Musical Theatre at Cordes Hall

STAGE 1  AGE 5-7
Starting FASBAT at the age of five is a unique opportunity to begin developing a child’s creative abilities. Classes encourage confidence and growth through drama, movement and singing. Warm up games are a fun way to lose self consciousness and to have fun exploring new creative ideas.

STAGE 2  AGE 8-10
This age group are ready for a bigger challenge. Having found their feet, are ready to embrace more complex ideas which in turn lead to more accomplished performances. Drama games form the basis of the classes and pupils explore different aspects of theatrical production including musicals, plays, and physical theatre.

STAGE 3  AGE 11+
The classes for this age group are designed to explore the journey from childhood to teenage years. Musical theatre, contemporary theatre and Shakespeare all provide insights into the specific challenges facing this period. Pupils are all given the opportunity to devise and perform their own pieces drawing on their life experience. Classes are an opportunity for pupils to let off steam, have fun and develop their skills further in a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.

ADULTS
Why should the children have all the fun! As a FASBAT adult you will be given the opportunity to sing like no-one’s listening, dance like no-one’s watching and act like no-one cares. No experience necessary and all abilities are welcome, the classes comprise of drama warm-ups, singing, movement, improvisation, mime and all aspects of theatrical performance.