Previous Scholars

CHRISTIAN JAMES - ROYAL CENTRAL SCHOOL OF SPEECH & DRAMA

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The time I spent at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama was life changing. As cliche as that sounds, it was life changing because the training was not only one of the highest quality of any Drama School but because of the people I trained with and met from doing the course. I have made so many connections into the industry and friends who will always and have been a great support into the industry. The boost it’s given me into the profession in terms of training, confidence and financial aid is something not everyone is lucky to get and I was fortunate enough to receive. I always maintained that the Scholarship allowed me to not really worry about money and never more have I felt the full effects of that after having left Drama School. Being given the scholarship has helped me feel much more secure and focused in relation to auditions above all else. To know I never have to pay the money back is a real blessing that I will always be forever grateful for. The most valuable thing I’ve taken away is of course the expertise of many great tutors and actors, but to have also solidified a drive, confidence and willingness to succeed in a very over saturated profession has to be the greatest thing. It probably should have, but I’m not fearful of going into the profession as I’m very understanding of the difficulty and strain it poses mentally and also financially but being given a push from the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation has filled me with a confidence that nothing could replace. I recently finished my first professional job in which I played the title role of ‘Aladdin’ in the Newbury Corn Exchanges pantomime. It was an unbelievable experience in which I’ve learnt many a thing from already. One being the basics in how to look after myself when doing many shows a week, and the stamina which is required to keep performing at your best without damaging the voice or body. Applying everything I’ve learnt in training to the art form was also a great challenge. Words will never be able to fully thank the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation enough but I will never forget and always be grateful for the generosity given to me and how it has helped.

CHRISTINA TEDDERS - ROYAL ACADEMY OF MUSIC

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

How did you find your time on the course?

My time on the course was amazing - I was lucky enough to have kind and generous course-mates, and an incomparable teaching staff, which created a very supportive atmosphere. We worked so well together as a year; I felt that all of our group projects were a true team effort.

What difference did the scholarship make to you?

The difference was apparent both practically and emotionally. Practically, of course, it enabled me to study without the burden of financial concern; the scholarship was genuinely life-changing in this sense. Psychologically, the scholarship gave me a boost in terms of both confidence and determination. I was aware of the presence of a third party, who had personally chosen to invest in me. I worked even harder to live up to the realisation of this investment.

What was the most valuable thing about the course to you?

For me, what was truly inspiring about the PG Diploma at the Royal Academy was the teaching staff. To be surrounded by such an inspiring group of people day in and day out created an ideal environment for work and creativity. The skills my teachers were able to pass on to me have been invaluable lessons in my career; I shall always be thankful to them for their work and dedication.

What have you been doing since?

I was lucky enough to be cast in the original West End company of Once the Musical just after the second term of RAM. I spent the third term of the course learning my tracks with the show (I was cast as a walk on cover) and eventually went on to play the lead role of Girl on more than a dozen occasions. I left the show in May of 2014, and went on to join the number one UK tour of Calamity Jane. I’m playing the role of Adelaid Adams, whilst also understudying the role of Calamity.

EVE NIKER - ROYAL CONSERVATOIRE OF SCOTLAND

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

How did I find my time of the course?

My time on the BA Musical Theatre course at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland was fantastic! I fell in love with Scotland and the life I could have there and I learnt so much about myself on the course over the three years. It was emotionally and physically challenging and hard work but so very rewarding and lots of fun. Every day I kept saying to myself "I can't believe I get to do this for my degree, I find it too much fun!". I also loved the emphasis on acting and music this course provides, letting us have a great final actor-muso show.

What difference did the scholarship make to you?

The scholarship was the reason I could have the great quality of life I led, it meant I could focus on my studies and get 100% out of my time there. It also gives you a boost knowing there's a foundation out there that believe in you and your ability. It made the world of difference.

What was the most valuable thing about the course for you?

The most valuable thing about the course for me was being surrounded by industry professionals that we were lucky to meet often and being able to absorb as much knowledge and learn as many skills from them as possible. The course also taught me I love period drama and comedy and therefore I have just started writing some comedy sketches and am really enjoying that.

What have you been doing since?

