October Half Term Musical Workshops
23rd-25th Oct 10am-4pm Ages 5-18
Winner of Performing Arts School of the Year 2022 - Prestige Awards
Calling all young talents ages 5-18, get ready for a magical journey of "Good vs. Evil". Inspired by your favourite Disney and musical characters, sing your heart out, act your socks off, and dance like nobody's watching and perform in front of friends and family. Will you be a hero like Simba, or maybe unleash your inner villain like Maleficent?
In a fun, supportive and nurturing environment and with our team of top industry professionals and qualified teachers, you'll make new friends and create memories that will last a lifetime. Book your spot today and let's make this holiday one to remember!
From just £35 per day, book 1, 2 or all 3 days. New students and all abilities welcome!
The Exchange Theatre and Studios, Twickenham, TW1 1BE
PRICES
PRICE per student
3 Days Standard: £130
3 Days Sibling Discount: £105
Or Per Day:
Standard: £50
Sibling Discount: £45
BOOK
Reserve your place with a deposit. The remaining fees will be due 3 days before the classes begin. You must sign-up for the workshops on 25 October to perform. Terms and Conditions apply.
ABOUT
Calling all young stars aged 5-18, it's time to let your talents shine as we embark on a journey of "Good vs. Evil”. Get ready to sing your heart out, act your socks off, and dance like nobody's watching as we prepare to perform your all-time favorite musical theatre numbers. Will you be a hero like Simba, or maybe unleash your inner villain like Ursula?
But here's the twist: we'll also be delving into the world of misunderstood villains. Ever wondered what makes characters like Elsa or the conflicted Maleficent tick? We'll explore the depths of complex characterisations, allowing you to create full acting performances that breathe life into these fascinating roles.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
ACTING
In our acting workshops, children will learn the secrets of character development, stage presence, and the art of storytelling. We believe that every child possesses a unique flair, and our instructors will nurture and polish their talents, unlocking their potential to shine!
SINGING
Our singing workshops will be a harmonious blend of vocal training and performance techniques, learning your favourite songs from movie musicals. From honing pitch-perfect melodies to conveying emotions through music, our teachers will guide your kids towards discovering the power of their voices and expressing themselves through song!
DANCE
The world of showbiz is incomplete without mesmerising dance moves! Our dance workshops will feature an array routines, from toe-tapping jazz to fun choreography inspired by timeless classics. Whether your child is a twinkle-toed dancer or is a complete beginner, our teacher will ensure they find their inner performer!
HAVE FUN!
At our school holiday camps and clubs, having fun is our top priority! We believe in the power of play, and that's why we kick off each day with exciting drama games that'll have you laughing and learning in no time. But it's not just about the stage – it's about the friendships you'll make along the way. Our supportive environment is a place where kindness reigns, and where we build confidence above all else. Whether you're rehearsing your lines or getting your face painted, you'll feel the warmth of our inclusive community every step of the way. Join us for a week of creativity, camaraderie, and self-discovery like no other!
PERFORM
Perform in front of friends and family in our studios on the final day! Tickets are free and you can invite as many people as you like. You must take part in the workshops on 25 October to perform. Let’s shine bright, Superstars!
WHO CAN JOIN
Ages 5 - 18
We welcome new students and all abilities! There’s always a qualified teacher available to offer additional support and TLC, plus you’ll learn off the top pros in the industry!
You will be in small age and ability appropriate classes. Scroll down for our FAQs.
WHERE
The Exchange Studios TW1 1BE
The classes will take place in our state of the art studios at The Exchange Theatre. We’re really easy to get to! We’re opposite Twickenham station, so there’s lots of public transport options.
AWARDS
We won ‘Performing Arts School of the Year 2022' and are Finalists for 2 National Awards. We’re rated 5 stars on Google and Facebook. We’re a small, independent and local company that cares about the individual child and always puts you first. We can’t wait to see you there!
PREVIOUS HOLIDAY SCHOOLS
See what else we’ve been up to this year!
Dance with the cast of Barbie
Our performance of Frozen
TEACHERS
Make it stand out
WestWay’s mission was to create an accessible and world-class training programme for children. Our team are industry pros, have West End, film & TV credits, have trained at the best performing arts colleges, have specialist training in supporting children with ASC and SEN, are teachers at top professional establishments and have Master’s degrees in Education.
ABOUT WESTWAY
Welcome to WestWay! Recognised as one of the UK’s top drama schools for children, we offer a wide range of activities and exceptional holiday clubs, camps, training and classes in musical theatre, singing, acting and dance for ages 3-18. Our experienced teachers are industry leaders in the arts and education and WestWay was created by a professional warm and friendly team with West End credits, degrees and qualifications in Education and years of teaching experience. We provide accessible, industry-leading training in small classes and ensure a fun, safe environment environment, an energetic environment and a supportive environment where your child will flourish. Our weekly classes and holiday camps requires a lot of physical activity with a wide range of fun projects, skills and activities based in the world of musical theatre. Your child will build confidence, social skills and communication skills and we always lead with kindness at one of the UK’s top musical theatre schools for children. So join us during these school holidays this August! We can’t wait to meet you!
FAQS
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
Scroll up to the ‘BOOK’ section
Select your class age group and times
Pay for your deposit and check-out. She offer a sibling discount and discounts for our current students
You will receive an instant booking confirmation and we will send you a welcome email with lots of info on the workshops closer to the start date
Come to the holiday school!
THE WORKSHOP
What do we need to wear for the classes?
We ask that our WestWayers wear all black for our classes but there is no prescriptive uniform as we want everyone to feel comfortable in what they are wearing. We do have some branded WestWay clothing which you can buy once you have signed-up, but this is not mandatory. We will be dancing so you will need to wear clothes you can move in. Trainers are fine but if you have jazz, character shoes or ballet pumps then even better!
What do I need to bring to the class?
Lunch is not provided so please bring enough food and water to last the day! No nuts please.
Do I need to practise outside of the classes?
Practising is always a great idea to improve and develop your talent further. Plus we will be putting on performances and if you would like to take part you will need to learn the songs and dance routines, which might take a bit of practice. As we have small class sizes, we can adapt to the needs of the individual easily so let us know if there are any issues.
How many children are in the classes?
We pride ourselves on having small classes to give your child the attention they deserve, so we never have more than 18 children per class. And we do this without a premium price tag!
Where are the classes held?
We are in state of the art performance facilities in South-West London. This course is in the studios at The Exchange Twickenham, 75 London Road, TW1 1BE in the borough of Richmond and Twickenham.
What age can my child join?
These workshops are open to children ages 3+