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At Stagecoach Performing Arts Chichester, Emma Bentley helms a leading performing arts group and dance school in Chichester, United Kingdom. Catering to children aged 4-18, the school offers drama, dance, and singing classes designed to build confidence and communication skills in a fun, supportive setting.
Emma ensures that every team member at Stagecoach Chichester is thoroughly vetted with an Enhanced DBS check, so parents can trust that their children are in safe hands. The school boasts an impressive 100% pass rate in performing arts examinations, with students consistently achieving distinctions.
Stagecoach Chichester also offers holiday workshops, expanding opportunities for students to develop their skills. Notably, their productions, like the sold-out “The Addams Family” at the Alexandra Theatre, receive tremendous audience acclaim, showcasing the pupils' outstanding talents.
For older students, aged 15 and above, the Further Stages programme provides an advanced platform to refine their performance skills, participating in shows such as the Cabaret. Students also have the unique chance to perform in professional operas, with recent highlights including “Madame Butterfly.”
Emma’s team expresses gratitude to NHS workers by offering a 10% discount on termly fees and workshops for parents/caregivers involved in the healthcare sector. Stagecoach Chichester also garners recognition for performances at prestigious venues like the Shaftesbury Theatre in London.
The school runs two primary programmes: Early Stages for ages 4–6 and Main Stages for ages 6–18. Both include singing, dancing, and drama, ensuring a seamless progression through the stages of performing arts education. Classes are conveniently scheduled at Bishop Luffa C of E School, Westgate, Chichester, with a two-week trial period available for new students.
Stagecoach Performing Arts Chichester, under Emma Bentley’s guidance, remains committed to nurturing each student’s potential and fostering a lifelong passion for the performing arts.
