Belfast School of Performing Arts

Northern Ireland's Leading Theatre School For 3-19 Year Olds

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The Sunday Sessions

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AN UNMISSABLE OPPORTUNITY

We are excited to be offering this new addition to our first term. We have assembled some of the best and most experienced professionals in their areas to pass on to the lucky ones who work with them their experience, insight, and knowledge. For actors, dancers and singers these are simply not to be missed.

Along with this we will be creating, devising and shooting our own short film over a 2 month period. If you want to be involved in this, whether that’s in front of the camera or behind it, this is for you!

ALL CLASSES FOR 14YRS UP

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4th October 2020

“Behind the Barricade”

Masterclass on Les Misérables with Killian Donnelly.

Killian has risen through the ranks of Les Miserables since joining the London cast in 2008. He worked his way up from understudy to a student and eventually to playing a number of lead roles, he also appeared in the film and played Jean Val Jean in the international tour of the show.

Killian has also played leading roles in such musicals as The Commitments and Memphis both on the West End and Kinky Boots on Broadway. Most recently he was also was playing the role of the Phantom in the UK tour of the show up until it halted due to Covid19.

The chance to work with him is a fantastic opportunity for anyone between the ages of 14 and 25 who loves musical theatre.

He will work with those who take part on the characters, the music, and the story that makes this the iconic musical it is.

A not to be missed experience for anyone who loves this incredible show.

Time: 9am – 4pm

Please note there are discounts for anyone taking part in all sessions.

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11th / 18th October 2020

8th / 15th / 22nd November 2020

6th / 13th December 2020

“The Film”

Come together as part of a team and create your own short film. Under the guidance of Ross White, you will begin to develop the skills required to turn your ideas into an on-screen reality. Learn what is needed both in front of the camera and behind it to deliver “The Film”.

Ross White is a professional actor & writer working on stage and in film across the UK & Ireland. Following his training at the Guildford School of Acting, Ross began writing for stage and screen. He has performed his own work in venues such as Lyric Hammersmith, Theatre Royal Stratford East, Abbey Theatre Dublin and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. His debut play ‘Donal The Numb’ premiered at London’s VAULT Festival in 2018.

Ross is excited to work with some of BSPA’s older students to create a series of innovative short films.

If you want to be part of this you must be available for all dates.

Time: 10am – 2pm (each week it is happening)

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20th December 2020

“Acting To The Camera”

Cameron Jack (Film and TV actor) has appeared in films such as Christopher Nolan’s “The Dark Knight Rises”, “Perfect Skin” and “Calibre”. His TV credits include “Emmerdale”, “Silent Witness”, “Outlander” and “Call the Midwife”. He will be passing on his huge amount of knowledge and working on the best methods to approach performance for screen and tv.

Time: 10am – 6pm

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29th December 2020

“Dance Hamilton”

A Dance Workshop with Kelly Downing (Member of Hamilton West End cast).

You don’t need us to tell you “Hamilton” is a worldwide phenomenon. Well this is a chance to work on the dances with Kelly. Apart from “Hamilton” she has also appeared in “Grease” and “The Bodyguard”. She also danced for Olly Murs at the Brit Awards and her Q&A at the end of the session may help answer a few questions for anyone thinking of taking this up as a full time career.

Time: 10am – 6pm – session followed by Q&A 

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29th November 2020

“We will rock you”

A Masterclass with David Michael Johnson on Rock Musicals. David (or DMJ as he’s known to his friends) is an American lead performer from shows such as “We Will Rock You”, “Starlight Express”, “Rent” and “Jesus Christ Superstar”.

He talks about and works on the unique style needed for a rock musical, the vocal technique that can help you achieve this, and the ways to deliver a stand-out performance.

Time:  10am – 6pm

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28th December 2020

“Hamilton Dance Workshop”

A Dance Workshop with Kelly Downing (Member of Hamilton West End cast).

You don’t need us to tell you “Hamilton” is a worldwide phenomenon. Well this is a chance to work on the dances with Kelly. Apart from “Hamilton” she has also appeared in “Grease” and “The Bodyguard”. She also danced for Olly Murs at the Brit Awards and her Q&A at the end of the session may help answer a few questions for anyone thinking of taking this up as a full time career.

Age: 7-13 years

Time: 2pm – 4.15pm – session followed by Q&A 

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kelly downing

29th December 2020

“Hamilton Dance Workshop”

A Dance Workshop with Kelly Downing (Member of Hamilton West End cast).

You don’t need us to tell you “Hamilton” is a worldwide phenomenon. Well this is a chance to work on the dances with Kelly. Apart from “Hamilton” she has also appeared in “Grease” and “The Bodyguard”. She also danced for Olly Murs at the Brit Awards and her Q&A at the end of the session may help answer a few questions for anyone thinking of taking this up as a full time career.

Age: 7-13 years

Time: 10am – 12.15pm – session followed by Q&A 

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Make an Enquiry

If you would like to enquire about enrolling your child at the BSPA or request an up-to date price list, please call us on 028 9560 8640 or email info@thebspa.co.uk. Alternatively, please fill in this form and we will call you as soon as possible.