Talented young students from the Stagecoach Performing Arts Barnet, Dulwich, Sidcup, Northwood, Ealing, and Queens Park graced the iconic Her Majesty’s Theatre on the 23rd April 2023.
The schools worked tremendously hard during rehearsals for what made for a spectacular event. As part of the show, the students performed a variety of renditions of world-famous songs and films, which included medleys from Bring It On, & Juliet, La La Land, and Kids of Rock, alongside artists such as Britney Spears, and Nina Simone.
On the night, guests of families and friends alike were able to enjoy a plethora of performances by students from London and all over the country, including Colchester, Evesham, Bristol Central, Woking, Solihull, and Maidenhead.
Stagecoach’s students have graced the iconic venue with a multitude of amazing performances over the years and this is another fantastic milestone for Stagecoach’s spring term. These showcases build on the students’ creativity, courage and skills that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.
Stagecoach Sidcup Principal Lisa Maddocks said:
“It was such a wonderful day on Sunday at Her Majesty’s Theatre. What an honour for our Senior Performance Troupe to open the show with a spectacular performance inspired by the hit musical ‘& Juliet’. They absolutely live for performing and where better than in London’s West End. I am so proud of their dedication, hard work and commitment all year round. Bring on the next show!”
Stagecoach Queens Park Principal Anne Marie McAuley said:
“We had so much fun preparing this wonderful group for the April 23d Her Majesty’s performance, their commitment, focus and integrity has been outstanding throughout and they are all bright shining stars in our eyes. They have brought the team and their parents/friends and audience so much joy. It has been such a pleasure. Go REBEL KIDZ!!!!”
Stagecoach Northwood Principal Madeline Godfrey said:
“It was just so wonderful and joyful to see how excited and proud my students were after their performance on Sunday. They had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed every school’s performance and meeting students from other schools. Their confidence has soared, and they truly used their Creative Courage!! I am an extremely proud Principal”.
A proud Stagecoach Ealing parent said:
“The pieces of music, choreography and costumes were well delivered and insatiable. It was an explosion of moves, sound, and voice, and was certainly something outstanding. Brilliant! Thank you all for doing such a great job and most of all being patient working on it!”
In the 35 years since launching, Stagecoach Performing Arts has seen more than one million students unlock their creative potential, which they will value for their whole lives. Provided with the support and dedication of such an outstanding Principal network, the students learn so much more than how to sing, dance and act. Stagecoach helps them blossom into well-rounded individuals, ready to embrace life and all of its exciting opportunities. Stagecoach Performing Arts is also thrilled to celebrate its 35-year anniversary this year.
The value of performing arts training extends far beyond the opportunities for professional performance features. Recent Stagecoach survey research highlighted the incredible positive impacts the arts have on children’s happiness and creativity, with 85% of children citing singing and dancing with their peers as a major contributing factor to their happiness. Almost half (41%) of the nation’s parents are concerned that their children are less happy growing up than their generation had been. Encouraging participation in the arts will have undeniable benefits for the wellbeing of both children and parents.
With a network of over 55,000 students and more than 3000 extra-curricular Performing Arts Schools worldwide, Stagecoach aims to make a difference in its students’ lives by teaching Creative Courage for Life and many children have gone on to study and work in Performing Arts from blockbuster films to countless roles in local theatre productions. Early Stages classes are available for children aged four to six and Main Stages classes take place for six to 18-year-olds every weekend during term time.
