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Junior Short Courses for ages 7 - 12

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Junior Holiday Course

"Great for beginners, even kids who have never tried theatre"

Our camps are designed to be an introduction to life on stage for beginners.

Our programme provides a structured introduction to the performing arts for learners aged 7–12, focusing on acting, voice, movement and stagecraft. Students develop communication and public-speaking skills in English through guided instruction and supervised practice.

Across the week, learners rehearse and present a 20-minute ensemble performance using professional technical elements (lighting, sound, staging and costumes). Teaching follows clear learning objectives in teamwork, rehearsal discipline and performance technique.

The programme runs from 09:00–16:00, Monday to Friday, with small groups (max. 12 students per teacher) to ensure individual support. Each learner receives a speaking role with a minimum of six lines, ensuring equal participation.

Age-based groups ensure developmental appropriateness, and all materials, scripts and costumes are provided. Instruction is delivered by qualified, native-English-speaking professionals.

Supplementary creative activities support wellbeing and structured breaks. Parents may attend the final performance in person or access a secure online recording.

Overall, the programme strengthens confidence, communication skills and social development within a clearly structured educational setting.

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Typical Day Plan

For ages 9 - 12:

 

09:00–09:30 – Arrival & Warm-Up Exercises
09:30–10:15 – Theatre Rehearsals
10:15 - 10:30
– Break

10:30 - 11:00 - Lesson 1
11:00–11:30 – Public Speaking Exercises
11:30–12:00 – Rehearsals
12:00–13:00 – Lunch Break
13:00–14:00 – Script, Song & Improvisation Work

14:00 - 14:30 Afternoon break
14:30–15:45 – Lesson 2
15:45–16:00 – End-of-Day Activities & Departure

For ages 7 - 8

09:00 - 09:30 • Arrival and warm up

09:30 - 11:00 • Prop creation

11:00 - 11:30 • Snack and break

11:30 - 12:45 • Improv / story creation

12:45 - 13:30 • Lunch and break

13:30 - 14:00 • Siesa / story time

14:00 - 15:00 • Show rehearsals

15:00 • 15:15 - Snack

15:15 - 16:00 •  End-of-Day Activities & Departure

Sample lesson plan objectives

Title
Age Group
Day
Time
Topic
Learning_Objective_Technical
Target_Qualification
Elementary - Lesson 1
8-10
Monday
10:30 - 11:00
Physical Characterisation
Leading Centers (Laban basics), Gait alteration, Status
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Elementary - Lesson 2
8-10
Monday
14:45 - 15:45
Vocal Projection & Dynamics
Breath support, Volume control, Pitch variation
Arts Award Explore
Elementary - Lesson 3
8-10
Tuesday
10:30 - 11:00
Motivation & Objectives
Objectives ('What do I want?'), Action verbs, Tactics
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Elementary - Lesson 4
8-10
Tuesday
14:45 - 15:45
Theatrical Devising
Collaborative creation, Narrative structure, Tableau
Arts Award Explore
Elementary - Lesson 5
8-10
Wednesday
10:30 - 11:00
Hot-Seating Technique
Backstory development, Vocal consistency, Improvisation
Arts Award Explore
Elementary - Lesson 6
8-10
Wednesday
14:45 - 15:45
Status & Relationships
High/Low status, Space usage, Interaction
Arts Award Explore
Elementary - Lesson 7
8-10
Thursday
10:30 - 11:00
Spontaneous Reaction
Improvisation rules ('Offer and Accept'), Adaptability
Arts Award Explore
Elementary - Lesson 8
8-10
Thursday
14:45 - 15:45
Script Work & Staging
Duologue practice, Blocking, Sight reading
Arts Award Explore
Elementary - Technical Rehearsal
8-10
Friday
9:30
Technical Rehearsal
Stage spacing, Lighting cues, Safety protocols
Arts Award Explore
Elementary - Dress Rehearsal
8-10
Friday
13:00
Dress Rehearsal
Performance continuity, Costume management, Stamina
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Elementary - Final Show
8-10
Friday
15:00
Final Show
Public performance, Audience etiquette, Professionalism
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Minimum of 6 lines per child in the end-of-week play

We don't like favoritism, every child should get their chance to shine.

Students can ask for less lines if they want.

That's why each child's character gets at least 6 lines end of week performance for parents

Arts Award from Trinity College London

Arts Award & LAMDA Qualifications available certified by Trinity College London

Students are automatically enrolled for Arts Award and can choose to enroll for a LAMDA qualification

Find out more here

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Costumes and scenery provided by us

There should be no hidden costs when it comes to enjoying your week.

Each child gets a high quality costume to borrow for the show before giving it back to our costume department

Shows filmed for convenience

We appreciate that some parents may be unable to watch the end of week shows.

That's why we film every show and send it onto parents within 10 days

Shows are never published for the public, - they are sent privately to parents.

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Frequently asked questions

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OUR TEAM

Want to see our full team of Online teachers? 

Click below to read about our teachers, their background and career in the performing arts industries

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ARTS WARD & LAMDA INFO

100% refunds up to 21 days before your course.

Family life is difficult to plan in advance. Register early for the cheapest Early-Bird options knowing you can cancel up to 21 days before your course starts, no questions asked.

We are regulated by OFSTED & Disclosure Scotland in the UK.


We are an Arts Award, & LAMDA certified provider.
All qualifications are awarded by Trinity College London.

Find out more on how to enroll for Arts Award & LAMDA qualifications here.
 

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