The BRIT School

28/09/2026

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Colin Woolway, founder of the Drumsense teaching programme and a much-loved member of the BRIT community.

Colin had been playing and teaching drums professionally since 1976, with an extraordinary career spanning theatre, jazz, cabaret, variety, stadium tours and eight years with Suzi Quatro. He was also the author of the Drumsense books and DVDs and wrote a monthly column for Rhythm magazine for more than 20 years.

For many years, Colin shared his knowledge, passion and experience with our students at BRIT, inspiring generations of young drummers, helping them to develop their craft and find their own musical voice.

Thank you, Colin, for everything you gave to our students and the wider music community. Your passion, knowledge and generosity will be remembered by so many.

Our thoughts are with Colin’s family, friends, colleagues and all those who had the privilege of learning from him.

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06/08/2026

🚀 What could your future look like? Find out at our Open Events - bookings are now live! 📣 🎟️

Are you already making music, performing, designing or creating? Or you're just starting to discover what you’re interested in? Our Open Events are the perfect chance to see where The BRIT School could take you ✨

✅ Discover the world-class creative training & academic curriculum you'll study for FREE

✅ Meet students and staff

✅ Explore our industry standard facilities

✅ Learn about the careers you can enter with the skills,
qualifications and industry connections you'll build here

📅 Post-16 Open Event: Tuesday 29 September, 2 - 7:30pm

📅 Key Stage 4 Open Event: Thursday 15 October, 2 - 7:30pm

Applications for our courses open on 1st September. Until then, book your Open Event place via the link in our bio 🔗

See you there!

Booking opens soon. Check out www.brit.school for more information on The BRIT School, the UK’s leading free performing and creative arts school.

08/07/2026

Take a quick survey to help shape the future of our campus https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5VM95XF

The BRIT School is imagining what's next for our campus - whether you're a student, member of staff, parent, alumnus or part of our wider BRIT community, we want you to help shape it.

We're working with designers, architects and specialists to explore how our campus can better support everything we do - from learning and rehearsing to performing, collaborating and taking a break.

💭📣 Share your thoughts with us in our anonymous survey by clicking the link in our bio.

Thanks in advance, and stay tuned for updates on how your ideas will shape our future!

06/07/2026

🎬 Ahead of Moana arriving in cinemas on 10th July, director Thomas Kail joined students for a special Q&A. From bringing Hamilton and In the Heights to the stage to directing for the big screen, Thomas shared insights into his creative journey, the making of Moana, and the values that have shaped his career along the way.

Hearing directly from world-class creatives helps our students see what’s possible, while giving them the insight, confidence and inspiration to forge their own creative paths.

A huge thank you to Walt Disney Studios UK for making it happen💙

08/06/2026

It’s the glorious term 5 of BRIT Reach, Stuart would love to hear from anyone who’s ever worked with anyone thats done any work with St Christophers at the BRIT school. Please do get in touch - [email protected]

05/06/2026

Bring the whole family to the Whitgift Centre next week for a FREE family friendly Musical Theatre singalong and at 5:45 PM meet the team and get insider tips for your BRIT School application 🎶🎭

Thursday 11th June
Performances: 4pm & 5pm
Meet & Greet: 5.45pm
📍 Whitgift Square, Whitgift Centre
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

This FREE family-friendly event is proudly presented in partnership with Centrale & Whitgift




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07/05/2026

We’re looking for a Teacher of Set Design to join The BRIT School.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and inspiring educator to help shape the next generation of theatre makers, designers and creative professionals in our Production Arts department.

You’ll teach students across model box construction, technical drawing, scenic painting, scenic design and CAD, supporting them from first ideas through to realised productions.

For candidates with relevant experience, there may also be an opportunity to be considered for an Assistant Director role in Production Arts.

Full time, permanent
Closing date: 1 June 2026

Apply here: https://www.brit.school/vacancies

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02/04/2026

Last Saturday 28th March we launched a powerful new pilot programme called Connect To Inspire which aims to find, train and elevate the next generation of diverse dance talent in and around Croydon.

This pilot programme is a new collaboration between The BRIT School, BRIT Kids, Rambert Company, Rambert School, Rambert Grades and the Croydon Schools’ Dance Association, working together to strengthen dance pathways and create meaningful progression routes for the next generation.

At The BRIT School, we believe talent should never be limited by access, and Connect To Inspire reflects our commitment to creativity, community and industry standard training.

Rambert School graduates Luke Buckley and Jemima Sparrow have spent the last two months delivering 15 workshops in Croydon School. The workshops have introduced the Rambert Grades programme which will be delivered through Connect To Inspire to over 400 young people across Croydon. On Saturday, 30 young talented dancers attended Connect To Inspire’s official Launch Event, where they; connected with one another, had a tour of The BRIT School facilities and learned more about this exciting new venture.

This initiative places access, inclusion and opportunity at its heart, offering high quality dance training for young people across Croydon. We are grateful to Croydon Schools Dance Association, Rambert Grades and Rambert School for funding this project.

📷 Nicole Guarino and

02/04/2026

We were thrilled to welcome back Rrahiim Raphael, now a WME agent, who shared how he uplifts artists, helping them build their visual identity and cultural relevance through sponsorships, fashion campaigns and global brand partnerships.

He encouraged students to connect with their peers, emphasising the power of the community within the creative industries and on the global stage.



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26/03/2026

4 awards tonight means our alumni have now won 23 MOBO Awards

Winners:
Olivia Dean
Best Female Act
Song of the Year
Album of the Year

RAYE
Video of the Year

Olivia Dean was presented her Album of the Year award by last year’s winner and artist