Since graduating I have just made the move to the big smoke of London Toon (as the Scottish would say) and got a little flat. Now I can be surrounded by all the great new things going on in the theatre world. I have been learning loads auditioning and now I am here can audition further. I would like to take this opportunity to give the largest thank you possible to the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation. The scholarship has proven invaluable to my life and my studies doing what I love, I feel very blessed. So here's to 2015 being a great one for everyone.

GRACIE JOHNSON - MOUNTVIEW

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

How did you find your time on the course?

Studying at Mountview, on the ‘BA Performance’ course was just incredible. The one thing I have always loved about the Arts is the concept of ‘Everlasting Challenges’. Whether it be battling and overcoming personal challenges, improving your confidence as an individual and an actor, or learning from staff that have worked in the industry and striving for the success they have had. Mountview offered all of these things, which made it a wonderful place to be.

What difference did the scholarship make to you?

Without the scholarship I would not have been able to attend the college and as a result I would not have been able to get a step closer to my dream. It also was an amazing feeling to remember that from the very beginning, someone asides from your family, teachers, or friends really believed in you. This factor alone made me constantly push myself to achieve things I never thought were possible and as a result made me the person I am today. I have everlasting thanks for the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation Scholarship for really making my dreams come true.

What was the most valuable thing about the course for you?

The most valuable thing about the course for me was the huge diversity of knowledge we were encouraged to learn about. We didn’t just study ‘Musical Theatre’ by ‘Musical Theatre’ teachers. We had a variety of excellent lessons such as; Acting through camera, Music Theory, Movement classes, Stage combat and Workshops in the 3rd year from Acting/Musical Theatre Professionals in the working Industry. Gathering a huge variety of knowledge and applying it to everything you did made you feel extremely prepared and fortunate for the fantastic experience you were encountering.

What have you been doing since?

Since our showcase, I have got an Agent ‘BWH’ who have been putting me up for auditions in and around London. I have also had my first public job for a recording of ‘Snow Queen on Ice’, which was a wonderful experience. However being in an industry where you are not always in work – I have made it my mission to still keep active in the times of not working; whether it be Singing in public, going to view new Plays and Musicals, constantly reading up on new Plays and Playwrights. I have found this has still kept my passion and love for the Arts just as strong as it was when I graduated, and I can’t wait to see what the future brings.

LUKE MCCALL - ROYAL WELSH COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND DRAMA

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

How did you find your time on the course?

I had the time of my life while studying at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. I learnt so much while studying there. As my previous course had very little performing in it, it was great to learn so much from some incredible tutors.

What difference did the scholarship make to you?

The scholarship enabled me to study at the college. As I would never have been able to afford it otherwise, and I feel I am much better as a performer after studying here, so I'm extremely grateful for the scholarship and would like to thank the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation for helping me.

What was the most valuable thing about the course for you?

For me, the most valuable thing about the course was being treated professionally, and not as students. And getting to work with some incredible people. The tutors at the college, and the people brought in to work with us, it was an absolute privilege to work with such talented people, and helped me progress as a performer.

What have you been doing since?

I am currently auditioning for many things, and I'm hoping to get my first professional part soon.

WILL RICHARDSON - GUILDFORD SCHOOL OF ACTING

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

I had a wonderful three years training at GSA. The school and the faculty were amazing, so supportive and always committed to getting the best out of the students. I felt completely prepared for the industry. I feel very honoured and grateful, not only to have received valuable financial help towards my training, but also to hold such a notable and prestigious award. The ALW Foundation truly changed my life and I very feel very lucky to have been chosen. Financially, I am a lot more stable and will be able to enter the industry with a lot less debt than I pre-empted. This funding took a huge weight off my shoulders, meaning I could solely focus solidly on my training and my development as a performer, making sure I can one day show my gratitude and hopefully prove that I was a worthy investment. I never took this funding for granted, nor did I tell anyone in my year. I thought it was important to be treated equally, knowing that there are plenty of other students who are phenomenally talented. At one time there was a period in the second year where I was still working three jobs as well as training; I was determined to make every effort alongside the award as that is what I had promised to the Foundation. Since finishing my training, I have been very privileged to gain representation with a very reputable agency (C.A.M) who have done no less than work hard to hand me some amazing opportunities and enable me to be seen by lots of industry professionals. I have just recently gained my first professional job, and I'm hoping this is just the start. More opportunities will lead me to have a successful career in what is known to be a very challenging and competitive industry. In life, money given to you can sometimes be easily taken for granted but anyone in this profession will understand that to us, it really isn't. This scholarship certainly wasn't. The most valuable thing I can take from my course is not only the training itself but the discipline and stamina which you acquire. Two very important things that you need in this industry that you might not get without sufficient training.' Currently I have just finished playing Prince Charming in Cinderella at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre working alongside Julian Clary which was a great experience, I definitely wouldn't have been able to do 12 shows a week without my training that's for sure. I am also lucky to be going straight into The Sound of Music for a couple of weeks out in Lebanon with Irving Street Productions which should be fun.

