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Holiday weeks
Some spaces available
Please e-mail sam@redroofs.co.uk to reserve your place
Friday 4 July 2008
day school update 27/6/08
Internal news sheet
Thursday – Grade 3
We currently have students of 16 years looking for host families. Please contact sam@redroofs.co.uk
Friday 27 June 2008
Student Accomodation
link to:
http://www.maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk
This paper has an excellent accomodation section.Students generally need to be at SL6 4JT to start their day. Look for digs in Central to West Maidenhead. If renting look at Fairacre, Frascati Way, Boyn Hill areas for ease.
Tuesday 24 June 2008
Day School
News Update
Vocational Assessments – Monday 7th & Tuesday 8th July
All pupils will be taking part in Vocational Assessments on the following days:
Monday 7th July – Juniors, As & Bs.
Tuesday 8th July – Cs, Ds & Es.
The assessment will take place at The Novello Theatre, Sunninghill. All parents are warmly invited to come and watch the assessments. Parents stay for the duration of the assessments, which we expect to finish around 2.30pm. There will be a short lunch break. Pupils must bring a packed lunch and drink and are not permitted to leave the theatre.
Pupils must arrive at the theatre at 9.30am prompt. The assessments will begin at 10.00am. Coffee is available in the foyer for parents.
A list of uniform and requirements re props, music, hair etc will be issued to every child in due course.
Please note that the assessments are open to parents and staff only. Siblings, friends or other family members are not permitted.
Please note that pupils do not have to attend school on the day that they are not being assessed.
Dance Exam Coaching/After School Club
Many pupils are currently taking part in additional after school coaching sessions to prepare for forthcoming dance exams. Often siblings or pupils with whom they share lifts are asked to wait at school while these lessons are taking place. Since the dance teachers cannot be responsible for pupils who are waiting, they must go to the After School Club where they will be supervised. There is a charge of £2.50 for attending After School Club.
Lockers.
From September, all pupils must have their own locker.
You will find enclosed details of our locker hire scheme.
Ballet Exams.
A letter has been sent home with all pupils who are taking ballet exams in October. This letter contains the dates of the exams and of the mock exams. Please make sure that you have received this letter.
Monday 23 June 2008
Day School leavers
I know I'm who I am today because I knew you.
Our Day School leavers recently asked if they could give an assembly to mark their last day in school together. We had no idea what to expect. Redroofs does not give formal assemblies, but this was what the group wanted. It was as one might expect from the class of 2008, original, lively and worthwhile, and there were few dry eyes in the house by the end of the afternoon. They each wore the leavers sweatshirts they had had made, as did Mrs Cocksedge, our Academic Head who had been given one too as a parting present!
The presentation opened with a 3 part band, who forgot to turn the mic on, but continued all the same. Jo, our Headgirl read this:
Our class has probably been described as..the most "interesting", hyperactive and annoying class of Redroofs but also at the same time, the best! ...We've had our ups and downs but we have always come through it. We've been together through first loves, break ups, arguments, tears and tantrums. Everyone always said to us "Knuckle Down!" and "You're exams will be here soon." We didn't believe them at the time but look, here we are, on the other side of them now and moving on to new adventures.
It is very clear we're all going to miss Redroofs. We've been through so much it is really hard to say goodbye. We are all very lucky to have been here. One thing we can all say is, at Redroofs, you make friends for life.
To everyone else, enjoy your time here. It goes quickly. Just enjoy it. It was a real honour to be Head Girl at this school."
We were treated to a trio singing "For Good" from Wicked - I've heard it said that people come into our lives for a reason....And we are led to those who help us most to grow -if we let them, and we help them in return....I know I'm who I am today because I knew you....etc.
Comic moments as they pulled out memories from a hat, and Mrs Cocksedge in her Leavers sweatshirt, gave each a little insight into how they will be remembered.
The class presented some very personal gifts, and chocolates and flowers.
Through alot of tears, and emotional hugging, as would be expected of theatricals, their message came across loud and clear. Redroofs really isn't like any other school. They are now moving on, some to Dance Colleges, others to study for A Levels, others into our own college course, and we wish each and every one of them many more happy adventures. They have a great attitude and the confidence and adaptability to make the best of what is thrown at them and we really do hope they will come "home" often. You choose your friends, and some of us are also fortunate that we choose our family!
The afternoon drew to a close as Mrs Cocksedge and Miss Rose, on behalf of us all, wished them all the very best. I have a sneaking suspicion they may pop in to visit tomorrow!
written by Sam Keston whilst enjoying her chocolates!
Thursday 19 June 2008
Part Timers success.
More Little Dorrit
Lucas J and Oliver J have been cast in Little Dorrit. Well done to both.
