ArtsEd

✨ ArtsEd’s BA Acting Course offers exceptional training for aspiring actors, providing a dynamic and supportive environment to explore your craft and build the skills needed for a thriving career on stage and screen.⁠
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Find out more about our BA Acting course on our website.⁠
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Apply for 2025 entry via our website!⁠

https://artsed.co.uk/course/undergraduate/undergraduate-acting/

Remembering ArtsEd Alumnus Chris Hornby
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December 2024 marked the 10-year anniversary since the sudden passing of Chris Hornby, a beloved performer, director, and advocate for young talent. ⁠
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Chris left an incredible legacy through the Chris Hornby Bursary, which has transformed the lives of ArtsEd students facing financial hardship.⁠
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From West End stars to rising performers, the bursary provides vital support, mentorship, and a lasting connection to Chris’s passion for the arts.
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To read more about Chris’s remarkable impact and how his memory continues to inspire, visit the link: https://artsed.co.uk/news/remembering-artsed-alumnus-chris-hornby/⁠
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If you’d like to help keep his legacy alive, please consider making a donation today. Every gift makes a difference.

🎼 CERTHE MUSICAL THEATRE 🎼

ArtsEd’s CertHe Musical Theatre Course, develops your skill and confidence in all three of the essential disciplines required for this demanding training and is excellent for progression into a full-time course.

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You can find out even more about our CertHe Musical Theatre Course by visiting our website.

🔗 Apply for 2025 entry via our website!

🎭 CERTHE ACTING 🎭

ArtsEd’s CertHE Acting Course, which offers a student-centred approach to learning with a strong focus on the individual and their formative journey into training and beyond.

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You can find out more about our CertHE Acting course by visiting our website.

🔗 Apply for 2025 entry via our website!

CLOSED FOR WINTER BREAK ❄️⁠

https://artsed.co.uk/news/artsed-winter-break-closure/
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We are officially closed for Winter Break, wishing everyone a relaxing and joyful break. We can't wait to see you all in the new year.⁠
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CLOSED: Wednesday 18 December 2024⁠
REOPEN: Monday 6 January 2025⁠
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Enjoy the break and we'll see you all very soon! 🩵

Recent School Trips 🛄
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Our students have recently embarked on some exciting and insightful trips that have enriched their learning and broadened their horizons. These experiences not only allowed them to explore new places but also to connect classroom lessons with real-world applications. We’re excited to share their experiences!⁠
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🎨 Year 8 visited the Pitzhanger Gallery to see Grayson Perry’s exhibition, The Vanity of Small Differences. Inspired by William Hogarth’s A Rake’s Progress, the work explores society, class, and identity. In Art lessons, students have been crafting papier-mâché vases with illustrations reflecting their identity.⁠
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🎭️ As part of their GCSE Drama course, our Year 11 students had the exciting opportunity to attend Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre. This trip was more than just an evening of entertainment—it was an invaluable learning experience.⁠
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🎞️ Our A-Level Film Studies students recently attended the Aesthetica Short Film Festival in York. This annual trip, is a key part of their course, inspiring their short film projects. Students enjoyed curated short films, masterclasses with industry experts, and VR experiences, while also bonding with peers and exploring York.⁠
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❄️ In preparation for the Year 13 BTEC Winter Festival, our students had the incredible opportunity to attend TheatreCraft, where they explored the vital non-performance roles that bring theatre to life. Engaging with industry professionals, the students gained invaluable insights into behind-the-scenes responsibilities, equipping them with the skills and inspiration to take on the exciting challenge of producing their own show.

LAST NIGHT: Musical Showcase 2024 🎙️

This week our students opened their Musical Showcase 2024, a massive well done to all cast and creatives, what a showcase of talent! ⭐️

Director: Giovanna Ryan
Musical Director(s): Giovanna Ryan, Ian Sutherland, Samuel Xavier Pappon & Thomas Jaermann
Lighting Desinger: Chris Mould
Sound Designer: James Hassett
Additional Staging and Choreography: Ziggie Carter, Marina Climent Casas & Tara Piontecki

Photography: Steve Gregson

We’ve Won! 🎉

ArtsEd is enormously proud and honoured to have been awarded the Excellence in Performing Arts Award at the ISA National Awards 2024!

This incredible accolade celebrates the dedication, innovation, and achievements of our students, teachers, and the entire ArtsEd community.

