Just a little reminder that we have no classes this week at Shobnall due to the Bugsy Malone shows.
Our last Sat class before Christmas is on Sat 17th December.
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No Shobnall Classes this Sat
Friday, December 9th, 2011Dates and Times for Bugsy
Friday, December 2nd, 2011Here are those important times and dates for this year’s show! Let us know if you require anymore tickets 
Venue for all shows: The William Allitt School, Sunnyside, Newhall, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0TL
Saturday 10th December (no Shobnall classes this week due to show)
Newhall students arrive at 9:30am in costumes and with a drink.
Audience take their seats from 11:15am. Show starts at 11:30am.
Saturday 10th December
Mickleover students arrive at 2:00pm in costumes and with a drink.
Audience take their seats from 3:45pm. Show starts at 4:00pm.
Sunday 11th December
Viki’s Burton students arrive at 9:30am in costumes and with a drink.
Audience take their seats from 11:15am. Show starts at 11:30am.
Sunday 11th December
Cat’s Burton students arrive at 9:30am in costumes and with a drink.
Audience take their seats from 11:15am. Show starts at 11:30am.
Bugsy Costume List
Monday, November 21st, 2011BUGSY COSTUME LIST
Unless your child has a specific character they will need to wear a shirt/blouse and trousers/skirt/leggings with their hair tied back and shoes to dance in. Please ask if you are unsure. Costumes below are not provided by Theatre Cats unless stated.
Can everyone ensure they wear a base costume underneath if they have a costume change eg – vest top and tights/leggings
If your child is in the Do You Wanna Be A Boxer they will also need some kind of PE kit and trainers/pumps
Bugsy – Smart suit with white shirt, tie and hat.
Blousey – Couple of flowery dresses with a simple hat (Theatre Cats should be able to provide these.)
Tallulah and Tallulah Girls – 2 costume changes with Theatre Cats can provide. Will need accessories eg beads. Stage make up and hairly in girly up do’s.
Fizzy – Flat cap, old tatty shirt and dungarees if possible.
Smolsky and O’Dreary – suits if possible or blazers. Shirt and tie.
Leroy and Cagey Joe– Gym wear, trackie bottoms, trainers and vest.
Fat Sam and Dandy Dan – Smart suit with white shirt, tie and hat. Maybe a crazy shirt and bow tie to add comedy.
Fat Sam’s and Dandy Dan’s gangs – Shirts, ties and trousers/leggings. We can provide hats for these.
Roxy Robinson – Shirt and trousers and tie.
Seymour Scoop – Shirt and trousers-maybe braces.
Oscar de Velt - Shirt and trousers.
Babyface – Shirt and trousers and tie.
Radio Announcer and Reporter - Shirt and trousers-maybe braces.
The following characters will need shirt/trousers/tie plus a change for their character below:
Louella – dress
Singer – dress
Markini and assistant – all in black. Bow tie if possible.
Ventriloquist – all in black. Puppet if possible.
Barman – jeans and plain polo shirt/t-shirt
Paperboy - jeans and plain polo shirt/t-shirt
Waitress – We can provide an apron
Butler/Maid – smart. Maid can use the apron.
Pop Becker - jeans and plain polo shirt/t-shirt
Lena – dress
Violinist – all in black.
If you have any problems finding any of the costumes, please let us know and we will do our best to help.
Thank you.
Theatre Cats Team.
Glee Comes To Burton on Trent!
Monday, November 14th, 2011Sing, Sing, Sing (With a Swing) Glee comes to town
by ROB SMYTH
FANS of TV smash hit Glee are celebrating after Burton looks set to gets its very own Glee Club.
Following on from the success of the E4 series which shows a group of wide ranging students at an American high school singing their way through life, the first ever Burton club is set to begin next month.
The idea is the brainchild of the Theatre Cats stage school and they will be holding two initial classes on Monday, June 13 at the Brewhouse arts centre in Union Street.
The first takes place at 6.30pm to 7.30pm for 10 to 16-year-olds and the second at 7.45pm to 8.45pm for adults aged 17 and above.
Principal Catherine Budworth said: “The idea came about after a number of people were asking for more options in terms of singing.
“Members don’t need to have a really good singing voice, just a desire to make music and have fun.
“People don’t have to sing on their own if they don’t wish. Some of the songs will have solos but these will be given to those who want to sing on their own.
“There will be no auditions as they can intimidate people and we want our Glee choir to be welcoming for everyone.
“In terms of dancing, if people can tap along to the beat with a smile and a wiggle you will be just fine.
