental Health First Aid and The courses at Emil Dale Academy boast a faculty of leading industry professionals who have relevant Safeguarding to ensure they are equipped to deal experience in their specialist subjects, as well as with student needs. teaching experience in the UK’s leading training establishments such as Arts Educational Schools, We have an open door policy when it comes to stu- Mountview, GSA, , Urdang and many more. dent welfare, and endeavour to resolve problems and assist in any way possible with the individual needs Our resident teams oversee the courses and are of students in a discreet and confident manner. The supported by additional industry professionals who Open Door policy means students can talk to any offer real and current industry experience, bringing those expectations into the studio. Students learn member of the faculty without fear or prejudice. performance skills, advanced training and are encouraged to learn about the industry to prepare Each week, there are classes timetabled to provide them to make a sustainable living. support and assist with both mental and physical wellbeing. Our personal tutors and welfare support Audition Preparation: team provide support and guidance to students with We audition throughout the year. There are only TWO things to prepare. You will need to learn a disabilities, mental health difficulties and specific monologue of your choice lasting around 1 minute learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyspraxia. and one musical theatre song with sheet music. We recognise that performers are artists first and foremost, and that developing their talent is naturally their primary concern. Emil Dale Academy can offer support with the written components of the course to help with assignments, references and college applications.

Results: Emil Dale Academy is proud that graduates include people who have worked in the West End, TV, Film and internationally. Graduates from foundation courses (1 Year and 2 year courses) have gone on to train at leading musical theatre colleges such as Arts Educational, Mountview, GSA, Laines, Bird, Urdang, as well as choosing to continue their training at Emil Dale Academy.

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All our tutors are trained to degree level and are practicing industry professionals, teaching specialist subjects in their relevant areas. Students will benefit from their expertise, talent and connections.

Emil Dale Sarah Moore Victoria Hammond Principal & Founder Operations Manager & Head of Degree BTEC Course Leader & Head of Scheduling

Training: Arts Educational Schools London MA in Arts Management from the University of Training: London Contemporary School of Dance Sheffield. Qualified Project Manager, production Credits: Opened EDSA (now West End manager at the Factory Playhouse. Credits: BTEC Course leader & Head of Scheduling Excess) in 2009, Dale Hammond Associ- at Emil Dale Academy. Freelance dancer for ates in 2011, Emil Dale Academy in 2014 award winning companies. and The Factory Playhouse in 2015.

Resident Resident Resident

David Bridges Tim Evans Laurie Scarth Deputy Principal Head of Music Head of Dance

Training: Tiffany Theatre College Former Deputy Head of Music at Arts Training: Arts Educational Schools, London Educational Schools London. Tim currently Credits: Kilworth House productions of plays on West End productions of Les Miserables Credits: Tracy - Hairspray (UK Tour); Jenny- Singing in the Rain, My Fair Lady and Me and Matilda. Tim has also been involved with anydots - (London Palladium); Martha & My Girl. UK and International tours with productions of Gone With The Wind, Marguerite, - High School Musical (Hammersmith Apollo & Spirit Productions, New World Productions. , Chicago, Legally Blonde and UK Tour); Jan - Grease (UK Tour); Sister Mary Pantomimes with First Family Entertainment. Love Never Dies as well as the U.K. tours of Patrick - Sister Act (UK Tour) Money Supermarket advert. Legally Blonde and Oliver. He has been musical Resident Resident director for Hayley Westenra since the Resident beginning of 2009

Jason Marc-Williams Jonathan Hunt Miri Gellert Head of Acting Acting Teacher/MT Theory Teacher 1-to-1 Singing Tutor

