WIN A SCHOLARSHIP!
We’re offering multiple scholarships worth up to £372 for young performers to join WestWay for Autumn Term 2026, with runners-up also eligible for discounts of up to 50%.
WestWay is a Multi-Award-winning Performing Arts School for Children Ages 3+
Scholarships available
Musical Theatre
Acting for Stage & Screen
Street Dance
Locations: Clapham Common, SW4
Earlsfield & Southfields, SW18
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
All abilities are welcome — and no previous training is needed.
We’re looking for children with natural talent, passion, potential and a love of performing, but being a WestWay Superstar is about more than what happens on stage.
We’re also looking for young people who are kind, hardworking and considerate and will be a wonderful part of our WestWay community.
HOW TO APPLY
1. Complete our Scholarship Application Form.
2. Submit a self-tape audition by 31 August 2026 via WhatsApp 07449500530.
3. Finalists will then be invited to a relaxed online Zoom interview and chat with our Founder or a WestWay Principal. Parents are very welcome to join.
Scholarship value is based on the Autumn Term 2026 class fee, up to a maximum value of £372. Terms and conditions apply. New students only.
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Get ready to shine, superstar!
We are SO excited you're auditioning for our school. This is your time to sparkle and show us your amazing stage presence, all from the comfort of your own home!
Follow the steps below carefully to make sure your audition is a smash hit!
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🎭 Musical Theatre Scholarship
Please submit two videos:
1. Singing 🎤
Submit a video of you singing a song of your choice. We want to see you performing the song as well as singing it, so think about character, expression and telling the story!2. Acting OR Dance 🎬💃
For your second video, choose whichever best shows off your strengths:Acting: Perform a scene or monologue of your choice.
Dance: Perform a dance of your choice, in any style.
Your audition pieces can be something you already know and love or something you've learnt especially for your audition.
You don't need professional equipment or a professionally filmed self-tape. A clear video filmed on a phone or tablet is absolutely fine — we're interested in seeing you and what you can do!
Spend time practising your script and song!
Say them out loud, sing them in front of a mirror, and most importantly—have fun with it!
You don’t have to be perfect or know all the lines. We want to see your personality and character come through!
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Please submit 1 video:
Acting 🎭
Perform a scene or monologue of your choice.Your audition piece can be something you already know and love or something you’ve learnt especially for your audition.
You don’t need professional equipment or a professionally filmed self-tape. A clear video filmed on a phone or tablet is absolutely fine. We want to see your natural talent, potential and personality!
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Please submit 1 video:
Perform a dance of your choice. This can be a routine you already know or something you’ve learnt especially for your audition.
A Few Tips
Your audition doesn’t need to be professionally filmed — a clear video recorded on a phone or tablet is absolutely fine.
Choose pieces that you enjoy performing and that show us what you can do. Most importantly, let your personality shine through!
All abilities are welcome and no previous training is required.
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Once you’ve chosen your audition pieces, and practised, it’s time to film!
🎬 Film Your Audition
Here’s how to make it look fantastic:
✅ Film in landscape (that means your phone or camera should be sideways)
✅ Use a plain background if you can—like a wall or curtain
✅ Make sure your head and shoulders are clearly visible for acting and singing. Make sure your whole body is visible for dance.
✅ Ask a grown-up, sibling, or friend to read any other lines off-camera so you can respond to them
✅ Remember to react and listen, not just say your lines!🎤 Add a Little “Ident”
This just means saying who you are at the start of your video.
🎙️ Example:“Hi, my name is Amy and I’m auditioning for Musical Theatre!”
It’s a lovely way to introduce yourself with a smile 😊
📁 Separate Videos Please!
If you're auditioning for more than one course, please send a separate video for each one.
That helps us stay super organised and makes sure we see all your brilliant work!👋 Make it clear who you are and what you’re auditing for in the accompanying message. Don’t forget to include your full name in the message so we can find your audition easily.