Monday 16 June 2008
Holiday Weeks-Sound of Music,Hairspray,Wicked,Mary poppins,High School Musical,Little Mermaid,I'd do Anything, we will Rock You
spaces filling fast ...
Please download your form from the website.
Spaces strictly first come first served
To confirm a space please e-mail sam@redroofs.co.uk
Friday 13 June 2008
Part Time Pupils
Supervision
May we please remind parents that supervision before and after classes is the responsibility of the parent. The School is unable to take responsibility for children waiting as all teachers are in classes. Thankyou for your cooperation with this matter.
Thursday 12 June 2008
JENNY IS FLYING MI HIGH!!!
13 week contract for Day School Jenny
A celebration is in store for Jenny H-G this weekend. She has just been cast as AVRIL in "MI High" and will be filming for 13 weeks from the end of June.
We are all very proud of her. She is our 2nd series regular on MI High. Bethany S-D has been in the series for 2 years.
Friday 6 June 2008
Dance and Musical Theatre Autumn 2008
Updated classlist
Please note that many of our classes already have waiting lists, but we will do our utmost to accomodate you in September. Most of our pupils attend a combination of classes and unless stated the classes are at our Maidenhead school. All classes run to a tight timetable so you can opt for classes that run back-to-back. Likewise many pupils attend a mixture of drama and dance classes. Please do ask if you would like us to suggest a timetable.
Tuesday
3.30-4pm Tiny tots dance –age 3 and 4 years
4.15-5pm Tiny Tots musical theatre –age 4 and 5 years
5.30-7pm Musical Theatre -age 9-12
Wednesday
4.15-5 pm Little Angelina’s primary ballet –age 5-7
5-5.45 pm Ballet grade 2
4.30-5.30pm Musical theatre age 6-8
5.45-6.30pm Happy feet modern dance [beginners and improvers age 7-10 ]
5.45-6.30 Ballet grade 3
6.30-7.30pm Ballet grade 5
7-8 pm Adult tap improvers and advanced
8pm Adult tap complete beginners
Thursday
4.15-5pm Tiny tots musical theatre –age 4 and 5yrs –NEW CLASS
5-6.30 Musical Theatre –age 7-10
Friday
4.45-5.30pm Jazz age 9-12
5.30-7pm Musical theatre age 9-12
7-8.30 pm Musical theatre age 14 and over
Saturday
9 -9.45am Grade 3 tap
9.45-10.30 Grade 1 tap age 8-11
10.30-11.15 Happy feet beginners and primary tap age 6-8
9-10.30 am Musical theatre age 11-13
10.30-12 pm Musical theatre age 8-11
11.30-1pm Musical theatre age 8-11
12-1.30pm Musical theatre age 7-9
2-3.30pm Musical theatre age 8-11 NEW CLASS
1-2.30pm Musical theatre age 11-14
2.30-4pm Musical theatre age 13 and over
Thursday 5 June 2008
Hooray Harry!
Wrap!
As Harry Potter draws to an end for the current film may we take the opportunity to thank you all for your excellent work and attitude which has allowed us to be involved in every Harry Potter film! Our thanks too to all parents who cooperated in the chore of relicencing.
Wednesday 4 June 2008
Interim Spotlight entries
New pupils
Fiona McLean is our local photographer for new pupils taking interim entries in Spotlight. Her number is 0118 9349940 (daytimes only please) Redroofs pupils will be given a heavily discounted rate of £50.00 and she has a home studio in Charvil, Reading.
John Clark visits us in October and all Day Schoolers will be updated again at that time unless we are advised otherwise.
Tuesday 3 June 2008
More Redroofs Successes
Congratulations to...
Jackson D; Oliver J for Little Dorrit; also Ross R who shot an episode of My Family last week and Ross M who is now confirmed to play Young Jamie in Heartless.
Tuesday 3 June 2008
ISTD dance exam coaching
Compulsory classes for Day School only
ISTD Dance Exam coaching classes for day school pupils
These are compulsory sessions and all must attend .
Kelly Gibbs coaching
Friday 6th June, 3 - 4.30pm - Grade 2 Modern
Friday 13th June, 3 - 4.30pm - Grade 5 Modern
Friday 20th June 3 - 4.30pm - Int Mod Modern
Friday 27th June 3 - 4.30pm - Grade 2 Mod
Friday 4th July 3 - 3.45 - Grade 5 Mod
Friday 4th July 3.45 - 4.45 - Int Mod
Karen Smith coaching
Monday June 2nd June 9th June 16th June 23rd June 30th - 3-4pm -Grade 4 Modern
All Carolyn Kestons tap coaching sessions have been given out in hard copy!