“Any moves that we ask you to do will be simple but enjoyable too, so there are no worries there.
“Performing in concerts or competitions isn’t our intention, however, as the choir progresses and becomes more confident then the group all may wish to showcase their talents with an end of year concert or a local school fete.
“These decisions won’t simply be made for the group though — if the choir as a whole prefer not to perform, then we won’t.
“We will be singing pop, jazz, musical theatre, blues and classical — the list is endless.” The first class is free and there is no need to audition.
After the initial lesson, classes will cost £5 and bookings can be made by calling 01283 531635, emailing info@theatrecats.co.uk or at www.theatrecats.co.uk.
Published in the Burton Mail on 13/05/2011
Theatre Trip for Theatre Cats students
Friday, November 4th, 2011Theatre Cats Stage School
9 Thorpe Close, Brizlincote Valley
Burton on Trent
Staffordshire, DE15 9GS
info@theatrecats.co.uk
01283 531635
Dear Parent/Guardian,
A Christmas Carol is being performed at The Brewhouse Arts Centre in Burton on Trent in January 2012 and we would like to offer our students the chance to see some live musical theatre.
The musical opens as carols are being sung and lamps are glowing. Christmas is near and all are awaiting the early close of the Exchange so the holiday can officially start. From bankers to charwomen, all wish each other “A Jolly Good Time,” looking forward to the holiday fun ahead. Later that evening Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by three spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways.
Will Scrooge manage to alter his future in time to enjoy Christmas day?
It’s a great chance for you to join your child and so could be a theatre trip for all the family if you wish. However, for those of you who cannot attend but still wish your child to go along then we have organised for 30 children to meet the Theatre Cats staff at The Brewhouse Arts Centre in Burton on Saturday 21st January 2012 at 2pm for a 2:30pm start. Tickets are £9.00 each. We can only offer 30 supervised places due to limitations with staff. All tickets will be on a first-come-first-served basis. The performance will finish at approximately 4:45pm and parents of the supervised children will be asked to come into the Brewhouse to collect their child/children.
Please note however, that due to the musical being of a scary nature e.g. ghosts, we are only offering supervised places to children aged 10 and over. You can obviously come along as a family with a younger child if you wish.
Please return the slip below asap in an envelope clearly marked with your child’s name and full payment enclosed. Please make cheques payable to ‘Theatre Cats.’ The final deadline for all ticket requests is Saturday 12th November 2011 as tickets are selling quickly.
Kind regards
Catherine Budworth
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Name of Child/Children:…………………………………………….
Yes – I would like a family day out and I would therefore like to order ….. unsupervised tickets to join the Theatre Cats trip. (Children 10 years and over only)
Or – I cannot attend and so my child/children (must be Theatre Cats students) would like to see A Christmas Carol on Saturday 21st January 2012 and I would like …. supervised ticket(s) for them.
I enclose payment of £ .00
Signed:………………………………….. (Parent/Guardian)
Theatre Kittens cancelled this morning 04/11/11
Friday, November 4th, 2011Attention Theatre Kittens Mickleover! Unfortunately there will be no class this morning due to teacher illness. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Back as normal next Friday. If you can pass this msg on to anyone you know who normally attends on a Friday. Thank you.
New Theatre Cats Classes to open in Coalville and Derby
Tuesday, November 1st, 2011Theatre Cats began in Burton on Trent in January 2008. Thanks to our fun, energetic and inspiring drama classes we have gone from strength to strength, and in January 2012 we will be opening two new schools, COALVILLE and DERBY.
The classes are aimed at all children between the ages of 5 and 16. Our goal is to inspire confidence and self-esteem through our classes, which include drama, dance, singing, movement and musical theatre, all delivered by our team of professional teachers and performers.
Your first class is FREE, so you can come along and see how much fun we have without having to pay a penny! Classes are just £7 per session thereafter, and discounts are also available for two or more siblings attending.
If you are interested or have any questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch!
Call Hannah on: 01283 516685
Or register your interest on our Info Request Form
Drama Classes Uttoxeter
Tuesday, August 30th, 2011Drama Classes Uttoxeter
Theatre Cats are expanding and opening in Uttoxeter on Thursday 8th September at Picknalls First School.
If your child would like to try Theatre Cats Uttoxeter for free, simply call 01283 531635
100% Exam pass rate – 3rd year running!
Monday, July 18th, 2011Forty-eight children from the Swadlincote, Burton and Derby areas are celebrating this week after passing their Speech and Drama exams with flying colours!
