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Dance & Drama Watch
Whether your child dreams of West End fame or simply wants a little drama in their lives, there’s a class out there for them! Here’s a round up of the latest news from your local theatre schools to help you choose the perfect one for your little star.
Enjoy a lifelong love of dance with Pat Steel School of Dance
One of the county’s longest established dance schools has started this new academic year with a 
bang! Their ethos has always been to nurture and encourage children to achieve their potential whilst fostering a love of dance. Girls and boys start at age 3 and most stay until they leave for college, making lifelong friends along their journey. Go for a trial lesson and experience the atmosphere for yourself! Children’s classes in ballet, tap, street, contemporary, acro and modern dance take place during the week at various venues including BCA Maidenhead and Magnet Leisure Centre. T: 01494 673919 W: www.patsteelschoolofdance.co.uk
Let your child showcase their talents with the Dani Harmer Academy
The Dani Harmer Academy is for children and young adults who want to develop their skills in performing arts, or simply want to gain confidence and life skills. The Academy offers a safe, friendly environment delivering drama classes and singing lessons through to dance workshops and more. Split into age groups, students can enjoy sessions on Saturdays at Edgbarrow School, Crowthorne during term time. Their students have many opportunities to perform including local events, tv, film and theatre and they are holding their next Summer Show on July 8th 2018 at Camberley Civic Theatre where every student gets to show off their skills! They also offer a Free Taster Day and Pay as You Go. W: www.daniharmeracademy.com
Stagecoach offers taster sessions for young performers in the new year
The Performing Arts are so much more than singing, dancing and acting. At Stagecoach, they help children develop Creative Courage for Life and unlock your child's potential. They help to enhance life skills such as confidence, teamwork, coordination and communication through fun and engaging classes. Stagecoach offers a two-week ‘taster’ giving your child the opportunity to try their classes, meet other local children and start making new friends, whilst channelling energy through creativity and expression. They offer weekly classes in singing, dancing and acting during term time for 4 to 18 year olds and you can sign your child up for a two-week trial in their Spring Term which starts in February 2018. W: www.stagecoach.co.uk
More Choice for Little Dancers this Christmas
This Christmas, there are three Dancia stores to choose from to treat your little dancers and gymnasts. As well as branches in Caversham and Crowthorne, there is now a fabulous new store in the beautiful village of Datchet - the perfect location if you live in the Maidenhead, Windsor or Slough area. Visit Dancia stores for special presents such as toddler tutus, gymnastics leotards, Pineapple dancewear, ballet bags and accessories. Of course, they have all the basics too, and Dancia’s friendly, highly trained staff will be happy to advise you on ballet shoe fitting and uniform requirements for local dance schools. W: www.dancia.co.uk
Your chance to perform at the Olympic Stadium!
Steppin Out is taking over the town! A brand new theatre school for children aged 3½ -18 recently
opened in Wargrave and has been met with great enthusiasm! Together with branches in Wokingham and Woodley, Steppin Out is going from strength to strength. Over the past two years students have performed in Disneyland Paris, Formula 1 race day, Wembley Stadium and next year is no exception. On the 19th November, auditions will be held in Wokingham from 11am-1pm for the chance to perform at The Olympic Stadium in London at the Saracens vs Harlequins rugby match. And that’s not all - lucky performers will also be on stage with a popstar! To audition or apply for a FREE taster, get in touch with Shelley. T: 07970 034488 E: shelley@steppinoutstars.co.uk