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Believing in the potential of every child
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Fun, confidence-building, educational classes in acting, singing and dance.
QUALITY TRAINING ESTABLISHED 1988 600 SCHOOLS NATIONWIDE
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“Massive, super, awesome, humungous congratulations to Stagecoach on your 25th anniversary. I had a great time when I used to go every Saturday.� Tom Fletcher, McBusted
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Welcome... Welcome to Stagecoach, where we offer high quality performing arts training to young people aged four to eighteen years. We strive to realize the potential of every child, stretching their imagination and fuelling their creativity through drama, singing and dance classes. During their time at Stagecoach, students grow in confidence and self-esteem. They develop lifelong skills, helping them to flourish at school, home and in social situations. Our Principals and teachers are friendly, experienced and of course, security checked. Lessons are structured and educational, yet dynamic and fun, and delivered in a safe, secure environment. With hundreds of successful Stagecoach schools around the world, you can rest assured that your child is in good hands.
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Stagecoach Parent “Proud mum alert!! My 6yo has been awarded distinction in her group musical theatre debut exams with @Stagecoach_GBR” Stagecoach Parent “I am so pleased my daughter goes to Stagecoach, she loves it :-)”
“I wouldn’t have a career without... Stagecoach” Jamie Bell, Actor Credits include: Billy Elliot, King Kong, The Adventures of Tintin
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A Trusted Brand We believe that the experience of performing gives children a sense of belonging, wellbeing and confidence. Our students can relax and be themselves in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. They build strong bonds with friends who are there to support them through life’s transitions. Many of the skills we teach at Stagecoach are transferable. Singing and dance classes improve children’s numeracy skills through visualising rhythm and number patterns. In drama classes, students develop leadership and communication skills through learning as part of a team. Our dance classes also make movement fun! Children become stronger and fitter and develop a positive attitude to exercise. We encourage creativity and our students love bouncing ideas off one another and finding imaginative answers. So, as you can see, there’s so much more to Stagecoach than singing, dancing and acting! We believe in the power of imagination & creativity.
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“Keep up the good work and big thanks for kick-starting my career.” Dani Harmer, Actor, Presenter Credits include: Tracy Beaker, Dani’s House
Stagecoach Student Just heard a fellow @Stagecoach_GBR pupil beckoning "WELL I want to get to stagecoach so stop moaning dad and hurry up! WE’RE LATE! :D”
Stagecoach Parent “My son and daughter go to Stagecoach, and absolutely love it, amazing teaching and lots of fun, great way to build your child's confidence!”
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Ages 4 – 6 Young children love to learn new skills through play, so we’ve come up with a fabulous Stagecoach experience especially for four to six year olds. Our Early Stages classes help younger children make friends, have fun and learn the key performance skills required for singing, dancing and acting. No two classes are the same, so one week your child might learn new dance steps and gain an understanding of role play; while the next, they could explore the world of improvisation, rhythm and timing. Our ninety-minute classes are held over three thirty-minute sessions each week during term time, in safe and secure locations across the UK. All our teachers are experienced in working with young children and DBS checked to the highest level. Our small class sizes ensure each and every child receives the attention they deserve.
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Stagecoach Parent “@Stagecoach_GBR Student of the Year!! She loves Stagecoach so much! #proudparents” Stagecoach Parent “I would wholeheartedly recommend Stagecoach to any parent looking for a positive outlet to improve their child's confidence while having fun at the same time.”
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Ages 6 – 18 We delight in seeing our Main Stages students develop their social skills and grow in self-esteem and creative thinking. This gives them a great head start in life! As with our younger children, Main Stages students reap the benefits of being divided by age into small groups. Split into three terms, Stagecoach runs concurrently with the regular school year but with classes taking place outside school hours.
“I will never forget that I started acting at stagecoach.” Jonny Clarke, Actor Credits include: Bart in Hollyoaks
For three hours each week, our students experience a wide variety of performance skills and styles. Lessons are structured so that one term focuses on the skills of singing, dancing and acting; the second term allows students to practise and hone these skills; and the third term sees students gaining performance practice in front of friends and family. It’s testament to our inspirational teachers and school Principals that many students remain at Stagecoach for the full fourteen years.
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@esmebianco (Actor: Ros in Game of Thrones) “@Stagecoach_GBR! Such great memories and experiences attending Stagecoach!”
Stagecoach Student “I can’t express how amazing Stagecoach has been for the 3 years I’ve been there!”
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“Stagecoach was such an amazing platform for me as an actress... It definitely made me more confident and inspired me in every sense to become the actress I am today.” Vanessa Kirby, Actor Credits include: Great Expectations, About Time, Ridley Scott’s Labyrinth
Advanced classes Teenagers can take their performing arts skills to a higher level in our Further Stages classes. Our advanced musical theatre sessions offer talented students the chance to extend their performance skills. Through in-depth training and masterclasses, students hone their skills in singing, dancing and acting. We give them the confidence to audition for theatre and vocational drama schools (if that’s their goal) and ensure they are well prepared for interviews and auditions. Many former Further Stages students have secured places at prestigious musical theatre and drama schools including RADA, Arts Ed, Guildhall, LAMDA, Mountview and Urdang Academy. Main Stages Stagecoach students are invited to attend Further Stages through the recommendation of their Principal. We also welcome new students who have experience in dance, drama and singing.