Training: BA (Hons) Acting at GSA Training: 2014-2015 The University of Exeter PGCE Miri Gellert is a graduate of Cambridge Conservatoire. Secondary English; 2008-2009 Royal Central University where she was a choral scholar. She Credits: Jason has worked extensively School of Speech and Drama MA Music Theatre; trained classically until graduating, whereupon in theatre during the last decade as an 2005-2008 The University of Exeter BA (hons) Drama she went on to the Royal Academy of Music to Actor and Director. 35 Times - Welsh Tour Credits: Philip - Relatively Speaking, Adonia obtain a Postgraduate degree in Musical Theatre - Co-Director ; Yolo - National Theatre Theatre Company; Mark - Opposite Sex, Adonia and the LRAM singing teaching diploma. Miri London - Assistant Director. As an Actor; Bill Theatre Company; Lead Vocalist for Adonia has performed in operas, plays and musicals -Trespass - UK Tour; Demetrius - A Midsummer Theatre Company, P&O Cruises; Duke Orsino - both on tour, in London and abroad for the Resident Night’s Dream - UK Tour Resident Twelfth Night; Elyot Chase - Private Lives; Count Resident past six years. Miri is fully-versed in the ABRSM Skriczevinsky - Flare Path; Gilbert Bodley exams, having obtained Grade 8 Distinction in piano, flute and singing.

Besfort Williams Peter Mitchell Matt Mellor 1-to-1 Singing Tutor Ensemble Singing & MD Ensemble Singing

Training: Guildford School of Acting, Rose Training: Birmingham University Training: Musical Theatre MA Intern, Royal Bruford College; The Impulse Company. Central School of Speech and Drama; First Credits: Singing engagements working Credits: Dick Whittington (London Palladium), Class BMus (Hons) Performance, University of with Gary Barlow, Paloma Faith, Joss Sister Act (UK Tour), 42nd Street (UK Tour), Chichester, 2012-2016 Stone, The Who, Nitin Sawhney, Urban BBC2 The Choir. Conductor & Music Director Credits: Musical Director - Thoroughly Modern Voices. Collective (BAFTAs; The Royal for The Factory Playhouse productions of Millie - The Factory Playhouse; Musical Direction Variety Performance; The BBC Proms; Night at the Musicals, Best of the West End, at the University of Chichester includes - A Man Britain’s Got Talent); London Contemporary Grease, Hairspray, Sweeney Todd & Legally of No Importance; The Pajama Game; Elegies Resident Voices. Resident Blonde. Resident for Angels, Punks & Raging Queens; Jekyll & Hyde; Sweet Charity.

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Beccy Hurrell Tom Veasey Nicole Cato 1-to-1 Singing Tutor 1-to-1 Singing Tutor Ballet Teacher

Training: Royal Holloway College; PGCert Training: Guildford School of Acting. Training: School Professional Practice (Vocal Pedagogy) - Credits: Jesus Christ Superstar, Credits: 2015-2016 Dancer for Royal Caribbean Cardiff Metropolitan University. Emmerdale, Casualty, Les Misérables Concert Productions. 2013-2014 - UK and Credits: Member of AOTOS (Association INTERNATIONAL tour of ’s of Teachers of Singing), BVA (British Voice . 2011-2013, Ballet Girl, Cover Meg Association) and ISM (Incorporated Society Giry Phantom of the Opera West End, Cameron of Musicians). Mackintosh Productions, Ballet girl in the DVD of Phantom of the Opera’s 25th Anniversary at Resident Resident Resident The Royal Albert Hall

Luke Robson Ami Henderson Sonny Ward Ballet Teacher Jazz Teacher Jazz Teacher

Training: New English Contemporary Ballet Training: BA (Hons) Theatre Dance - University Training: Millennium Performing Arts and School; Bird College of the Arts, London () continues to train as a flamenco dancer at the Credits: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers - renowned Escuela de Baile in London. 1st Cover Daniel UK Tour; Jamie Thomson’s Owner of own dance and musical theatre Specialises in Matt Mattox isolation technique. ‘The Nutcracker - Ensemble/Russian, school. Various teaching and professional dance Credits: Dancer/ensemble in Cinderella Panto Sandfield Theatre; Beauty and the Beast credits. and Aladdin Panto both at Lincoln Theatre the Musical - Ensemble, Kuala Lumpur Royal, dancer at Disneyland Paris, ballet Amphitheatre; - Dancer, London dancer for the Scottish Opera National Tour of Resident Palladium Resident Resident Manon, dancer for the Ambition Ball at Emirates Stadium.

