Masters Performing Arts College is an independent dance/musical theatre college based in the town of Rayleigh in Essex, England. The college was founded in 1995 by former professional dancer and dance teacher Wendy Headford.
The College is now ( 2017 ) run, managed & owned by 3 directors:
- Matthew Plummer BA (Hons) - Principal
- Michaela Headford A.I.S.T.D. Dip - College Director
- Liam O'Donoghue - Managing Director
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Training
Key areas of study include ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary dance, singing and drama.
The college offer one course:
- Professional 3 Year Diploma in Musical Theatre/Dance
The college course is accredited by the Council for Dance Education and Training.
The college offer its own scholarship/funding awards.
The college has over 100 students.
The college is also an approved centre of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. Students have the opportunity to gain nationally recognised dance teaching qualifications with the organisation, in ballet, tap and modern theatre dance.
The college stages an annual production in July at The Shaw Theatre - London to showcase work across all 3 years. This is attended by industry and parents / guardians.
The college also stages a Year 3 - Graduate Year Showcase at The Leicester Square Theatre in May each year which many agents/directors in the industry attend in helping the graduates gain agent representation & employment.
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Notable alumni
- Nathalie Emmanuel- Sasha Valentine- Hollyoaks- Channel 4
- Clare Foster- Millie Brown- The Bill- ITV (Currently playing the lead role of Polly Barker in the West End revival of Crazy For You)
- Katie Collins- Top Commercial Dancer- T.V. & Arena tours (Leona Lewis 'Labyrinth Tour' 2010)
- Anthony Whiteman- Dance Captain- Billy Elliot the Musical- West End
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