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Colin’s Performing Arts Limited

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IN-HOUSE SHOWS

 

During the last half term holiday the students worked furiously on various different projects. The 3rd years rehearsed their Voice Presentation, directed by CPA’s Voice Tutor, Ms Valery Miller. The 2nd Years auditioned and rehearsed for ‘Alfie’, directed by our improvisation coach, Ms Alison Goldie and the first years were plunged in the deep end and devised, directed and choreographed their own cabaret. I have to say that this is the first year that I haven’t seen sparks flying from the studios!  All went well and the students gave great performances in our Jasmine Teh Studio Theatre. These shows were a credit to the student’s hard work.   The money raised will go towards essential equipment for the college.

 

FACULTY  NEWS

I feel very lucky to have such a fabulous resident faculty. The majority of whom still actively work in the industry. I totally believe that this is so important and the student’s value and respect that they are receiving up to the minute tuition with regard to what exactly is required as a performer in this crazy world of the performing arts.  A number of our resident faculty have recently been busy appearing in theatre and TV.  productions and below are some of their successes:

 

Susan Raasay

Susan played to outstanding reviews at the Landor Theatre in ‘The World Goes Round’.

 

Michael Howcroft

Michael recently appeared at the Young Vic Theatre in London in ‘The Soldiers Fortune’, starring Ray Fearon.

 

Lewis Butler

Currently performing in ‘Mary Poppins’ at the Prince Edward Theatre.

 

Gavin James

Recently appeared at The Pleasance Theatre in ‘Blondel’.

 

Flik Swan

Filmed an episode for ‘Dr Who’ which will be screened on BBC later this year.

 

Guy Burgess

Appearing in ‘Coriullanus’ with the Royal Shakespeare Company at the resident theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon.

            

GUEST TUTORS

 

Students have been working very hard this year and as well as working with outstanding faculty teachers who are really pushing the students to reach their full potential, we have had some fantastic guest tutors join us for various projects, assessments and workshops, including:

 

Charles Shirvall               Resident Director, Chicago – UK Tour

Steven Harris                   Leading Choreographer

Sharon Sorentino            Casting Assistant on the new West End Musical - Wicked

Welly                               Dancer, Kylie Showgirl Homecoming Tour

Robert Scott                    Musical Supervisor on UK tour of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

Marcus Savage                 Musical Director, Mamma Mia

Tony Timberlake            Lead in Spamalot

Gordon Adams                 Vocal Coach

Simon Coates                  Actor and Olivier Award Nominee

Colin Stevens                  Independent Film Producer

Tilly Vosburgh                 Ex-Eastenders Actress

David Ball                        David was the Resident Choreographer on Seven Brides for                                                 Seven Brothers and recently choreographed a number for                                                   selected students that appeared in a charity gala at the Queen’                                        Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue. The Queens is where ‘Les                                                     Miserables’ is being performed and the gala included                                                          appearances from Gail Porter, Melanie Sykes and Anthony Costa

 

EVENTS

 

BACK TO THE 80”s…….The totally awesome musical! By Neil Gooding

 

CPA College will take you on a journey back to a time when Michael Jackson and Rick Astley were the Kings of Pop, a journey back to a time when bubble skirts and blue eye shadow were cool……get those leg warmers on a join us for a memorable night.

 

Susan Raasay (CPA College resident Drama Co-ordinator) as Director and David Barber as Musical Director. They were both part of the production team for ‘Oliver!’ last year.  This are joined by David Leighton as choreographer.  David has worked with many international artists, including Blue, Diana Ross, Robbie Williams and Girls Aloud.

 

CPA College performed this musical at The Kenneth More Theatre Oakfield Road, Ilford between Thursday 10th & Saturday 12th May 2007.

 

COLLEGE END OF YEAR SHOW

 

This year CPA College will be performing their end of year show at the Queens Theatre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch on Saturday 21st July 2007 with performances at 3.00pm and 7.30pm.  It will be an evening of entertainment that encompasses Song, Dance and Musical Theatre. With artistic input already guaranteed from Mark Smith, Flik Swan, Michael Howcroft and David Ball we are sure to have another amazing show to deliver to you. Tickets are only available from the theatre box office priced at 14.00/£10.00 conc Box office Telephone number is 01708443333. PLEASE NOTE TICKETS ARE ON SALE FROM 1st JUNE 2007 and because we are only performing two shows tickets will be limited so please book early to avoid disappointment..

 

SUMMER BALL AND GRADUATION

 

The College Summer Ball and Graduation will be held on Sunday 22nd July 2007 at The Summer Marquee, Orsett Hall, Essex. The evening starts at 6.00pm with a reception followed by our 3rd year graduation ceremony and official photographs.   A three-course dinner is served from 9.00pm followed by dancing until midnight. Tickets are priced at £35.00.  Tickets can be purchased at reception from 1st JUNE 2007. Come and support our 3rd Years as they celebrate their graduation, this event has been very popular in previous years and tickets sell fast.

 

COLIN’S PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL

 

Colin’s Performing Arts School will be presenting ‘We’re All In This Together’ at the Queen’s Theatre from Tuesday 17th  – Friday 20th July 2007 and tickets will go on sale on 1st June 2007.  Tickets are only available from the theatre box office priced at £14.00/£10.00 concs. Performance times are 7.30pm (Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri). The box office Telephone number is 01708 443333.   The school would really appreciate your support.