Sunday 25 May 2008
5 more bookings
BBC Little Dorrit
Lucy, Zack and 6 year old Hollie have been chosen for a full week as scamps while Cal W.O (5)and Saffron Q have been chosen to play 2 of the principal characters as children, on Little Dorrit. Cal is the son of Val Weyland who was a full time student here 24 years ago. He appeared in the Starry Starry Night performance as the mini-roadie!
Congratulations to them all.
Wednesday 21 May 2008
Congrats Anton
Anton Wright
Congratulations to Anton Wright on our 2 yr screen course who filmed on Friday for the new Gun Culture season promo/idents.
Monday 19 May 2008
Congrats Ross
Day School Success
Ross Mc C is to play Young Jamie in Heartless.
Monday 19 May 2008
Day School Reminder
Please note the following
Important reminder to all pupils
Please note the following rules for all vocational classes.
Absolutely NO mobile phones can be taken into class. They will be confiscate immediately.
Children are NOT permitted to leave classes while they are in progress. Drama classes must stay in ONE room with their teacher. They may not at any time be dispatched to work in other rooms or outside. Water must be brought into class at beginning.
No talking during lessons!
Correct uniform must be worn for all classes :
To clarify –
Musical theatre and Drama – Jazz trousers, black jazz shoes, T shirts . Hair tied back. No jewellery
Ballet – Ballet leotard, Ballet tights, belt, Hair in bun with hair net, bun pins and yellow scrunchie, no fringes no jewellery. No jumpers other than black ballet crossovers. Pink ballet shoes with elastic.
Ballet boys – Back tights, White leotard, white ballet shoes with elastic, male supports! long hair tied back neatly .
Tap Jazz and Modern
Girls – Black and yellow leotards , black lycra tights, black tap shoes, black jazz shoes or bare feet. No jumpers
Boys –Black jazz shoes , black Redroofs trousers, T shirt ,Black tap shoes
Chewing gum is strictly forbidden at all times.
Friday 16 May 2008
McDonalds
country kid!
Congratulations to Taylor who was selected at last weeks casting and will be shooting for McDonalds next week.
Monday 12 May 2008
day school newsletter
9th May
* Due to the late finish time of the charity show on Sunday, Day School pupils are permitted to arrive at school up to 10.00am on Monday. The school of course will be open for those pupils who do come to school at the usual time. * We are still collecting Sainsbury's and Tesco school vouchers - please send them in to school if you have any.
Friday 9 May 2008
Day School notices
wk ending 25/4/08
* School Uniform. Everyone should be wearing Summer uniform by Tuesday 6th May. (The day after the Bank Holiday.) All pupils must be wearing the complete uniform. * Spring Term Report reply slips. Please return these as soon as possible if you have not already done so.
Friday 25 April 2008
Congratulations
to...
George Reeve and Mel Barker who have won prestigious scholarships to enable them to take up their places at Laine Theatre Arts. We are absolutely thrilled for them both.
Friday 25 April 2008
Day School
New(er) pupils
If your son/daughter was not at Redroofs when photo sittings took place and you would like to take an entry in Spotlight before next year please telephone Spotlight direct on 0207 437 7631 and ask for interim entry forms for the childrens edition. You will need to arrange for your own headshots to be taken. We can put you in touch with a good local photographer or you may have a photo suitable for inclusion.
Tuesday 22 April 2008
Congratulations to:
our first group of little victorians!
Dora Gee,Darcy Mills,Zack Middleton,Jude Martin,Sasha Eastabrook,Joseph Moore Sophie Babreh,Jennifer Clarke,William Bailey,Hannah Reilly and Elliot Francis as the Errand Boy who have all been selected for filming.
Monday 21 April 2008
Advertising
Current campaigns...
Jordan S and Andy Pandini eating Dominos pizzas!
Luke H, Marcus C and Tom D as Public schoolboys in the new 'POSH TO BE PRIVILEGED' car campaign
Tuesday 15 April 2008
BBC drama
Exciting news
Just as Harry Potter is drawing to a close we have just had our first call on a new BBC drama which we anticipate will involve about 70 children. Lists not yet available but this is going to be an exciting job for some of our pupils...more news very soon!
Sunday 13 April 2008
Francesca and Jake
SOUND OF MUSIC
Two Day Schoolers, Francesca and Jake who reached the finals are now :
Official offers! Howzatt!!! They will start their contracts for The Sound of Music on 19th May .
What a shame the news is out before school goes back!!! There's nothing like Redroofs on a day when our pupils score a West End success!
They will be in 2 seperate teams. Jake said this morning "There was alot of eliminating happening but they didn't eliminate me. They were matching us up into families. Then we knew we'd got it."
Huge congratulations to you both, and very well done too to Hazel who was knocked out last week but also came close.