Luke Fetherston Nadine Cox Griffin Stevens Audition Technique Teacher 1-to-1 Singing Tutor Acting Teacher

Training: Arts Educational Schools London Credits: Wonder.land - National Theatre; Training: Arts Educational Schools London Credits: Fyedka, Fiddler on the Roof, Everyman - National Theatre; Bare (Claire) Credits: Jersey Boys, Original West End Cast; Chichester Festival Theatre; 1st u/s Ladislav Greenwich Theatre; The Sound of Music (Sister The Split ‘Elliott’; Doctors Mattie ‘Fielding’; Sipos & Arpad Laszlo, She Loves Me, Menier Berthe) Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre; Glue ‘Ian Salter’; Adam and Eva ‘Adam’; Filthy Chocolate Factory; John, Funny Girl, Menier Mamma Mia! (U/S Rosie, Tanya and Donna) Cities ‘Irish Father’ Chocolate Factory/Savoy Theatre; Kieran Novello Theatre; STEPPING OUT (Maxine) Snipe, Wonderland, National Theatre/MIF; Union Theatre; Billy Elliot (Dead Mum U/S) Victor & 1st u/s Clifford Bradshaw, Cabaret, Palace Theatre; WICKED (Shenshen, Madame Resident National Tour. Resident Morrible 1st U/S) Original London Cast; Seven Resident Brides for Seven Brothers (Mrs Bixby)

Amy Ross Cleve September Matt Wesley Musical Theatre Tutor Musical Theatre Tutor Musical Theatre Tutor

Training: Arts Educational Schools London Training: Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts Training: Arts Educational Schools London Credits: Elphaba in UK Tour of Wicked!, Credits: John Laurens/ Philip Hamilton in the Credits: Dance Captain Chicago West End, Dance Captain/ Understudy Elle Woods Original West End Cast of Hamilton (Victoria Dance Captain The Bodyguard International in UK Tour of Legally Blonde, Mamma Palace), Sonny in the Original West End Class Tour, Dance Captain Cabaret UK Tour, From Mia! (Prince of Wales Theatre), Hairspray of In The Heights (Kings Cross Theatre), Jesus Here to Eternity West End, South Pacific UK (Shaftesbury Theatre), Jesus Christ Super- Christ Superstar (Regent’s Park, Open Air Tour, Priscilla Queen of the Desert UK Tour. star (International Tour). Theatre), Tommy Keeler in Annie Get Your Gun Guest Guest (Crucible Theatre). Guest

Want to audition/meet the team? visit: www.emildale.co.uk

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How do I apply to audition for the school? How long after I audition will I find out if I have a place?

Fill in a form at www.emildale.co.uk/eda We audition throughout the year and offer places as we go. Results will be issued between 2 - 4 weeks after your audition. What standard do I need to be to audition? Can I audition again if I don’t get in? We are looking for trainability. This is more important than experience - many people do come to us proficient in one or two disciplines but leave strong in all You will not be able to re-audition for the same academic year entry; you can three. Do not be put off auditioning if you think of yourself as “just a dancer” audition the following academic year again. or “just a singer” - we can ascertain from the audition if we think you have the right motivation and raw talent to be trained in other disciplines. Why should I train at Emil Dale? We stream in ability which means your training is adapted to suit your competency level. • Triple-threat focus - At EDA, we focus on triple-threat, intensive training The audition and interview is a two-way process - if in doubt, come and audition ensuring the course is weighted evenly between the skills of acting, singing - many colleges say they are the best, but you have to find the best college for you. and dance. • Contact hours - Up to 35 hours contact hours per week which means Can I come to see the college before I audition? lessons with a teacher • Teaching Faculty - All tutors are trained and experienced professionals, We recommend you attend an Open Day before auditioning so you can meet the team and ask any questions - you can apply for an Open Day online at teaching specialist subjects in their relevant areas. Students will benefit www.emildale.co.uk/eda It is important you find the college that is right for you from their expertise, talent and connections. - we look forward to showing you round and answering any queries you may have. • Facilities - Emil Dale Studios is located in Hitchin out of a 12,000 square

