Talented students from Ashby are among those from Stagecoach Performing Arts schools across the East Midlands who have been part of an annual two-week Summer Showcase.

After a fortnight immersed in learning and rehearsals, the students will put on four show-stopping performances of "The Addams Family" musical at the historic Beck Theatre in West London this weekend (August 12/13).

The students will have the opportunity to perform the full production of fan favourites including, Full Disclosure, Pulled and When You're an Addams, as the character of Wednesday Addams finds love in the world-renowned classic tale of family fun and comedy for all to enjoy.

Among the budding stars are several international students that have travelled across the world to take part in the event.

Some students flew in from schools from Malta, Germany and Australia.

The students have had the chance to absorb and hone their performing arts skills with a professional creative team. 

This follows a variety of amazing performances by Stagecoach schools throughout the year, as many students missed out on performing live in 2020.

The international production offers Ashby students a chance to come together, learn and perform with those from across the world.

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Three performances will be open to the public, with a fourth available for family and staff.

To book tickets, click HERE.

Director Gary Jerry said: "To be working on Stagecoach's Flagship Production as Director is an absolute honour.

"Our amazing Creative team are delighted that this year's process brings together an incredible amount of talented and diverse young performers from all over the world, coming together to create thought-changing theatre and making memorable life experiences for all".

Stagecoach Performing Arts reported a ten per cent rise in student enrolments since 2019, and prides itself on building Creative Courage For Life® among students.

The Global film entitled 'Stagecoach Performing Arts Presents' celebrating Stagecoach's students in real time was released in June 2022.

Filmed with seamless bold single-take production, the film highlights what an immersive experience each element of song, dance and acting can be for all of the students at Stagecoach Performing Arts.

Stagecoach East Midlands schools are part of a network of more than 3,000 extra-curricular Performing Arts Schools worldwide.

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Stagecoach aims to make a difference in its students' lives by teaching Creative Courage for Life and many children have gone on to study and work in Performing Arts from blockbuster films to countless roles in local theatre productions.

Early Stages classes are available for children aged four to six and Main Stages classes take place for six to 18-year-olds every weekend during term time.

For more information about Stagecoach Performing Arts in Ashby click HERE or call 01483 247404.