CLODAGH LONG - ROYAL WELSH COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND DRAMA

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

"I am originally from Dublin, Ireland and I have loved musical theatre since I was a child. I began training with The Helen Jordan Performing Arts School until I was seventeen before going on to do a one year course at the DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama in musical theatre. It was there that I played Dianne in our in-house production of "A Chorus Line". I have been lucky enough to have performed professionally in some of Ireland's best known theatres as well as overseas. I went on to complete my BA in Communication Studies in Dublin City University. Although I enjoyed my course, my true passion was acting and musical theatre and always would be. I had wanted to train in the UK since I was a teenager. I had previously heard of the excellent standard at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (RWCMD) and when I auditioned for the MA Musical Theatre course I had everything crossed that I would be offered a place! I can't express how ecstatic I was when I received The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation Scholarship. From the moment I had my first audition for the course right down to the final audition for the Scholarship wtih David Grindrod I knew RWCMD was the place for me and I was aching to go. I worked on a variety of projects throughout my training from Shakespeare to musical theatre to music hall. All of these projects were grounded in working with generosity and truth, creating a great base to start building a character from. Throughout the year I got to work on both my strengths and weaknesses in a supportive, encouraging environment. I learnt to make mistakes and accept that that is ok! "Cancel and continue!". What makes their training so special for me is their ability to nurture individually, giving you confidence in who you are as a person. This coupled with the strong work ethic they provide prepared me for this challenging, competitive industry. I got the opportunity to meet very important and influential people working in the industry today which I am so grateful for. During the year we were invited to sing at Victor Spinetti's memorial. It was an honour that we were asked to perform in front of such high profiile friends of his, such as Sir Paul McCartney, Elaine Paige, Barbara Streisand to name but a few. I felt very lucky to be a part of this celebration of his life. The highlight of this incredible year was singing for Andrew Lloyd Webber in February 2013 when he accepted his honorary fellowship award at our college. It was such a privilege. I felt extremely humbled and delighted to be able to thank him personally for the opportunity to train at RWCMD. I'll never forget the moment I heard I had been offered The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation Scholarhsip and I cannot express my gratitude enough. It has truly been a life changing year where I have made wonderful friends and worked with wonderful teachers. I am delighted to say I will be making my professional debut as Sharon Rabitte/Cover Imelda in "The Commitments", directed by Jamie Lloyed opening at The Palace Theatre. www.thecommitmentslondon.com"

HAYLEY BARRIE - THE URDANG ACADEMY

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

"My love of dancing began at the age of 5 when I started Ballet and Tap. At the age of 16 I decided to study music and drama at GCSE level at my secondary school. This opened a new door for me and I found my passion for singing and acting. I furthered my studies at A level and was given the opportunity to play Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, Mimi in Rent and Christine Dae in The Phantom of the Opera. My school was the first English school to do an amateur production of this and it was a huge success. After leaving school with my A levels, I couldn't imagine myself doing anything other than musical theatre, so I auditioned at the renowned colleges in London and was lucky enough to be offered a place at The Urdang Academy. I was delighted when I was awarded the place but was not lucky enough to get funding at that stage in the audition process. I knew that going there would put my parents and grandparents under a lot of pressure to finance the course fees and that they could only afford to send me for up to one year. Miraculously, after just a few weeks into my first year at Urdang, I was asked to audition for The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation Scholarship in front of David Grindrod and I remember feeling very nervous about the audition but knew it would be my only chance to complete the 3 year course leading to the National Diploma in Professional Dance / Musical Theatre. I was over the moon when I was awarded the scholarship because it meant that I could continue my training at The Urdang Academy for 3 years. I have absolutely loved my first year at Urdang and would not change anything about it. I am so lucky to be training there as the teaching and professionalism is outstanding and I have been selected to follow Track C from Year 2 in order to further develop my acting and singing. I can't thank The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation and David Grindrod enough for awarding me the scholarship because, without it, I would not be able to pursue my dream of a career in Musical Theatre.