The children aged between 6-15 from Theatre Cats Stage School which has classes in Burton, Newhall and Derby, took Drama exams run by Trinity College London…and every single student passed for the third year running!
They had to prepare monologues, mimes, recite poetry from memory, discuss their chosen pieces and engage in story-telling to pass the exams. Some even had to write their own pieces and improvise during their exams.
The exam process was purely optional for every student and forty-eight students decided to take the plunge. “The two exam days were a huge success with every single student achieving the required pass-mark,” said Catherine Budworth, Principal of Theatre Cats. “The staff were absolutely thrilled when we heard the news. This is our third year with 100% pass rate and this year 46% of the children gained distinctions – the highest score possible. We look forward to presenting the certificates to the students in September. They have all worked so hard.”
Theatre Cats offers theatre classes for 1-16 year-olds in Staffordshire and Derbyshire along with Glee show choirs for children and adults as well. It currently has 16 classes throughout Derby, Burton and Swadlincote and are hoping to open another 8 classes across Uttoxeter, Ashby and Derby from September 2011. The stage school is also running a Oliver Musical Theatre Summer School for 5-16 year-olds from 15th – 19th August in Littleover, Derby. Call 01283 531635 to book a place. Their Newhall Summer School is already full.
Catherine Budworth continued to say: “We at Theatre Cats pride ourselves on being a friendly and exciting stage school. Our aim is to encourage confidence and self-esteem through the performing arts. Learning through these art forms allows children to explore their creativity and have fun whilst leaving their shyness and worries behind. Our team are dedicated to ensuring that children receive the very best tuition in a fun and safe environment.”
Although several Theatre Cats classes are already full, enrolment is now open for available September classes. More information as well as a coupon for a free taster class, simple complete the Information Request Form.
Trinity Drama Exam Results July 2011
100% Pass Rate
Grade 1 Speech and Drama:
Nell Eaton – Merit
Adam Robinson – Distinction
Oliver Richardson – Distinction
Finlay Reeves – Merit
Bethan Roberts – Pass
Megan Neave – Merit
Harvey Morgan – Merit
Daniel Fisher – Merit
Gabby Rudd – Distinction
Grade 2 Speech and Drama:
Niamh Barry – Distinction
Megan Crilly – Merit
Rachel Margett – Merit
Kerry Foster – Distinction
Ellie Garner – Merit
Abigail Bates – Merit
Louise Cresswell – Merit
Katie Newbold – Distinction
Charlotte Clarke – Merit
Lauren Uncles – Distinction
Harry Leedham – Distinction
Courtney Wright – Distinction
Bethany Gill – Pass
Jodie Holt – Merit
Lauren Thompson – Merit
Stephanie Cunningham – Distinction
Ethan Laffey – Distinction
Rebecca Fisher – Distinction
Alicia Middleton – Distinction
Carlie English – Distinction
Lily Hutt – Distinction
Grade 3 Speech and Drama:
Georgia Leedham – Distinction
Anisa Iqbal – Distinction
Courtney Lees – Merit
James Connor – Pass
Olivia Thompson – Distinction
Victoria Copeman – Merit
Bethany Macey – Pass
Emily Connor – Pass
Grade 4 Speech and Drama:
Charlotte Farthing – Pass
Grade 2 Individual Acting Skills:
Ashley Lamley – Distinction
Grade 3 Individual Acting Skills:
Josh Smith – Distinction
Charlie Heeley-Cregan – Merit
Rochelle Beacham – Merit
Daisy Parker – Merit
Abbie Wilson – Distinction
Daniel Worthington – Distinction
Grade 4 Individual Acting Skills:
Jessica Brassington – Merit
Hannah Emms – Merit
Exam Clinic and Exam Days Info
Friday, July 8th, 2011Hi exam peeps!
The exam clinic is this Sat 9th July at Shobnall Leisure Complex, Burton, DE14 2BB. The appointments have been given to those who have asked for them, however, if your child hasn’t got an appointment then we do have a few left from 3:50pm onwards until 5pm.
As for the exam days (Sat 16th and Sun 17th July) these will be at The Priory Centre, Stretton, Burton, DE13 0HE. Everyone has been given a letter with their time and date on and what they should bring with them. Please remember to arrive 15 minutes before your exam time.
Also note – there are no Theatre Cats classes on Sat 16th July because of the exams. Our last Saturday classes before the summer are on Sat 23rd July where we will distribute dates, invoices, reports and certificates.