This is a challenging schedule with no summer holiday, but that's showbusiness!
Friday 11 April 2008
Elliot Francis - TV success
BBC Comedy for Elliot
Following an audition last month which didn't go his way, we learnt today that Elliot has been offered a small part in "After You've Gone" also for BBC comedy on the strength of that audition.
Well done Elliot!
Friday 11 April 2008
Tara Bethan (Williams)...in the Top 10
Despite her illness she stays in the game!
An incredibly challenging week for Tara who despite her throat turned in a fantastic performance last night.
Keep watching and PLEASE KEEP VOTING.
Sunday 6 April 2008
Jessica O and Lucy S
Animation / live action
An exciting opportunity for Jessica and Lucy who are filming a short film next week. We will ask them to write a short piece to tell you all about it!
Thursday 3 April 2008
Student Dates - 2 Year Courses 2008-9
Provisional dates - subject to alteration
1st and 2nd yr dates for 2008 -9
Autumn Term
Tues 23 Sept 10am Induction
Half term Mon 20 Oct to Fri 31 oct
Term ends Fri 12 Dec
Spring Term
Mon 5 Jan
Half term Mon 9 Feb to Fri 20 Feb
Term ends Fri March 27
Summer term
Tues 21 April
Half termMon 25 May to Fri 5 June
Term ends Fri 10th July
Thursday 3 April 2008
Post Grad dates 2008-9
subject to alteration
Course commences Tues Sept 16th
Half term Mon 20 - Fri 24 Oct inclusive
Course break from Thurs 19th Dec to Mon 5th Jan
returning Tues 6th Jan to Fri 6 Feb
Graduation screening approx May (date to be confirmed)
Please note that these are attendance dates, not billing dates. The course is billed in 2 9wk terms, for tuition 16th Sept to 21st Nov and tuition 24th Nov to 6th Feb.
Thursday 3 April 2008
Agency Updates
Billy Elliot and Sound of Music
Thanks to all those who represented Redroofs and themselves so well at the auditions and recalls this week. Unfortunately no Billy Elliot successes this time round but very well done to Gemma D, Laura M and Bethany who did very well indeed.
Several children still in the running for Sound of Music.
Wednesday 26 March 2008
Agency news
congrats this week to...
Kit who will be shooting a corporate video over the Easter break
Jordan S shooting for Domino Pizza this week.
Thanks to all of those who represented Redroofs at the Mary Poppins and Les Mis auditions and recalls this week.
Friday 14 March 2008
Kate Winslet crew to Redroofs
Maidenheaad Advertiser
 | http://www.maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk/news_article.php?section=5&category=89&story=5826 Kate Winslet documentary brings camera crew to Redroofs Canadian documentary-makers have captured the talents of Redroofs Theatre School students on film as part of a profile on its most famous former student. Production company A+E rolled into town last week as part of a programme being prepared on the stellar career of Kate Winslet. Winslet, recognised as a genuine Hollywood A-lister after landing starring roles in blockbusters including Titanic, spent five years learning her trade at Redroofs. While at the school in Bath Road, Maidenhead, the actress appeared on stage in Peter Pan and Adrian Mole, before going on to play Juliet Hulme in Heavenly Creatures. Director of Redroofs, and Winslet's ex teacher, Carolyn Mayling said: "The children are delighted to be in the documentary. "Knowing that Kate Winslet was a ex-pupil at Redroofs is really inspiring for them. The young girls often ask me 'was Kate actually in this room?'." The documentary on Kate Winslet's life will be aired in Canada on completion, on channel CTV. |
Tuesday 11 March 2008
More Day School successes!
Model pupils...
Congratulations today to:
Will D; William B ; Darcy; Sophie K; Callum S; Luke,Leo and Zack Mi. who have all been pencilled as photographic models. They will be shooting in the Easter holidays.
Thursday 6 March 2008
Day School Dates
Autumn 2008-Summer 2009
Autumn Term begins Wed 10th September 2008
Half Term Oct 20-31st (2 weeks)
Term ends December 9th
Spring Term begins Wed 7th January 2009
Half term (1 week) Feb 16-20th
Term ends March 24th 2009
Summer Term 2009
Term begins Wed April 22nd 2009
Half term (1 week) May 25-29th
Term ends July 14th 2009
Tuesday 26 February 2008
Date Sheets Update
2 year Screen and Musical Theatre Course
PLEASE NOTE THAT EACH DEPARTMENT HAS ITS OWN DATES
Easter Term ends Thurs 20th March 2008
Summer Term commences Mon 21st April
Half term Mon 26th May to Fri 6th June inclusive
End of academic Year Fri 11th July 2008
Tuesday 26 February 2008
