Footlights Urmston

The vibrant city of Manchester, Footlights Urmston is a leading performing arts group and dance school that has been providing top-quality education and entertainment since its establishment in 2005. Founded by Jo Fisher, Footlights has become a renowned institution with over 25 schools and a proud record of performing to tens of thousands of people over the past five years.

At the heart of Footlights' ethos is the mission to educate, entertain, and communicate through the medium of performing arts and drama. With a head office situated in Media City, the group boasts its own fully equipped theatre, a testament to its commitment to excellence.

Footlights offers a diverse range of services, with five key business strands. These include Stage Schools, which provide comprehensive education packages to schools, including performances; a Casting Agency that connects talented individuals with exciting opportunities; the option for Franchising, allowing for the establishment of new Footlights schools across various locations; and most recently, Venue Hire, providing a 155-seater studio theatre that accommodates a wide range of performances, castings, rehearsals, and regular classes.

In addition to these services, Footlights Theatre is proud to offer Theatre in Education. Through their thought-provoking and socially conscious plays, the group has visited over 350 venues in the past year, specialising in topics such as Child Sexual Exploitation, E-Safety, and various educational themes like World Book Day, WW1, and pantomimes.

Footlights further extends its reach through Stage, Dance, and TV Schools, offering part-time learning opportunities during weekdays and weekends. This is made possible through several satellite and franchise centres across Greater Manchester and the North, as well as the head office located in Media City.

Footlights is dedicated to nurturing young talent and providing a platform for aspiring performers to explore their potential. Whether your child dreams of gracing the West End stage, appearing on TV, or making a mark in the film industry, Footlights is the perfect avenue for them. The group offers stage schools and classes in various regions, from Greater Manchester to Lancashire and Humberside. Interested students are welcome to book a free trial at any time.

Safety is a top priority at Footlights, and the group ensures robust processes are in place to keep children protected. All staff members hold DBS status, and a trained first-aider is always onsite at each venue. To further learn about the group's commitment to safeguarding, you can read and download their safeguarding policy.

During their time at Footlights, students can expect to receive mentorship from experienced tutors who will share their professional experiences and teach performance techniques. The focus is on building essential life skills and instilling confidence while having fun and making new friends. Footlights is dedicated to providing top-quality performing arts training, ensuring that each child gets the most out of their experience.