Specialist Workshops
At Performers Theatre Company, part of our vision is to 'give our young people the chance to work with industry professionals through workshops and masterclasses'. We believe it to be hugely important that children, whether they are enrolled at Performers or not, are given experiences that allow them to work with professionals that have differing experiences, ideas and skills from our teachers; it adds further thrill and excitement for our children and widens their horizons.
Performers will aim to offer regular workshops/masterclasses throughout the academic year to all children (enrolled or not).
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To book workshops, click here and scroll down to the appropriate 'camp'.
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
SCREEN ACTING MASTERCLASS
On Saturday 21st October, we welcome industry professional of 40 years, Matthew Bearne to our school where he will conduct a 3 hour screen acting masterclass.
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Matthew Bearne brings 40 years of industry experience. He started out at 14 as a comedian (to get his Equity card), trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, securing IMDB credits for Film, TV, and Voice over.
In his career, he has been flown all over the world to star in commercials for the world's biggest brands.
10 years ago, he set up a Film School because his daughter wanted to do something on a Saturday. It's now award winning. He directs at least three short films a week, as he also runs one of the country's leading showreel companies. A reel he did for a young actor, helped them secure a pivotal role in 'Barbie'.
"I feel very fortunate, with my experience of the entertainment industry. From that little lad in the school play to standing on a set as an actor, at either Pinewood, Leavesdon, or Shepperton and to work in an industry with all its sense of history and the greats that have stood there before you.. to pass on what I've learnt and experienced.. well, it's a privilege."
"My workshop will cover all that you need to know, starting with the script through to hearing 'Cut!' I very much look forward to seeing the students progress in the workshop and to support their journey as they develop their on screen storytelling skills."
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Workshop overview:
Date: Saturday 21st October 2023
Time:
2pm-5pm
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Price: £35 per child
Location: Park Community School, Havant
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Ages: 11-18 years
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Spaces are on a first come first served basis. Spaces are limited.
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ENCANTO WORKSHOP
On Saturday 11th November, our fabulous Georgia Deloise will be facilitating a 1 hour ENCANTO workshop for our younger students. See full details below.
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Workshop overview:
Date: Saturday 11th November 2023
Time:
3:30-4:30pm
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Price: £15 per child
Location: Park Community School, Havant
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Ages: 4-11 years
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Spaces are on a first come first served basis. Spaces are limited.
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The workshop will consist of acting through song and simple choreography to popular songs from the musical.
PAST WORKSHOPS
LES MISERABLES WORKSHOP - Monday 13th February 2023
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We were incredibly lucky to invite West End star Paul Wilkins to Performers on Monday 13th February where he facilitated two 90 minute Les Miserables workshops! What a great experience for our children!
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CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG WORKSHOP - Friday 7th July 2023
We were very lucky to invite the talented Georgia Deloise to Performers on Friday 7th July where she facilitated a 90 minute Chitty Chitty Bang Bang workshop! Georgia had recently starred as Truly Scrumptious at The Kings Theatre, Southsea in April 2023 to over 10,000 people. An amazing experience!
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HEATHERS MASTERCLASS
We were truly blessed to invite Heathers star Jacob Fowler to Performers on Monday 31st July where he facilitated a a 90 minute Heathers workshop! Those in attendance were given the chance to learn a short piece of choreography from Heathers, sing as an ensemble and have an in-depth Q&A, taking advice and guidance from Jacob as well as hearing his incredible stories! A pleasure to have you Jacob - thank you.
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