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Calling all performers aged 7 – 21!
This summer is designed for young performers who are ready to take their performing arts training to the next level!
BRILL!ANT Theatre Youth Group Productions and The Eric Morecambe Centre are proud to present our Brilliant Theatre Summer Intensives 2026!
Join us for TWO intensive projects this summer:
WEST END MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE: 27th July - 1st August 2026, 9AM - 5PM (ages 7 - 21)
ADVANCE ACTING INTENSIVE : 3rd August - 8th August 2026, 9AM - 5PM (ages 11 - 21)
Our professional, highly-trained Creative Teams will help you expand your performing skills, knowledge, and techniques throughout the week. Join a community of like-minded passionate young performers, and spend a week in a working theatre space, creating beautiful performances performed to a live audience.
Scroll down for more information, book a space, and read our FAQs.
Spaces are limited - don't miss out on being part of something Brilliant this summer!
WEEK ONE:
WEST END MUSICAL THEATRE WEEK
27th July - 1st Aug 2026, 9AM - 5PM
Ages 7 - 21 (60 spaces)
£250 (£6.25 per hour) + ticketsource booking fees
Join us for a week of workshops, technique classes and audition-level preparation. Celebrating all the shows we'd love to do! Featuring Beetlejuice, Hadestown, Heathers, and much more!
Students will receive detailed feedback from tutors and performers currently working in the professional industry throughout the week. We'll create a mock West End standard audition environment, all whilst nurturing and encouraging young performers.
Plus spend each day creating beautiful pieces of musical theatre for a live showing of your work on the last day of the intensive.
WEEK TWO:
ADVANCED ACTING WEEK
3rd Aug - 8th Aug 2026, 9AM - 5PM
Ages 11 - 21 (30 spaces)
£250 (£6.25 per hour) + ticketsource booking fees
This week is designed for students who already have performance experience and are ready to be challenged!
Creating a play in just five days, young performers will work intensively with our professional Creative Team on the literary classic Treasure Island - but with some modern twists!
From in-depth text exploration, character development, and ensemble techniques, participants will learn rehearsal discipline, develop their acting skills, and experience how to create theatre under time pressure.
With only 30 spaces, this promises to be an Intensive like no other, with a chance for every participant to showcase their work.
What's an Intensive?
BE INSPIRED
Spend one or two unforgettable weeks rehearsing with our professional, highly-trained Creative Team. Designed for passionate young performers who want to take their training to the next level, our Summer Intensives not only develop performing arts skills but foster confidence, resilience, and tenacity. Whether you're aiming to sharpen your technique or grow as a performer, we’re here to ignite your passion.
PERFORM
The culmination of our Intensives is a fully staged production, performed in front of a live audience. With top-notch production values, people say our shows feel like a trip to the West End! Every participant has the chance to shine, gaining valuable onstage experience, whilst embracing creativity, focus and teamwork.
Check out our previous shows HERE!
GROW
Beyond the stage, our Summer Intensives are a journey of personal and professional growth. More than just a performance opportunity, this is a chance to join a family of like-minded peers. In our nurturing, supportive environment, you’ll build lifelong friendships and be celebrated for who you are. We’re committed to making sure every participant’s personal wellbeing is our top priority.
FAQs
Is it a stay-over camp? Nope - sessions will take place at the Eric Morecambe Centre Harpenden, every day of the project 9AM - 5PM.
Do you have to audition? No - this experience is open to anyone. We will offer an opportunity for participants to send self tapes at a later date. Those wishing to apply for solo singing, dance, or speaking roles should plan to do this. More information coming soon.
What do I need to bring to the Intensive? Bring: Plenty of water, a nut free lunch, and any emergency medication. Wear: Comfortable clothing and trainers / dance shoes for movement.
What is the fee? Fee: Musical Theatre Week - £250 (+£21 booking fee) Acting Week - £250 (+ £21 booking fee) This helps cover production costs like performance rights, costumes, rehearsal space, theatre hire, and hiring our professional Creative team.
What if I need adjustments or special requirements? We believe all young people should have access to the arts. We welcome performers of all abilities and do not discriminate. If you require any adjustments please contact us to discuss your needs at productions@brillianttheatrearts.co.uk
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