Caversham students shine on West End stage

STUDENTS from a Caversham theatre school made an appearance in the West End late last month, showcasing their talents.

Members of Stagecoach Performing Arts headed to London to perform on the stage of His Majesty’s Theatre.

This was the third time they had taken part in the show, and this year it was a show about blurring the lines between heroes and villains, something created by the students. Preparations started last October to ensure the performance was noteperfect.

Songs included Miley Cyrus’s Prisoner, Billie Eilish’s Bad Guy, and Olivia Rodrigo’s Vampire, along with Disconnect by Becky Hill, Superheroes by The Script, and House of Memories by Panic! At The Disco.

Joining the 22 students from Caversham were Stagecoach members from across the UK including Camberley, Sidcup, Chigwell, Watford, Maidstone West, Totton, Potters Bar and Westonsuper-Mare.

Yasmin Yazdi, principal of Stagecoach Performing Arts in Caversham, said: “It was such a highlight for our eldest students and something they look forward to each year.

“They have pushed themselves out of their comfort zone, and to witness our students unite and showcase their talents, I’m incredibly proud of them.”

Jacqueline Anderson, who helped the troupe prepare for the show, said: “It’s such a privilege to be able to help prepare the children for such a special day alongside our fantastic team.

“Every one of the students brings something different to the table and to witness them take on the challenge and see the joy in their faces once all the hard work has paid off is magic.”