foot and a 10,000 square foot, purpose built studio complex. With 11 What do I need to prepare to audition? studios, 7 1-to-1 rooms, on-site cafe, changing rooms and seasonal 204 You will need to learn a monologue of your choice lasting approximately 1 minute, seater theatre, sprung floors, mirrors, air conditioning and sound-proofed and a musical theatre song with sheet music. You don’t need to prepare for the 1-to-1 rooms. movement/ dance section of the audition. If you make it to the second round, you will be interviewed by one of the senior faculty - it might be a good idea to have some questions prepared. What are the entry requirements? Remember, many people audition with more experience in one or two disciplines - please do not worry if there are elements you have less experience in - we are For both the sixth form and gap year courses, you must pass the audition in looking for trainability and a determination to succeed. order to gain a place at Emil Dale Academy. For the sixth form course, we recommend students achieve a level 4 or How does the audition work? above in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent). If students do not achieve this, they will have to take GCSE resits with our partner school, The Knights You will participate in a cardio warm up and then a jazz exercise and routine Templar School in Baldock. class (you do not have to prepare anything for this). You will sing your prepared song with a pianist, and perform your monologue. There will be a cut made part-way through the day - if you successfully make the second round you will perform you may be asked to perform your monologue and your song again (but may be asked to do something different) and have an interview.

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Purpose built, multi-storey performance and studio spaces across two buildings on Wilbury Way, Hitchin.

• 11 Studios with air conditioning, mirrors and sprung floors • 7 1-to-1 rooms • Large changing rooms • On-site cafe • Social Study Space • Offices

The Factory Playhouse, Hitchin The Factory Playhouse is a popular destination for locals, with shows always accompanied by a live West End Band, featuring automated revolving staging and professional sound, lighting, set and costume teams. Previous productions have included: West Side Story, Grease, Les Miserables, Hairspray, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Sweeney Todd, Legally Blonde and Night at the Musicals.

www.factoryplayhouse.com

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Jack Churms Rebecca Jones Emily Hammond Bradley Adams Samuel Barrett

Arts Educational Arts Educational Arts Educational Bradley Adams - Arts 3 Schools, London 3 Schools, London 3 Schools, London 3 Educational Schools, Year Degree Course Year Degree Course Year Degree Course Year Degree Course. London 3 Year Degree Course

Emily Britton Cameron Rhodes Holly Wakefield Georgina Onuorah Sam Wilson

Mountview Academy 3 Mountview Academy 3 Mountview Academy 3 Arts Educational Central School of Year Degree Course Year Degree Course Year Degree Course Schools, London 3 Year Speech & Drama 3 Year Degree Course Degree Course

Maren Naevdal Leah-Jane Smith Ashley Woolhead Zaynah Ahmed Chantelle Morgan

Royal Conservatoire Bird College 3 Year Bird College 3 Year Urdang Academy 3 Urdang Academy 3 of Scotland 3 Year Degree Course Degree Course Year Degree Course Year Degree Course Degree Course

Sam Austen Alex Milne Ariane Jellett Charlie Bryant Alfie French

Trinity Laban 3 Year LSMT 1 Year Course 3 Emil Dale Academy 3 Emil Dale Academy 3 Degree Course Year Degree Course Year Degree Course Year Degree Course

Nina Beckwith Anya Bury Bella Allchorne Sophie Hall Izi Maxwell

Emil Dale Academy 3 Emil Dale Academy 3 Emil Dale Academy 3 Emil Dale Academy 3 National Youth Theatre Year Degree Course Year Degree Course Year Degree Course Year Degree Course

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