TOJAN THOMAS-BROWNE - LONDON STUDIO

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

"I started dancing when I was 13 years old after performing in a production of The Wizard of Oz at a local theatre where I lived. From then I have always had the passion to perform and strived to take the next step of practical training, with the ambition of moving onto a university-styled performing arts college. Luckily I pursued this ambition and I am currently in the first term of my first year studing a BA (Hons) in Theatre Dance at London Studio Centre situated in North Finchley at the artsdepot. I am loving every minute of the training at this college and feel that I have got used to the life at London Studio Centre and toLondon itself. The teachers are amazing, my peers are friendly and it's nice to be in an atmosphere where everyone has the passion to perform and strive to be the best they can be as a triple threat performer. The audition process was a daunting thing for me but when I got the opportunity of being chosen to do an extra audition for The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation Scholarship I was more than thrilled to be whittled down to the final few of the auditioning process. Then, when I found out that I was the person being awarded the scholarship, I was more than ecstatic that, with hard work and determination, I could succeed in things I never thought I would be able to. Without the help of The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation Scholarship I would not have been able to afford to train at such a well-established dance college. It helped with a large part of the tuition fees, which enabled me to accept my place at the college, and I do not regret doing so."

Deon Davis - Manchester Camerata

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

What difference did being part of the Youth Forum make to you? Part of my role within the Youth Forum is to act as a Co-Leader on Camerata projects. I find this very inspiring because I am able to learn from the professional musicians around me and also the children we work with in schools. I learn how to work with the younger children, and also how to be an authoritative figure by leading and developing my own workshop skills. I’m also involved in project coordination, which ranges from everything to fundraising, event management, networking and marketing – skills that can’t be developed in the classroom. Gaining these skills means that I could develop my own projects in the future and create the next generation of music leaders for the community. Camerata has given me a chance to provide a platform for myself, but more importantly anybody with a passion for the Arts, to perform and break into the music scene. I used to be quite a closet musician, and it is difficult to believe in myself as a performer, but the Youth Forum gives me the assurance to aspire to be successful. How are you finding your time with the project? Over the last 2 years I have really gained confidence. Being part of the Youth Forum has really helped me to explore different genres of art and inspired me to pursue my music further. It gives me a free and relaxed environment for me to be myself and do things that I don’t get to do at school. What has been a highlight of the project so far? The YOLOCabaret project, where we took the theme of cabaret and put a modern twist on its meaning to create our own new piece. We created a performance within just under a week if you add up all the days together. Me being musical I got to the music pretty quick but the acting was much harder for me. I think all together this showed if we focus and put our heads down we can come up with something great. What is the most valuable thing about the Forum for you? I’ve always been shy, I’ve never been in a group and I’ve never really shared my music with anybody. I’ve always kept myself to myself but it’s given me a real confidence boost to share something with a great group and you discover so many new talents, everyone has their own unique style and unique voice. Camerata gets me, each one of us have a connection.

