Emil Dale Extend

ABOUT: This carefully designed course is for exceptional young performers who wish to take their performance skills further, with intensive and focused training in acting, singing and dance. This is not a beginners course; it is expected that members already have a strong foundation in one or more of the performance disciplines.

We are looking for members who can demonstrate excellent natural ability and trainability. Members should have a desire to push themselves and be responsible for their own learning.

Extend members should have a genuine ambition to work in the performing arts industry.

This programme provides specialist training centred around the skills required for a successful and sustainable career in musical theatre. This carefully designed course is for exceptional young performers who wish to take their performance skills further, with intensive and focused training in acting, singing and dance. This is not a beginners course; it is expected that members already have a strong foundation in one or more of the performance disciplines.

We are looking for members who can demonstrate excellent natural ability and trainability. Members should have a desire to push themselves and be responsible for their own learning.

Extend members should have a genuine ambition to work in the performing arts industry.

This programme provides specialist training centred around the skills required for a successful and sustainable career in musical theatre.

DAY OF WEEK: Every Thursday evening during term time.

AUDITION: This is an audition only class which also doubles up as a free trial for you.

AGES: 11-19

TAUGHT BY: Emil Dale faculty & resident guest performers from West End Shows, TV, Film & Theatre.

TIME OF WEEKLY CLASS & TRIAL: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

TRIAL SESSION ADDRESS: Emil Dale Academy, 60 Wilbury Way, Hitchin, SG4 0TP

PARKING ADDRESS: Plenty of free on-site places to park. LIME Studios, 10 Hunting Gate, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0TJ

WHY EMIL DALE?: We take singing, as seriously as dancing as seriously as acting. So, if you are serious about all round training seriously consider us.

WHAT DO I NEED TO PREPARE: This will be a workshop style session. Take part in an open dance, acting & singing class. There is nothing to prepare.

AUDITION / SESSION DATE: See 'Application Form' below for next available free trial session.

WHAT DO I WEAR? Please come dressed in clothing and footwear suitable to move in.

FOOD: We are a nut free zone. Please bring plenty of food, snacks and water. There is a tuck shop on site.

TERM DATES: Every Thursday during term time.

COST: The audition trial session us FREE. £28 per session. Termly commitment.

PARENTS: You are not permitted to stay during sessions.

DBS & FIRST AID: Our teachers are DBS checked. There is a member of staff who is first aid trained.


Our Patrons

Kerry Ellis

Kerry Ellis

Kerry Ellis has fast become recognised as the First Lady of West End musicals from her starring roles in London and on Broadway, she has also achieved chart-topping success as a recording artist signed to Universal Decca with her debut album Anthem.


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FREE audition. FREE taster session. Nothing to prepare. Just fill in the form below and turn up

If you have any specific accessibility requirements (such as wheelchair access) or any specific learning needs requirements for your taster day/ audition with us, please email part-time@emildale.co.uk with your requirements and one of the team will contact you to discuss your needs.

Difficulties completing the form? Please call 01462 677 808

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