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What to expect Your child doesn’t need to be a budding star to join Stagecoach. A keen interest in singing, dancing or acting means they will love our classes and experience exciting dance choreography, creative drama and voice training in a variety of singing styles. Students are expected to attend regularly and may be given occasional ‘homework’, such as learning the words to a song or a piece of drama. Main Stages students will receive a free subscription to ‘Young Performer’ magazine and have the chance to take part in events, enter competitions and occasionally perform with the stars. As a parent, you will be kept up to date with your child’s progress. This includes an in-depth report available to you on your very own online Stagecoach account. Our Principals and teachers are always available should you have any matters you wish to discuss, and you’ll be invited to attend your child’s performances to see how they are getting on.
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Holiday Workshops Theatre Arts Workshops take place at many Stagecoach schools during the school holidays. Students build confidence and improve their stage skills while rehearsing for a live performance for family and friends at the end of the week. These workshops are open to all children, whether or not they attend Stagecoach classes.
Standards & Safety Every school is led by its Principal who is responsible for the standard of education, discipline, care and control of the students. Our Principals monitor all aspects of the school, much like a Head Teacher. Classes are delivered by experienced teachers who are professionals in their own field. All Principals and teachers are DBS checked. An independent inspection agency assesses each Stagecoach school annually, focusing on health and safety, quality assurance and teaching standards.
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“I’m absolutely thrilled that so many young people will be able to take part in this very special performance of Cats... Thank you for giving your students the opportunity to perform the show in such a spectacular way.” Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber
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Events Over the years, Stagecoach has given tens of thousands of students the opportunity to perform on a grand scale. Several times a year, Stagecoach hosts a special evening at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London, where students have the chance to shine on a prestigious West End stage. Additionally, Stagecoach schools perform regionally at some of the top theatres across the country. Stagecoach also partners with leading producers to deliver a current and exciting programme of events and content within the school environment.
@MattBakerMD Fabulous day at #birminghamsymphonyhall with @suzidigby and the @Stagecoach_GBR choirs. #keepsinging
Stagecoach Student “Was 2 amazing days. each and everyone should be so proud. 2 days we will never forget.”
Stagecoach students have appeared at many high profile venues and events including: • The Millennium Dome • The Queen’s Golden Jubilee Celebrations, both on a special stage in Trafalgar Square and as the acclaimed “River of Gold” accompanying Her Majesty The Queen down the Mall • The Royal Albert Hall • The Theatre Royal, Drury Lane • The Birmingham Symphony Hall & N.I.A.
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“From booking to the day itself we have had the most stress free party in seven years! Thank you thank you thank you to all involved.” Stagecoach Parties Parent Stagecoach Parties Parent “I just wanted to say what a fantastic party Olivia had on Saturday” Stagecoach Parties Parent “My daughter had her sixth birthday party last weekend... I was very impressed over how quickly the Party Hosts got the children engaged, boys and girls. The most stress-free party we’ve had so far and I’d definitely recommend.”
Parties Our Stagecoach Parties are carefully tailored to suit different age groups, so they are great fun for young children and teenagers alike. From the very start we will work with you to deliver the perfect party for your child. Young children aged four to ten love themed parties, so we dress up as fairies, princesses, pirates and detectives, before taking them on a magical journey and landing them safely back home with lots of amazing memories. Older children aged eleven to sixteen prefer the sophistication of our Murder Mystery parties. We can take care of everything from the party invitations to the party bags, so you only need to think about food. Then sit back and relax while we do all the work! Our Party Hosts are all DBS checked and have bundles of energy and a huge repertoire of fun party games, songs and dances.
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“Stagecoach launched me, through the agency into the world of professional acting and I have been fortunate never to have looked back. � Charlotte Wakefield, Actor Credits include: Sound of Music, An Angel for May, Mamma Mia
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Stagecoach Student “Have been with the Agency for 9 years and they really helped me win my role in the Feature Film, ‘The Holiday’ alongside Jude Law and Cameron Diaz. I filmed out in Hollywood for three months and had so much fun.” Stagecoach Parent “Daisy, has had many amazing opportunities with the Agency. She performed live on stage with Robbie Williams in front of 20,000 people. She hasn’t come off cloud nine yet, and neither have we!”
Stagecoach Agency Our students are a talented bunch, so we set up the Stagecoach Children’s and Young Performers Agency to help them gain experience within the performing arts industry. Today we are proud to say that we have one of Europe’s largest talent agencies, representing young people aged four to eighteen years who attend our Stagecoach Theatre Arts schools across the UK. We work hard to find fun and worthwhile opportunities across all entertainment platforms for Stagecoach students who choose to become members of our agency. No responsible agency can ever guarantee to find work for any actor, adult or child, however, we do enjoy a high degree of success. Stagecoach student achievements have included roles (both major and supporting) in Hollywood films, West End shows, UK film and television productions, radio, commercials, voice-overs and photographic assignments.
Photo: Stagecoach student in The 13th Tale (2013)
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QUALITY TRAINING ESTABLISHED 1988 600 SCHOOLS NATIONWIDE
www.stagecoach.co.uk
STAGECOACH is a registered trade mark of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Ltd. © Stagecoach Theatre Arts Ltd. 2014.