Endrina - Royal Ballet School aDvANCE project

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Endrina is a participant in the aDvANCE project, where she is working with Royal Ballet Upper School 1^st Year students. She is in Year 12 at Featherstone High School, Southwark, West London. What difference has being part of The Royal Ballet School aDvANCE project made to you? Well, I’d always loved ballet. When I was little I used to buy loads of those ballet magazines that showed The Royal Ballet Schools and ballet stories. I used to nag my mum to take me to see ballet shows, but I couldn’t go to ballet classes because there weren’t any in my local area. So when I found out about this project I thought, ‘I’m doing this, I don’t care!’ The project has given me confidence in my creativity and assured me that I can be creative. I am currently doing A Level art and I think this experience has helped me come up with new ideas. How are you finding your time on the aDvANCE project? It has been a really amazing experience. It is completely different to anything I’ve done before and I’ve learnt lots of new skills. It’s been a great way to meet new people and to understand the lives of the ballet students, who have such different experiences to us. The Royal Ballet School dancers were really welcoming and made us feel comfortable – I’ve already friended all of them on Facebook! What has been the highlight of the project? The highlight for me was when we first came to The Royal Ballet School to watch ballet class and meet everyone. I remember, in the ballet magazines I used to collect as a child, there were pictures of the dancers in costumes and the students we met looked just the same! I couldn’t believe I was actually there! The ballet students showed us a dance from The Nutcracker that they had been rehearsing and it reminded me of the ballets I had seen as a child. I couldn’t believe how perfect it looked. What has been the most valuable thing about the project? The most valuable thing for me has been to reconnect with my love of dance, because I had lost touch with that over the years.

Aliyah - Royal Ballet School primarySTEPS project

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Aliyyah is 11 years old in Year Six and a keen participant in the Dagenham primarySTEPS Level Three programme. How did it feel when you were chosen to participate in The Royal Ballet School’s primarySTEPS programme? It felt really exciting because I really like dance and I enjoy doing other activities like this and I was really happy and excited when I found out I got in. I was really proud of myself. What kind of difference has it made to you being part of primarySTEPS? It’s made me more confident in my dancing, like now I’ve started a dance club in my school because of this, because it’s helped my confidence in dancing and in everything I do. Do you enjoy coming to the classes every week? Yes, I do really enjoy them – sometimes somebody can’t take me and then I’m really upset about it. I enjoy working in groups and using the barres and doing the grand plies and plies with the balances. I also enjoy learning the pirouettes which I love, and I really enjoy that! What will you remember most when you graduate this summer? When I graduate I will remember the teachers that helped me and all the friends I have made in the class. I will also be able to use everything I learnt. I think it’s really made a difference.

Andy - Royal Ballet School - primarySTEPS project

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Andy is in Year Six and enjoying Level three primarySTEPS programme in Dagenham. How did it feel when you were chosen to participate in The Royal Ballet School’s primarySTEPS programme? At first I was very excited because, you know, I was telling all my friends I got in and I was so excited. I’m still doing the lessons and I enjoy them although I think I could work harder. At this point the Teacher interjects: “I think you do work hard – I tell you what I think you’re really good at, is performing, when you’re on stage I see you really dancing with your heart and soul, do you think that?” Yes, because, you know, I always like giving my ideas. I like my ideas being chosen and putting my ideas into a dance so that they can make the dance. What have you enjoyed most so far? I’ve enjoyed going to the theatre and performing on stage. I feel proud to be performing in front of a lot of people. I feel proud, you know, that my dance is going out there. And when you graduate what are you going to remember most about primarySTEPS? Probably my naughtiness and how I’m going to regret that…sometimes when I sleep I think that I could have made this day better or I could have done that better. Your Teacher says “That’s very mature of you to think in that way about things.” Do you think you will carry on dancing when you finish primarySTEPS? I’m not sure I am a great at dancer, and that I will carry on dancing as I’m not sure that dancing is my strongest link and I want to work on what I’m best at. But performing my ideas on stage has made me feel more confident about going to secondary school and facing scary challenges.

Peter Quinn - Roundhouse

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Peter started on the programme in June 2014; taken on by the Roundhouse for a 1 year fixed term contract in December 2014 How did you find your time on the programme? It has been challenging! But a great learning experience. At times it has been quite overwhelming to look back at the sheer volume of things I have delivered both by myself and as part of a team. I have lots to be proud of. What difference did the traineeship make to you? The traineeship has transformed me into a professional. Before working at the Roundhouse, I worked in various capacities in music as a hobby and volunteer, but it was mostly all for fun. This role has helped me fill in gaps in my knowledge and actually opened my eyes to what my career can be. What was the most valuable thing about the traineeship for you? Real professional experience that future employers will see as valuable. As I said, I had worked various music jobs before this, but my knowledge and references were rather scattered. This job has tied it all together, formalising and developing things I already knew, and unlocking some hidden skills. What have you been doing since/What are your plans for the future? I have been promoted within the Roundhouse to Music Programme Assistant, working on pulling together Roundhouse Rising Festival, our week long, emerging music festival, which starts on 16^th February.

