Staffordshire stagecraft workshop with West End star open to all local youngsters

Jan. 26, 2011 - PRLog -- A ’WICKED’ workshop taking place at Stone’s Rooftop Studios on Saturday, 19th February will offer budding stars the chance to hone their skills under the guidance of a top West End star. Ashleigh Grey, whose numerous musical roles have included a spell in ‘Wicked’ at London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre, during which she played the part of Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West on numerous occasions, will lead the workshops that focus mainly on building student’s performance skills.

Ashleigh’s trip to Staffordshire will see her lead two 1.5 hour workshops during the Saturday ‘Pop School & Stage Academy’ (PSSA) sessions; the first session taking place from 12.30pm – 2pm and the second from 2pm-3.30pm. In addition to being open to the PSSA students the workshop is being opened to a limited number of children from outside the school on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Rooftop Studios Principal, Elaine Bird, explains:

“At Rooftop Studios we’re very fortunate to be able to be able to host a number of workshops with stars of the stage and screen throughout the year, thanks to our links with the West End and the fact that the founders and patrons of PSSA are experienced professional performers in their own right.

“We’re delighted that Ashleigh is going to be visiting us and helping pass on her invaluable knowledge and experience to our students, and would like to open this exceptional opportunity to other local budding performers who would like to hone their skills in dance, drama and singing.”

The workshops are open to all aged 8 – 18 and will take place on Saturday, 19th February. Spaces, at £5 per child, are limited and will be allocated strictly by prior booking. Register now to secure your place and for further information – call Elaine on 01785 761233.
For further information on the Staffordshire branch of PSSA and range of other activities available at Rooftop Studios, including the Stagecraft Dance & Drama School, visit http://www.rooftopstudios.co.uk

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About Rooftop Studios:
Located in the historic Staffordshire town of Stone and founded in 1990 by Principal Elaine Bird, Rooftop Studios offers a host of opportunities for young people to develop skills in dance and the performing arts.

With its exceptional teaching standards, specially designed studio space and annual productions Rooftop Studios has developed a reputation for excellence and attracts students from across Staffordshire. Three schools operate at Rooftop Studios; offering students the choice of participating in a broad range of disciplines:

Stagecraft Performing Arts School offers structured, individual age-group sessions from 3yrs to 18yrs in dance and drama and allows students to develop their skills to meet their individual goals; whether to perform, pass Drama (LAMDA - London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art), Ballet (RAD - Royal Academy of Dance) or other dance (BTDA - British Theatre Dance Association) examinations - or simply have fun. Stagecraft’s qualified teachers are among the best in their field and the school has a history of high grades in all dance and drama examinations. Classes include Ballet, Disco, Drama, Hip Hop, Modern, Tap and LAMDA exam classes.

PSSA (Pop School and Stage Academy) Presently the only Midlands branch of this renowned London-based performing arts school, Rooftop Studios PSSA provides youngsters aged 8-18 the opportunity to develop their talents in Dance, Drama and Singing. With a strong focus on performance and developing confidence, classes take place on Saturdays throughout the academic year; the highlight being end of term shows that offer students the chance to shine in front of family and friends.

Little Luvvies Offers children aged 3-5yrs and 6-8yrs to get a head start in the fields of dance, drama and singing – along with the chance to perform in their very own mini annual show!

For more information on all the activities and classes available at Rooftop Studios visit http://www.rooftopstudios.co.uk

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About Rooftop Studios:
Located in the historic Staffordshire town of Stone and founded in 1990 by Principal Elaine Bird, Rooftop Studios offers a host of opportunities for young people to develop skills in dance and the performing arts.

With its exceptional teaching standards, specially designed studio space and annual productions Rooftop Studios has developed a reputation for excellence and attracts students from across Staffordshire.