Junior Short Courses for ages 6 - 12
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 | Arts Award Explore |
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 | Arts Award Explore |
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 | Arts Award Explore |
Elementary - Final Show | 8-10 | Friday | 15:00 | Final Show | Public performance, Audience etiquette, Professionalism | Arts Award Explore |
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
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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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.