Ben Holder - Associate Musical Director - Royal Central School of Speech & Drama

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000

How did you find your time at Central? The Associate Musical Directorship was a new venture for the school and a new challenge for me; one which, I feel, was relished and exploited fully by both parties! It provided an opportunity to observe, understand and contribute to a learning environment “bolted” on to the theatre industry. I can now speak in detail and with confidence about the fundamental principles of the course, and about the acting training at the heart of all music making at Central. Understanding the learning processes of a representative sample of students across 3 years of training has been invaluable, and will inform my teaching and musical directing in the professional, as well as in a drama school environment. This perhaps also alludes to the wider realisation that the role of the musical director, in a professional or in a school setting, is rooted in pedagogy. What difference did the scholarship/bursary make to you? The foundation generously supported a large portion of my salary from the school – allowing me to feel supported and valued as a member of the teaching staff, whilst developing new skills in a supportive and nurturing environment. What was the most valuable thing about the course for you? The opportunities for me to develop as a pianist and musical director have been numerous and far-reaching. My playing in specific styles, and with specific ‘feels’, has improved immeasurably – through a combination of listening to others, and practising efficiently and in detail. As a musical director I emerge from Central with the confidence to be flexible and creative in the rehearsal room; with a firm understanding of how work is created and rehearsed in a professional environment, and a firm grasp of the musical, organisational and interpersonal skills required. What have you been doing since? I’ve been working as an MD in London – including assisting on workshops of exciting new material, a pantomime over Christmas, and other freelance work such as accompanying for auditions and coaching. I’m about to start as Assistant MD on Bugsy Malone for Lyric Hammersmith. I’ve also stayed in touch with Central, and am in there occasionally – and I’m delighted that my successor as Associate MD seems to be getting on brilliantly. Wendy and I were thrilled that the position could continue for another year – and hopefully beyond that!

Gloria Obianyo - Rose Bruford College 2013-2016

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Gloria graduated in 2016 having completed a 3 year Actor Musicianship Programme at Rose Bruford College in London.

Gloria starred in 'Girl from the North Country' in the West End in 2019 and in 'Anthony & Cleopatra', National Theatre in 2018.

Moronke Akinola- - Bristol Old Vic 2016-2019

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Moronke graduated in 2019 having taken a 3 year BA (Hons) in Professional Acting at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

Since graduating, Moronke made her stage debut in 'The Niceties' at The Finborough Theatre in October 2019 and was nominated for an Off West End Theatre award for female lead.

Tara Sweeting - ArtsEd 2016-2019

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Tara graduated from ArtsEd in 2019 have completed a 3 year BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre course.

Tara is currently in the UK tour of Grease, playing the role of Marty.

Luke McCall - Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama 2013-2014

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Luke graduated from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in 2014 having completed his MA in Musical Theatre.

Since then, Luke has performed in the West End as Phantom in the ‘Phantom of the Opera’ and as Jean Val-Jean in ‘Les Misérables'.

Lydia White - Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 2015-2018

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

After some amazing reviews in The Watermill's production of 'Whistle down the Wind', Lydia has now been cast in 'A Christmas Carol' at The Old Vic.

Lydia graduated from The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland where she studied Musical Theatre for 3 years on an ALW Foundation scholarship.

Georgina Onuorah - Arts Ed 2017-2020

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Georgina Onuorah, who made her professional debut in the National's Dick Whittington before appearing as the alternate Cinderella in Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical of the same name in the West End, will take on the role of Dorothy in the Leicester Curve's production of The Wizard of Oz this November.

Onuorah, who was nominated for a Black British Theatre Award for Best Graduate was the 2017 ALW Foundation scholarship recipient for her studies at ArtsEd, London.