RE:ACT Performing & Production Arts provides award-winning classes and theatre opportunities for young people in Cardiff, Somerset and Bristol.
Our classes and theatre opportunities for young people strives to inspire the next generation of creatives. Create professional productions and memories, with like minded peers and experienced, welcoming staff. Cultivate new skills, build confidence and lay the foundations for a future in performing and production arts.
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Our rehearsals space have DBS Checked and First Aid Trained staff for your peace of mind. With extensive teaching and facilitation experience, we take the duty of care of student very seriously.
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What better way to understand the industry than to work with those in it? We host regular industry workshops with Broadway and West End stars. Previous guests have included Broadway’s Princess Jasmine, Isabelle McCalla and Six the Musical’s Natalie Paris.
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We are privileged to have globally renowned performer, Christina Bianco as our patron. From stage to screen, Christina Bianco’s singular voice and comedic charm have brought audiences around the world to their feet. Bianco captured international acclaim as a YouTube sensation with her ‘diva’ impression videos, gaining over 25 million views. Dubbed ‘the girl of a thousand voices,’ Christina has performed on major television programs such as The Ellen Degeneres Show and The Today Show, in the US, and The Paul O’Grady Show and This Morning, in the UK.
A Two-Time Drama Desk Award nominee, Christina made her West End debut starring in The Menier Chocolate Factory’s hailed production of Forbidden Broadway at the Vaudeville Theatre in London. New York credits include the one-woman, multi-character comedy, Application Pending (Drama Desk Award Nomination), The Marvelous Wonderettes (Missy), and Newsical the Musical. Other theatre credits include: Hello Dolly (Minnie Fay/Indianapolis Symphony), Rent (Maureen/Weston Playhouse), Beehive (Riverside Theatre) and Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Narrator/Drury Lane Theatre). Christina also played the iconic role of Fanny Brice at the Theatre Marigny’s celebrated production of Funny Girl in Paris, earning unanimous rave reviews. Christina was awarded the Trophee De Le Comedie Musicale for her performance. Most recently, Christina starred as LV in the 30th Anniversary UK tour of The Rise and Fall of Little Voice.
Television credits include the iTV’s The Imitation Game, POP TV sitcom Impress Me, Hallmark’s, Signed, Sealed, Delivered and frequent voice work for RuPaul’s Drag Race. Christina has performed her critically acclaimed concerts to sold out crowds in NYC and across the U.S. In the UK, she’s enjoyed extended runs headlining at London’s Hippodrome, Royal Albert Hall’s Elgar Room, Live at Zedel’s, The Charing Cross Theatre, The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and completed her second UK tour, titled, First Impressions in 2019. She recently made concert debuts in Switzerland, Spain and South Africa and in Australia, at The Sydney Opera House. Christina frequently performs with major US and Canadian symphonies and performs her solo symphony show under the direction of Maestro Jack Everly. You can find out more about Christina here.
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We are incredibly proud to be partnered with inclusive casting agency, ThirteenTen Talent. With over 20 years of experience, the ThirteenTen team are excited to be bursting onto the scene to make change within the industry, championing an inclusive and accessible industry for all. Working closely with our Education & Outreach Officer, this provides RE:ACT Performing & Production Arts students with access to exclusive, professional opportunities for stage, screen and beyond!
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We are proud to have a dedicated Education & Outreach Officer to facilitate opportunities for our students and support them with any educational needs to support their training. This includes self taping support, pre-audition session, personal statement editing and drama school or university advice.
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We believe in breaking down barriers in accessing theatre. This is why we facilitate regular reduced theatre trips throughout the year to regional and local theatres, negotiating huge savings for our students and their families.
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We understand that investing in training is a big commitment. That’s why the first session you join us for is treated as a trial. We’re confident you’ll love it!
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We offer a 20% sibling discount. We are always exploring options to ensure our training is accessible and affordable.