Summer Newsletter 2009

We’re now at the end of term and the promising sizzling summer weather is on the horizon, but first, a recap of the fabulous achievements at Theatre Cats and what’s just around the corner:

Trinity Guildhall Examinations…

45 Theatre Cats students from our Burton, Newhall and Derby classes had their first taste of Trinity Drama exams on Saturday 4^th July. The day was a huge success with a 100% pass rate. We look forward to presenting the certificates to the students in September. Well done to everyone involved!

Change of Burton Venue…

From September 2009 all of our Burton classes will be taking place at Shobnall Leisure Complex due to the refurbishment at The Meadowside Leisure Centre. A map and details will be on the new website.

In October 08 we welcomed Gabi Throssell to the team. She assisted Fiona at Theatre Cats Derby. Gabi has decided that she is going to pursue her dream of becoming a school teacher and so unfortunately is leaving us at the end of this term. We would like to thank her for her dedication and support during her time with us.

Our newest member of the team is Ashleigh Bawden who joined us in May 09. Ashleigh is a trained teacher in Drama and will be teaching from September in Uttoxeter. Her energy is infectious!

When Does Next Term Start?

Mon 7^th Sep – Burton

Tues 8^th Sep – Newhall

Wed 9^th Sep – Derby

Fri 11^th Sep – Uttoxeter

Sat 12^th Sep – Burton

New Look Website for Theatre Cats…

Theatre Cats have just had a new website designed with a new gallery and blog section. Up-to-date news will be posted on the blog, including calendars, ticket information and new class details so you will always be in the know. We also have a testimonials section so we would be very grateful to receive an email with a few words about how your child has progressed. Students – we want to hear from you as well so tell us what you think and why you enjoy coming to Theatre Cats.

Theatre Cats is planning to expand to Uttoxeter in September 2009. Ashleigh Bawden will be teaching our new Uttoxeter students on Friday evenings at Picknalls First School.

We are also going to be launching our new Theatre Kittens classes for 2-5 year olds in Burton and Swadlincote.

Congratulations this term to:

Most Improved Students

Erin Liu, Kelly Elks, Abbie Wilson, Matthew Barker, Gabrielle Stokes, Rachel Pereira-Simmons, Bradley Adams, Hannah Bullock, Daniel Wadey, Simran Dinas

Star Students

Megan Johnson, Emma Robinson, Ross Harris, Abigail Carlier, Ruth Bendall, Lydia Parnell, Ellie Thomson,

Natasha Coyle, Rebecca Legg, Bianca Malomvari

T-shirts…

We are currently speaking to a local printer to get the t-shirts printed at a cheaper price. However, the online Theatre Cats shop will still be available.

Be Safe in the sun…

We hope you have a lovely summer and we’ll see you soon for a new term at Theatre Cats!

Cat Budworth