Example: “Max Taylor’s audition Musical Theatre”
TOP TIPS for a Superstar Self-Tape:
🌟 Make sure the room is quiet—turn off the TV and ask people to shhh!
🌟 Use good lighting—stand near a window or lamp so we can see your lovely face
🌟 Speak clearly and don’t rush
🌟 Be yourself and have fun—your personality is the best part!
🌟 Check the video before you send it—make sure you're happy with it!🌟 Remember, the WestWay team is supporting you every step of the way! We can’t wait to see you shine
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Send your video to our WhatsApp: 07449500530
📁 Separate Videos Please!
If you're auditioning for more than one course, please send a separate video for each one.
That helps us stay super organised and makes sure we see all your brilliant work!👋 Make it clear who you are and what you’re auditing for in the accompanying message. Don’t forget to include your full name in the message so we can find your audition easily.
Example: “Max Taylor’s audition Musical Theatre”
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Southfields: Find out more here: https://www.westwayperformingarts.co.uk/all-classes-sw18
Clapham Common: Find out more here: https://www.westwayperformingarts.co.uk/all-classes-sw4
Terms & Conditions
By submitting an application for a WestWay Autumn 2026 Scholarship, the applicant and their parent/guardian agree to the following Terms & Conditions.
1. Eligibility
The scholarship competition is open to new WestWay students only.
For the purposes of this competition, a new student is someone who:
has not previously attended WestWay School of Performing Arts; and
has not already made a booking for a WestWay class or trial, including a booking for the September–December 2026 term.
Applicants must also meet the age requirements of the class for which they are applying.
2. Parent/Guardian Consent
Applicants under the age of 18 must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to enter. By submitting an application, the parent/guardian confirms that they consent to the child's participation in the scholarship application and selection process.
3. No Purchase Necessary
There is no fee to apply for a WestWay Scholarship and no purchase is necessary to enter.
4. How to Apply
Applicants must:
complete the WestWay Scholarship Application Form; and
submit the required self-tape audition video(s) for their chosen discipline.
All application materials must be received by 11:59pm (UK time) on 31 August 2026.
Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.
5. Audition Requirements
Applicants should follow the published audition requirements for their chosen scholarship:
Musical Theatre: Two videos – one singing performance and either one acting or one dance performance.
Acting for Stage & Screen: One acting scene or monologue.
Street Dance: One dance performance.
Professional filming or previous performing arts training is not required.
6. Selection Criteria
All abilities are welcome.
Scholarships will be awarded based on WestWay's assessment of factors including an applicant's natural talent, passion, potential, performance and love of performing, as well as the qualities we look for in a WestWay Superstar, including being kind, hardworking and considerate.
Previous training or professional experience is not required, and scholarships will not necessarily be awarded to the most technically experienced applicants.
Decisions will be made by the WestWay judging team and are final.
7. Finalists
Shortlisted applicants may be invited to a relaxed online Zoom interview with WestWay's Founder or a WestWay Principal. A parent or guardian is very welcome to attend.
8. Notification
Finalists and successful applicants will be contacted within 72 hours of the relevant selection decision via WhatsApp and/or email, using the contact details provided on their application.
Applicants and their parent/guardian are responsible for ensuring that the contact information supplied is accurate and that they are able to receive communications from WestWay.
9. Scholarship Awards
Multiple scholarship places are available. WestWay reserves the right to determine the number of scholarships awarded based on the applications received.
The scholarship covers the standard Autumn Term 2026 fee for the specific class awarded, up to a maximum value of £372.
If the fee for the awarded class is less than £372, the difference will not be paid in cash, refunded, carried forward or provided as credit.
Current class fees and term dates can be found on WestWay's main booking pages.
10. Runner-Up Discounts
Selected runners-up may be offered a discount of up to 50% towards an eligible WestWay class for the September–December 2026 term.
The number of runner-up places and the value of individual discounts offered are at WestWay's discretion.
11. Class & Place Availability
All scholarship and runner-up places are subject to availability within an appropriate class and age group.