The ISA judges recognised our unique 'ArtsEd Curriculum' and commitment to nurturing individual talent in an inclusive, supportive environment. 🏆

🔗 Read the full article here: https://artsed.co.uk/news/independent-schools-association-national-awards-winner-2024/

November: Alumni Wrapped ⭐️

Day School & Sixth Form:

- Billie Boullet joins the cast of MAN ON FIRE on Netflix as Poe

School of Acting:

- Alexander Bellinfantie joins the cast of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at the RSC as Moth
- Kashif Ghole joins the cast of SILENT WITNESS on BBC as Porter

School of Musical Theatre:

- Harrison Langham joins the cast of THE BOOK OF MORMON at The Duke of York Theatre as part of the ensemble / Elder Grant. Further alumni in the cast include Avivia Tulley as Nabulungi, Colin Burnicle as Elder McKinley, Josh Barnett as a swing and Charlie Booker as part of the ensemble.

- Olivia Bella joins the cast of HERE & NOW THE STEPS MUSICAL as part of the ensemble. Further alumni in the cast include Markus Sodergren as part of the ensemble and Dan Partridge as Ben.

- Yujin Park, Jacob Ritzema and Ben Culleton join the cast of MARY POPPINS for its UK & Ireland Tour as part of the ensemble. Further alumni in the cast include Nathan Elwick, Ryan Gover and Charlie Waddell all as part of the ensemble.

- Esme Kennedy and Michael Franks join the cast of THE PRODUCERS as part of the ensemble. Further alumni in the cast include Marc Antolin as Leo Bloom and Charis Alexandra, Matt Gillett, Hana Ichijo, Alex Lodge & Josh Kiernan all as part of the ensemble.

- Marley Fenton joins the cast of WICKED the movie as part of the train station chorus. Further alumni in the cast include Courtney Mae Briggs as Melena Thropp, Georgina Onuorah, Summer Strallen & Shem Omari James.

Congratulations to all, we are so very proud.

FIRST LOOK: The Unreturning / Blister 🪖

A big congratulations to the cast, creatives, and crew for bringing our second BA Acting production of the year to life!

The Unreturning / Blister opens tonight, we hope you enjoy!
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🗓️ 26th - 30th November

🎟️ Tickets still available
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🎭 Creative Team 🎨
Director: .wa.me
Set and Costume Designer: Cara Evans
Lighting Designer:
Sound Designer: Amy Tinniswood
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🕺 BTEC Dance 🕺

After an amazing Dance Day on Sunday 17 November, where we met so many aspiring dancers, we’re excited to share more information about our BTEC Dance course.

ArtsEd’s BTEC Dance Course, where creativity meets top-tier training! Our course prepares you for the dynamic world of performing arts. Learn from industry professionals, hone your technique and showcase your talent on stage. Your journey starts here!

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You can find out even more about our BTEC Dance course by visiting:

https://artsed.co.uk/day-school-and-sixth-form/sixth-form/curriculum/

✨ Our History at ArtsEd ✨

From our humble beginnings over 100 years ago, ArtsEd has evolved into one of the UK’s most prestigious performing arts schools. 🎭💃

Founded by educational pioneers, Grace Cone and Olive Ripman, our mission has always been to combine academic excellence with specialised arts training. Their vision lives on, and we’ve become a launchpad for countless stars of stage and screen. 🌟

Swipe through to see a glimpse of our rich legacy and the people who helped shape our story. 📸✨

FIRST LOOK: Into The Woods 🌒

Thrilled to announce the class of 2025’s second musical of the year! Congratulations to all cast, creatives and crew for their work on this gorgeous production.

Into The Woods opens tonight, we hope you enjoy!

🗓️ 12th - 16th November

🎟️ SOLD OUT

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Musical Director:
Choreographer:
Set Designer:
Costume Designer:
Lighting Designer:
Sound Designer: James Hassett
Assistant Director: Freya Griffiths
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🎭✨ BBTA’S 2024 ✨🎭

We are extremely proud to announce that two of our talented ArtsEd alumni have won their respective Black British Theatre Awards!

⭐️ Joshua-Alexander Williams for Best Supporting Male Actor in a Play for his role of Mercutio in Romeo & Juliet

⭐️ Marley Fenton for Best Supporting Male Actor in a Musical for his role of Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz

A huge well done to all of our alumni who were nominated this year including

Sedona Sky
Lucie Lutte
Rhianna-Louise McCaulsky
Ashley Campbell
Monique Jonas

We are so proud of you all!

FIRST LOOK: Spring Awakening 🌷

Excited to announce the class of 2025’s first musical of the year! Congratulations to all cast, creatives and crew for their work on this wonderful production.

Spring Awakening opens tonight, we hope you enjoy!

🗓️ 29th October - 2nd November

🎟️ Limited tickets still available

🎭 Creative Team 🎨
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Musical Director: .glover.music
Choreographer:
Set Designer:
Costume Designer:
Lighting Designer:
Sound Designer: James Hassett
Assistant Director: Mia Grant
Intimacy Director(s):

📸: Pamela Raith