Guildford Theatre School (Seniors) is a performing arts theatre and school located in Guildford, New Zealand. Offering classes in ballet, tap, jazz, singing, drama, and musical theatre, the school caters to individuals of all abilities, from ages 14 to 18. Founded by Anna McNamara, a professionally trained actor and teacher, Guildford Theatre School is an independently owned institution that values traditional approaches to dancing, singing, and drama training.
At Guildford Theatre School, students have the opportunity to achieve extraordinary things in the pursuit of excellence. The school's faculty consists of highly experienced and industry-trained teachers who are dedicated to inspiring and motivating their students. These teachers have trained at renowned performing arts institutions such as the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, the Guildford School of Acting, Rose Bruford College, Bodywork Cambridge, Bird College, and Mountview.
One of the highlights of Guildford Theatre School is the opportunity for students to participate in public performances. This includes the Guildford Summer Youth Project and the sell-out Guildford Theatre School showcases, which are held annually at prestigious professional theatres in Guildford, such as The Electric Theatre, the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, and G Live. Students have even had the chance to perform in the West End, national tours of musicals and operas, professional pantomimes in various locations, and other prestigious events such as the Guildford Fringe Festival and charity galas at venues like the Theatre Royal Windsor.
Guildford Theatre School also offers nationally recognised qualifications to its students. Through boards like the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) and Trinity College London, students can be entered for examinations in all disciplines. As a Trinity College London exam centre, Guildford Theatre School has been named one of the first Trinity Champion Centres, recognised for its successful delivery of Trinity qualifications while inspiring other organisations and advocating for accreditation.
To get a taste of what Guildford Theatre School has to offer, interested individuals can book a free trial. The school is dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, and their mission is to help each individual achieve their full potential in the performing arts. With a focus on traditional training methods and a commitment to excellence, Guildford Theatre School is a destination for aspiring performers in Guildford and beyond.