An award applies only to the specific class, location and term stated in the scholarship offer. WestWay cannot guarantee that a scholarship can be transferred to another class, day, time or location.
12. Scholarship Period
Scholarships and runner-up discounts are valid for the September–December 2026 Autumn Term only.
They do not guarantee a scholarship, discount or class place for any subsequent WestWay term.
13. Accepting a Scholarship
Successful applicants will be provided with instructions and a deadline for accepting their place.
If an applicant does not accept their scholarship or runner-up offer within the timeframe provided, WestWay reserves the right to withdraw the offer and award it to another applicant.
14. Non-Transferable & No Cash Alternative
Scholarships and runner-up discounts are non-transferable and non-exchangeable.
They cannot be exchanged for alternative dates, cash, refunds, credit or any other WestWay product or service.
15. Attendance & Conduct
Scholarship recipients are expected to attend their classes regularly and demonstrate the kindness, consideration, commitment and hardworking attitude expected of all WestWay students.
All scholarship students remain subject to WestWay's usual policies, procedures and expectations throughout the term.
16. Self-Tapes, Privacy & Data Protection
Self-tape auditions and information submitted as part of the application process will be used for the purposes of administering and assessing the scholarship competition and will be handled in accordance with WestWay's applicable privacy and data-protection arrangements.
Submission of an audition does not automatically grant WestWay permission to publish or use a child's audition video for promotional or marketing purposes. Any such use would require appropriate separate consent.
17. General WestWay Terms & Conditions
By applying for and/or accepting a scholarship or runner-up place, applicants and their parent/guardian agree to WestWay School of Performing Arts' General Terms & Conditions, available here: https://www.westwayperformingarts.co.uk/general
These terms apply in addition to the specific Scholarship Competition Terms & Conditions set out on this page.
18. Changes or Cancellation
WestWay reserves the right to amend, suspend or cancel the scholarship competition where reasonably necessary, including due to circumstances outside WestWay's reasonable control.
Where possible, applicants affected by any significant change will be notified.
19. Promoter
The promoter of this scholarship competition is WestWay School of Performing Arts Ltd.
Class dates, times, locations and term fees (which determine the value of each scholarship) can be found on our main class booking pages. We recommend reviewing these before applying to ensure you are able to attend the class should you be offered a scholarship. By submitting an application, the applicant and their parent/guardian confirm that they have read, understood and agree to these Terms & Conditions.
ABOUT WESTWAY
Performing Arts Classes for Children & Teenagers in London
WestWay School of Performing Arts is an award-winning performing arts school for children and young people aged 3–18, offering high-quality musical theatre, acting, singing and dance classes in London. WestWay provides weekly performing arts training in Twickenham, Clapham Common and Southfields and Earlsfield, welcoming children and teenagers of all abilities from across South West London.
WestWay's classes include Musical Theatre, Acting for Stage & Screen, Street & Commercial Dance, singing, acting and dance. Classes are designed to develop performance skills, creativity and confidence while giving young performers opportunities to put their training into practice. Alongside weekly children's performing arts classes, students can take part in fully staged musicals, showcases, West End performances and other professional performance experiences.
Families looking for musical theatre classes in Twickenham, children's acting classes in Clapham Common, performing arts classes in Southfields, street dance classes or theatre training for children and teenagers in South West London can choose from classes for beginners through to more experienced young performers. WestWay also runs performing arts holiday schools and Musical in a Week courses, where children rehearse and perform a complete musical during the school holidays.
Established in 2020, WestWay School of Performing Arts has received national recognition, including Drama School of the Year at the SME Greater London Enterprise Awards 2025, a place in The Times Top 10 Education Providers 2025, recognition in The Guardian Best of Music & Culture 2024, and a Club Hub Award 2024.
Explore WestWay's performing arts classes for children and teenagers in Twickenham, Clapham Common and Southfields, book a trial, or discover upcoming productions and holiday courses.