actfirstdrama.co.uk

providing high quality performing arts tuition for 5 to 16 year olds in the Hampton and Twickenham area of South West London

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Hi and welcome to the actfirst website!

Latest news ... January 2010

The actfirst pantomimes - two "Dick Whittington"s and one "Cinderella" were performed in December, on stage, in front of a lively audience of friends and family. The kids were absolutely tremendous and clearly loved the performances and the audience participation. Two great ,festive evenings, and a memorable learning experience for them all. Very well done, and a Merry Christmas! We are now looking forward to an exciting Spring term, in which students will be performing 'Scenes from the Past' at the Victorian Normansfield Theatre, Teddington, on March 21st 2010.

There are a few places available for new students from April 2010. Call for your FREE trial class!

Also - the Summer School dates are now confirmed - see summer schools for more details...

If you are new to the site -welcome - and here's some stuff you might like to know ...

actfirst is a weekly drama and performance school for children, based in the Hampton Hill area of South West London. We are dedicated to providing high quality professional tuition plus the opportunity to perform on stage. Established in 1999, the aim of actfirst is to develop children's knowledge of drama and performance skills - mainly acting, also incorporating singing, movement and mime. Students are also offered the opportunity to take examinations in acting through LAMDA (The London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art).

Most importantly, all actfirst students learn, through drama, to develop the communication, confidence and teamwork skills essential to their future careers. The emphasis is on fun!

Here's what people say about us ...

“Our daughter Amy has been attending Actfirst for the past few years. Her confidence has grown during this time, especially in performimg in front of an audience. She thoroughly enjoyed preparing for and taking her first LAMDA exam and Jacquie’s encouragement is always very forthcoming.” Marian and Tom. Isleworth

"My son adores his drama class and is inspired and stimulated by the work they do there. It's amazing what the class manages to achieve each term and I have watched him grow in confidence and ability over the two years that he has been doing the class. The teaching is first rate." M Gallagher. Twickenham

“Since attending actfirst drama club, teachers have noted how my daughter's reading aloud skills and general confidence have improved. Little wonder, since Francesca has experienced performing with children of all ages from different schools, to packed houses on real stages, such as the Hampton Hill Playhouse and Normansfield Theatre. This is definitely one after-school activity I never have to drag my child along to!” G Daly , Twickenham

actfirst (over a number of years now) has helped to give my children confidence, as well as being fun. Jacquie's enthusiasm, energy and supportive and caring approach is great! They particularly love the summer schools. A Flatley, Hampton

“My daughter has been coming to actfirst drama for 5 years now and it has helped her grow so much in confidence and her acting ability has improved beyond belief. Jacquie also tutors for LAMDA examinations and she has helped tutor my daughter to achieve a distinction in her grade 3 examination. Jacquie is a true professional and the children love coming to her classes because they achieve so much through hard work but have lots of fun along the way.” Tina , Twickenham

There are a few places available for new students wishing to join in the spring Term 2010. For more info please contact Jacquie on 020 8894 3053, or see part time schools for class times etc.

Here's to three exciting pantos!

Best wishes

Jacquie Kirke