Shout it from the Rooftop!
Launch of new performing arts academy and recording studios
YOUNGSTERS with a passion for acting, singing and dancing are in luck – with the launch of a brand-new studio.
The venture in Leek is a new branch of leading Staffordshire academy Rooftop Studios, which was established in Stone in 1990.
Offering a host of opportunities for young people to develop skills in dance and the performing arts, Rooftops has seen many students go on to train at leading vocational performing arts schools - including Mountview Theatre Arts, Arts Educational Schools, Millenium Performing Arts and the Guildford School of Acting.
Classes at the studios in Newspaper House in Brook Street, are led by professional performers and the timetable caters for all ages - including:
a Stage Academy helping students hone skills in singing, drama and musical theatre;
a Dance Academy incorporating many styles of dance and acro taking students from beginner level to internationally-recognised exams and adult dance classes.
And thanks to exceptional industry connections, the studio also hosts regular workshops with West End stars which will offer youngsters the chance to learn from the pros.
The space is also home to a professional recording studio headed up by songwriter, music producer and mix engineer Matt Ball. Matt will work with artists and bands in the studio and also teach guitar lessons and music production for adults and children to learn to mix and master music.
The new Leek studio is headed up by Studio Director Claire Simpson, who is a former Rooftop Studios student herself.
Claire went onto train in Musical Theatre at Performers’ College and The Urdang Academy before embarking on a 10-year career with the Walt Disney Company, where she worked for 10 years.
Claire says: “The studio opened its doors on September 13 and I couldn’t be happier with the response – there has been fantastic interest in all classes and I am really excited about the future.
“The recording studio side of things offers a great new dimension in that our private singing lesson pupils will be able to record their own performances, and work alongside our music production students to create original music.
“I think now more than ever children and adults alike need this creative outlet!
“Anyone who’s interested in joining any class is welcome to come along for a free trial and get a feel for the whole Rooftop experience.”
For more information on Rooftop Studios and its diverse range of classes, head to www.rooftopstudios. co.uk Facebook - Rooftopstudiosleek Instagram @Rooftopstudiosleek
FOUNDED in 1990 by Principal Elaine Bird, Rooftop Studios offers a host of opportunities for young people to develop skills in dance and the performing arts. The studio’s dance and drama school offers structured, individual agegroup sessions from ages three-18.
Stage Academy provides youngsters aged 8-18 the opportunity to develop their talents in Dance, Drama and Singing. With a strong focus on honing skills and developing confidence, classes take place on Saturdays throughout the academic year.
Little Stage Academy Offers children aged 3-5yrs and 6-8yrs to get a head start in tdance, drama and singing – the perfect training ground for little stars!