Welcome to

Footlights Bracknell

Contact: bracknell@footlightstheatre.co.uk or call Serena on 07771 832 190.

JOIN OUR ESTABLISHED STAGE SCHOOL (2005)

Does your child want to learn how to act, sing and dance?
Register now for a FREE TRIAL

We are SO EXCITED to be finally launching in London, we have so much to offer and cannot wait to welcome you to our OPEN DAY on Saturday September 14th 2024 – why not register your child for a FREE TRIAL at our open day?

Where we are:
Brakenhale School,
Rectory Lane,
Bracknell,
RG12 7BA

Telephone Number: 07771 832 190

Open day times:
9.30am – 10.15am  3yrs – 4yrs   (presentation at 10.15am)
11am – 11.45pm 5yrs- 6yrs (presentation at 11.45 am)
10am – 12.45pm 7yrs -18yrs (presentation at 12.45pm)

About Us

The Footlights Head Office is based at Media City in Manchester, just around the corner from the main hub of the BBC & ITV studios. We were established in 2005 by our founder Jo Fisher, a trained actor and teacher, and who continues to have a hands-on role across our stage schools. Read more about Footlights and our history here.

We have robust processes to keep your child safe; all of our staff have DBS status and a trained first aider is always on site at each of our venues. You can read and download our safeguarding policy here.

What are you waiting for?

Book a no-obligation free trial today.

Do you live in or around Bracknell?
If so, does your child…

Love performing & dream of being on the West End stage, on TV or in film?
Want to learn how to act, sing and dance?
Want to meet & make friends with children who share their interests?
Does this sound like your child?

Then Footlights Bracknell is the right place for them!

What to expect?

During your child’s time at Footlights Bracknell, our tutors will mentor them to help them realise their dreams of becoming a performer, by sharing their professional experiences, as well as facilitating and teaching performance techniques.

Footlights delivers quality performing arts training and our aim is to ensure that each child gets the most out of their experience by building their essential life skills and instilling confidence, whilst having lots of fun and meeting new friends. In addition to core performing arts skills, they will:

  • Have confidence when socialising and in nursery or school
  • Be encouraged to talk expressively in a structured, yet exciting forum
  • Be inspired when taking part in discussions
  • Be listened to when building skills in decision making
  • Always be working as part of a team

Their learning will give them the basics and arguably the most important components of the performing arts.

The younger the child is when they take up an activity or interest the better, as in the right environment and with the right teacher they underpin the foundation to their learning and will already have a head-start on their peers.

You will find the Footlights approach friendly and energetic. We pride ourselves on inclusivity and being an encouraging company for your child to thrive in acting, singing and dance. We have superb progression rates from our schools, with the majority of our young students going onto performing arts colleges and drama schools.

We know you want to find the right balance between ensuring your child gets a good performing arts education, has fun and at the same time keeps up with their important mainstream education. We understand this, so this is why our method to developing your child’s Acting, Singing and Dancing will complement their academic studies. Plus, at Footlights, your child will benefit from the opportunity to take internationally recognised examinations through LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts).

There is also the option for students to audition for professional work in film, theatre and modelling via our agency, Footlights Personal Management (our recent successes include Game of Thrones and the CBBC series ‘KATY’).

Book a free trial today at Footlights Bracknell and see for yourself.

Want to know more? Why not take a look at our FAQ’s

Shows

Each summer, all of our children take part in a performance. It’s a full-scale show where parents/carers, family and friends can come and watch their progress.

The Autumn/Winter and Spring term schedules focus much more on skills and technique with a shorter informal presentation at Christmas.

The teaching teams provide written feedback each Easter, so you can track your child’s progress. We also practice an open door policy for anytime that you wish to discuss your child’s progress. You can use this form to contact us, or speak to us directly.

We hope you enjoyed reading all about us and look forward to greeting you and your child at our school – just sign up here or message us.

Exams

We offer both Arts Award and LAMDA exams – find out more via your school

Class Timetable

Our Staff

Alex

Co-Director
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Alex has always been involved in performing arts, jumping at any chance to be involved in school plays, after school drama clubs, LAMDA exams and eventually a degree in Theatre and Performance studies. During her time at GSA, Alex took a children’s theatre show up to the Edinburgh Fringe festival and performed in many musicals over her 4 year course. She was also ‘Elsa’ at more birthday parties that she cares to mention!

Whilst she loves performing, her passion has always been in teaching and theatre in education. She has taught for many stage schools over the years, teaching all three disciplines as well as being on costume, lighting, sound and stage make up duty! She loves watching children come out of their shell and shine on stage- something she hopes her own daughter will do when she is old enough to join Footlights!

Serena

Co-Director
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Serena spent her school years as a quiet and shy individual, only finding the outlet of theatre in her early twenties. She is so passionate about the fact that she’d have come out of her shell a lot sooner if she’d taken the brave step to be more involved in Drama studies at a younger age and this passion is what has propelled her to want to make Drama more accessible to the children in her local area.

Tiny’s

3–6-year-olds
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At Footlights, we offer engaging performing arts class tailored for 3–6-year-olds.

In this fun and interactive class, young children will explore the world of acting, singing, and dancing in bite-sized chunks. Through exciting activities and games, they will unleash their creativity, build confidence, and learn the basics of each art form.

Our key focus is on promoting social interaction, fostering creativity, and developing essential teamwork skills which prepare them for further creative training through the years and the skills to thrive as they grow in day-to-day life.

Main School

Ages 7 to 18 students 
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Between the ages of 7 to 18, our Main School students dive into the world of Acting, Singing, and Dancing in a vibrant and supportive environment. Our classes offer a perfect balance of skill development and creative expression in each discipline.

Our students engage in exciting activities that promote social interaction, ignite creativity whilst enhancing self-belief and developing teamwork skills. Our Main School structure sets to instil self-discipline, setting our students up for success in the real world as well as in the creative field.

Acting

Acting classes
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From mastering monologues and duologues to captivating ensemble group pieces, our Acting classes cover a wide range of acting element such as improvisation, devising, scriptwork, show scripts, tv and film. Our lessons are inclusive and engaging and encourage each student to reach their full potential.

Singing

Singing classes
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In our Singing classes we cover vocal technique where students learn to master their voice, project with confidence, and explore harmonies. From encouraging solo singing to teaching our students about vocal anatomy, our teachers offer a platform for every voice to shine and develop.

Dance

Dance classes
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At Footlights, we dive deep into the art of dance through a diverse range of styles including musical theatre, jazz, ballet, and more. Our teachers focus on developing dance technique from mastering intricate footwork to perfecting graceful movements. Our students immerse themselves in the world of dance, learning the fundamentals of each style and discovering their own unique flair. We are super inclusive from the absolute beginner to the more advanced dancers.

What are you waiting for?

Your child is welcome for a free trial at anytime, for more information please email bracknell@footlightstheatre.co.uk or call Serena on 07771 832 190