SENIOR THEATRE ACADEMY
FOR AGES 14+
SENIOR THEATRE ACADEMY
For ages 14+
Serious training. Real industry experience. Your future starts here.
The Senior Theatre Academy is for young performers aged 14 and above who are ready to be truly challenged — whatever their ambition. Whether you're here because performing arts is your passion, because you're keen to find new friends outside of your school/college setting or because you have your sights set firmly on a professional career, we will meet you exactly where you are and take you further than you imagined.
Our tutors aren't just teachers — they're working West End and TV professionals, actively performing in the industry you want to be part of. The knowledge, experience, and insight they bring into every class simply cannot be replicated anywhere else.
We know the teenage years come with their own pressures — academic stress, social challenges, questions of identity and direction. Our Senior classes are a space where all of that is understood. A place to be yourself, push your boundaries, and thrive — surrounded by people who genuinely get it. We are fully inclusive and neurodivergent-friendly, and every student's journey is shaped around their own individual goals.
Across singing, dance, and drama, Senior students receive:
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High-level performing arts training — vocal technique, movement, and acting at a serious standard
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Audition preparation — for drama school, performing arts college, and professional roles
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Exam and qualification support — including LAMDA preparation across all grades
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Industry insight — from tutors who are actively working in the profession
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Confidence and resilience — skills that serve you on stage and in life
Senior students may also apply for our prestigious Associate Programme — an intensive monthly training course for those serious about a professional future in the arts.
All abilities welcome. Your goals are our goals.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS CLASSES
TEEN COMMERCIAL COMBO
a DYNAMIC DANCE CLASS combining commercial, street JAZZ and
CONTEMPORARY styles
WORTHING
THE FACTORY LIVE
WORTHING BN14 8BX
THURSDAYS 5PM-6PM
£136 per 12 week term / £45 monthly option
A fun, energetic dance class for young performers aged 11+ who love to move, perform, and express themselves!
Our Commercial Combo class combines commercial, street jazz, and contemporary dance styles in an exciting and supportive environment.
Dancers will learn dynamic choreography, build strong technique, improve coordination and musicality, and develop confidence through performance-based training.
Classes encourage creativity, teamwork, and self-expression while helping students grow their stage presence and individual style. With upbeat music and engaging routines, this class is perfect for dancers who want to challenge themselves, make friends, and have fun while developing their skills both in and out of the studio.
TEEN ACTING + LAMDA
WORTHING
THE FACTORY LIVE
WORTHING BN14 8BX
THURSDAYS 6PM-7PM
£192 per 12 week term / £64 monthly option
Space in this class is limited to 10 participants to ensure maximum progress
EXPLORING NEW ACTING TECHNIQUES,
SCRIPT READING, TV & FILM AND LAMDA ACTING
Our Teen Acting + LAMDA class is perfect suitable for performers age 11+ who are looking to build confidence, creativity, and acting skills in a fun and supportive environment.
Students will work towards LAMDA Acting examinations, helping them gain valuable performance experience and progress towards recognised qualifications.
Alongside exam work, classes will explore a range of exciting acting techniques including script reading, character development, improvisation, and performance skills for TV, film, and stage.
This engaging class encourages self-expression, teamwork, and confidence while helping developing actors progress their passion for performing arts.
BOYS combo crew
a high energy boys only class combining commercial, street and
varied performance styles
Our Boys Combo Crew class is a high-energy boys-only dance class designed to build confidence, strength, performance skills, and teamwork in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Taught by our male faculty member James, who has worked extensively as a professional stage dancer, this class offers boys the opportunity to train with someone who understands both the industry and the importance of a comfortable boys-only dynamic.
Combining commercial, street, and performance styles, dancers will learn exciting choreography while developing coordination, musicality, fitness, and self-expression.
The boys-only environment helps students feel more confident to try new skills, build friendships, support one another, and grow in confidence both on and off the stage.
WORTHING
THE FACTORY LIVE
WORTHING BN14 8BX
THURSDAYS 6PM-7PM
£136 per 12 week term / £45 monthly option
Due to the unique nature of this class, our Boys Combo Crew is open to a wider age range, from ages 8 through to teenagers. While we do not typically combine such broad age groups, we believe this creates a positive and supportive environment where younger students are inspired by older role models, and older students are encouraged to develop confidence and leadership skills. Our experienced tutors carefully tailor activities and choreography to ensure every student is appropriately challenged and supported at their individual level.
INTRODUCTORY TAP
FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE BEGINNERS UP TO
2 YEARS EXPERIENCE
Our Intro Tap class is the perfect starting point for dancers who are new to tap or have up to two years of experience.
Led by Anouska, who has professional experience performing in West End productions including Follies and 42nd Street, students will develop strong tap foundations, musicality, coordination, rhythm, and performance skills in a fun and encouraging environment.
This assisted class is designed to support dancers working at slightly different levels, allowing every student to feel challenged, confident, and supported as they progress at their own pace.
WORTHING
THE FACTORY LIVE
WORTHING BN14 8BX
SATURDAYS 9.30AM-10AM
£108 per 12 week term / £36 monthly option
WORTHING
THE FACTORY LIVE
WORTHING BN14 8BX
SATURDAYS 1PM-1.30PM
£122 per 12 week term / £41 monthly option
INTERMEDIATE TAP
FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE CONFIDENT TAPPERS OR HAVE 2+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
Our Intermediate Tap class is designed for confident tappers and students with two plus years of experience, who are ready to further develop their technique, speed, rhythm, and performance quality.
Led by Anouska, who has professional experience performing in West End productions including Follies and 42nd Street, dancers will work on more challenging combinations, musicality, precision, and style in a supportive and energetic environment.
This assisted class allows students of slightly varying levels to progress confidently, with expert guidance ensuring every dancer is appropriately challenged and encouraged to reach their full potential.
WORTHING & HORSHAM
THE FACTORY LIVE BOHUNT SCHOOL
WORTHING BN14 8BX HORSHAM rh12 6ap
Sundays 10aM-2PM
£660 per year / £55 monthly option
Course now closed.
Applications for our 2026/27 programme will open in September 2026.
FOR STUDENTS choosing to progress their skills to an elite level
Our Associate Programme is a specialised advanced training pathway exclusively available to Inters & Seniors students already enrolled in our weekly Theatre Academy classes.
Designed to support and accelerate the development of our most dedicated performers, the programme offers a more tailored and industry-focused training experience, helping students prepare for auditions for higher education performing arts courses, professional training programmes, and the performing arts industry.
Associates attend one intensive Sunday session per month, consisting of four-hour masterclasses led by some of the industry’s most respected professionals.
Training extends beyond performance skills alone, focusing on elite-level technical development in voice, audition technique, self-taping, professional practice, and industry preparation. Students gain invaluable insight into working with West End directors, choreographers, producers, voice coaches, and agents, alongside developing the confidence, discipline, and professionalism expected within the industry.
Entry into the Associate Programme is via audition only and includes both a written application and self-tape submission. Successful students are expected to commit to all monthly sessions for a minimum of one year to ensure consistent progression and professional development.
Associate students also benefit from exclusive performance opportunities throughout the year. This year, our Associates will perform at one of London’s most iconic West End theatres as part of the prestigious Young Future Stars Showcase.