LTS 1st Stage: Ages 7yrs - 16 yrs.

No audition is necessary

Structure

A natural stepping stone from Mini Theatre School at 7yrs. Pleasure in acting, dancing or singing is often demonstrated initially in the home or at school. No formal training is required to join 1st Stage, just interest and enthusiasm in performing.

What we do

Autumn Term
Drama: Musical Theatre
Dance: Musical Theatre
Singing: Musical Theatre e.g. Annie, The Sound of music, Beauty & the Beast
Showcase in conjunction with Arts Awards: An opportunity for students to prepare and rehearse a performance piece of their own choice either solo, with a partner or as a small group. Reports and certificates are awarded to every performer. Showcase winners with the highest marks will be invited to perform at the annual Variety Show.

Spring Term
Drama: Classical or Contemporary to include titles from GCSE English Literature syllabus. e.g. Shakespeare, Greek mythology, Poetry
Dance: Traditional e.g. Folk, Ballroom, Jive, Latin
Singing: Classical or traditional same era as dance or drama piece

Summer Term
Annual Variety Show & Awards. Matinee & evening performances featuring students from Mini Theatre School, 1st Stage & Centre Stage.

Thames Valley Theatrical Agency (TVTA)

Director: Donna Thomson

Choosing an agent to represent LTS students is an important task. TVTA offers an honest service and works hard for each client to secure audition opportunities. It is important for students and their parents to recognise that emphasis on the learning process at LTS is important because being represented by an agent is no guarantee of work.

Students are selected to audition for TVTA in May/ June each year. LTS students registered with the agency are frequently put forward for auditions and are regularly selected for parts in television, film & TV commercials.

www.thamesvalleytheatricalagency.co.uk