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The Stroud Theatre Arts Performance Company is an audition-only programme for young performers aged 8–16 who want to push themselves further, develop their skills and gain more opportunities to perform.

Based at Alec Reed Academy in Northolt, the company brings together committed young performers to develop across singing, dancing and acting, while rehearsing polished performance pieces for competitions, events and external performance opportunities throughout the year.

It's a chance to work as part of a dedicated company, challenge yourself, build confidence and experience even more of what it means to perform.

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DEVELOPING CONFIDENT, VERSATILE PERFORMERS

Performance Company is about taking the skills young performers develop in their regular training and giving them more opportunities to put those skills into practice.

Working across singing, dancing and acting, company members will develop their performance technique, versatility and confidence while learning how to work together as an ensemble.

Training and rehearsals will focus on areas including:

Performance technique • Singing & harmonies • Dance • Acting • Stagecraft • Musicality • Ensemble work • Confidence • Versatility

Students will be encouraged to challenge themselves, try new styles and develop into confident, adaptable performers.

And while we take the training seriously, enjoying the experience matters too. Performance Company is designed to be ambitious, exciting and a brilliant opportunity to perform alongside other young people who love theatre as much as you do.

Children dressed in 1960s style costumes posing on stage in front of a backdrop that reads 'Celebration of the 60s Beatlemania Live in Concert' during a performance.

Taking performance beyond the classroom, with more opportunities to perform, more experiences to learn from and more chances to grow in confidence on stage.

A group of young dancers in purple costumes performing on stage during a street party event called 'Dancing in the Street'.
Stage with a group of performers in pink shirts, and a screen displaying the words 'Motown Icons' in the background, viewed from behind the control room with lighting and audio equipment.
A group of children dressed in school uniforms, with some wearing striped ties and yellow ribbons in their hair, standing on a stage with colorful letters and blocks arranged in the background. One boy is holding a microphone and speaking, while others pose or look at the camera.

TRAINING & PERFORMANCE

Our weekly musical theatre classes and Performance Company have different purposes, but they work hand in hand.

Weekly STA classes provide the essential training young performers need to continually develop their singing, dancing and acting. They build technique, confidence, stagecraft and the foundations of becoming a versatile performer.

Performance Company is an additional opportunity for committed performers to put those skills into practice, working together as a company to rehearse polished pieces and perform at external events, competitions and venues.

A promotional graphic divided into two sections. The left side features a calendar icon and the words "Weekly Classes" with the phrases "Train," "Develop," and "Build Confidence" beneath. The right side includes icons of a microphone, theater masks, and a dancer, with the words "Performance Company" and phrases "Rehearse," "Perform," and "Represent" underneath. The background is black with gold and white text and icons.

Performance Company is designed to complement regular performing arts training, not replace it.

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IS PERFORMANCE COMPANY RIGHT FOR YOU?

Performance Company is designed for young performers aged
8–16 who are excited by the opportunity to perform more and are ready for the commitment that comes with being part of a company.

We're looking for performers who are enthusiastic, committed and willing to challenge themselves.

You don't have to be the finished article. That's rather the point.

What matters is a willingness to learn, work hard, develop and contribute as part of a team.

Entry is by audition or invitation and places are limited.

Information about a children’s activity program for ages 8-16, held on Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at Alec Reed Academy on Bengarth Road, Northolt, with a cost of £12 per week, entry by audition or invitation.
Information about a children’s activity program for ages 8-16, held on Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at Alec Reed Academy on Bengarth Road, Northolt, with a cost of £12 per week, entry by audition or invitation.
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  • Performance Company is for young performers aged 8–16 who want to develop their performance skills and take part in additional performances, competitions and events.

  • No. The STA Performance Company is open to all young performers aged 8–16, and your child does not need to attend our regular weekly classes to apply. Entry is by audition or invitation, giving performers from both within and outside Stroud Theatre Arts the opportunity to join the company, develop their skills and take part in additional performance opportunities.

  • Entry to Performance Company is by audition or invitation, and places are limited. This helps us create a committed company of young performers who are ready to develop and perform together.

GOT QUESTIONS?

  • No, previous professional experience isn’t required. However, Performance Company is designed for young performers who already have some stage experience and are actively training in dance, singing and drama.

    Professional experience is certainly welcomed, and around 50% of our current Performance Company members have already worked professionally, but it isn’t essential. What matters most is that students have a good foundation of training, are confident performing on stage and are ready to take on the additional challenge and opportunities that come with being part of the company.

  • Members will develop across singing, dancing and acting while rehearsing performance pieces for opportunities including competitions, events and performances at external and professional venues.

  • Performance Company meets on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30pm at Alec Reed Academy, Northolt.