ROCK POP MUSICALS
INTENSIVE & SHOWCASE
Take your next step in a professional rehearsal environment...
Train. Perform. Stand out. Join our exclusive 5-day rock and pop performance intensive with showcase finale. Designed to unleash your inner diva and pop star. Build elite dance and vocal skills tailored for commercial musical theatre, cruise contracts, strictly tours, and the wider commercial performance industry.
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7th - 11th April 2026​
The Manor Studios: LDN​​
10 - 17.30pm
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Work with Creative Director
Stuart Glover
Choreographers
James Bennett,
Josh Bass Pilmore,
Jemima Gillespie
​Vocal Coach
Michelle Pentecost
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Routines from
Moulin Rouge
MJ the Musical
The Bodyguard
We Will Rock You
Mama Mia
And Juliet
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Showcase your commerical MT dance and vocal skills supported by world class creative team.
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£300 for the weeks course
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INSTENSIVE MASTERCLASS
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Have you been auditioning with no success?
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Are you looking for a new agent?
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Do you want to polish your triple threat skills?
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Do you wan't to network with leading creatives?
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Do you want to experience the London scene?
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Do you want to showcase your vocals?
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Do you need live performance footage?
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Do you want to step out of your current bubble?
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Need to up your stamina before your next contract?
WHAT'S TO GAIN?
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Perform for casting directors
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Build relationships with leading creatives
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Work on your audition technique
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Work on your solo vocal skills
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Review CV & Headshots with casting specialist
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Expand your network with like minded individuals
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Exclusive live showreel footage
SHOWCASE
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You’ll perfect your solo material, dive into powerful, high-impact group routines, and level up your audition skills and then it’s showtime!
Take centre stage and perform for an exclusive audience of agents, casting directors, choreographers, and industry insiders, with the chance to invite your friends and family to cheer you on and be part of the moment.
A rich, inspiring experience designed to supercharge your confidence and give your career a first-class boost.
Every moment of the week is carefully crafted to help you shine, maximising your exposure, sharpening your skills, and making the most of every opportunity.​
Limited places available for April 2026 course
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SHOWREEL SHOOTS
Work with the next step creative team to create your own bespoke performance showreel. Capture your talent with our high end cinematographer and guided all the way by top director, choreographer & casting specialist. ​
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A days shoot in a theatrical setting will lead to an exclusive video edit that will help you stand out from the crowd and take your career to the next step. ​
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With advice performance, technique, styling presentation, the Next Step experience will provide you with a top quality showreel that has become an essential tool in today’s entertainment world. ​
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Full day shoot, artist development & final edit with bonus social media teaser.
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TESTIMONIALS
'The classes and workshops with various industry professionals allowed me to gain an insight of the industry and reach a high standard of technique and performance in both dance and musical theatre'
PAIGE BLACKWELL
They helped me achieve my best performance through a sharp attention to detail. They taught me discipline and respect for all people I would interact with. This professional approach and teaching style helped me grow as a dancer and artist'
ELLA NONINI
'With their support and encouragement I then signed with a talent agency and landed my first professional job as a lead vocalist on a luxury ship. I have so many amazing memories of my time spent with them'
ANNA HANNIDES
CREATIVE DIRECTORS
STUART GLOVER
Stuart is a Creative Director/Producer with success in the UK, USA and all over Europe.A sharp eye for detail and a passion for music, dance and performance have lead to success in the world of theatre, music, fashion, circus, cruise entertainment and corporate events.
Most recently, Creative Director for Christmas at Backyard Cinema in London, Everybody Dance with Claire Richards UK Tour and West End performance at the London Palladium.
Creative Producer on The SpongeBob Musical UK Tour and London residency, We Will Rock You World Tour, Footloose UK Tour and Madagascar UK Tour.
Creative Producer & Director on a host of Strictly shows FIREDANCE & SPEAKEASY UK TOURS starring Karen & Gorka, ANTON & ERIN UK tours for 4 consecutive years, GET ON THE FLOOR! starring AJ Pritchard. Stuart originated and launched An Audience with Anton du Beke.
Stuart has worked with a host of West End and chart stars in one off concerts at the UK's major concert halls including Marisha Wallace, Kerry Ellis, Ben Forster, Bradley Jaden, Kimberley Walsh in titles such as Now 80s Live, Christmas Spectacular and The Greatest Showtunes.
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Stuart created Cirque Enchantmentment which has toured UK Theatres for 10 years in additional to seasonal residences. He also created Rock the Circus - European Tour and was Creative Director for The Holographic Circus workshops.
He wrote and created 6 stunning new shows for Celebrity Cruises in 2015 including Rock City, Broken Strings and Elysium. Stuart has also created shows for P&O and Talink.
Director and Choreographer for over 20 Pantomimes for Qdos, Imagine and resident at theatres across the UK.
Stuart directed and choreographed over 20 casts for Sensatori Entertainment Casts across Europe in various review shows including Rocket Man, The Back for Good Ball, Wickedly Broadway and more.
Stuart has directed productions of Fame, Hairspray, A Chorus Line, Bring It On, Annie, Gypsy, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Stepping Out.
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Stuart is frequently casting new dance and vocal talent across all of his work.
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MANDY ELLEN
Mandy Ellen prides herself on being a very approachable principal - she always has time to listen and offer support where she can, whilst ensuring that her very high standards are maintained.
She has always instilled in both her students and her team that although she expects the very best ‘learning can be fun’.​ Mandy founded her school over 30 years ago, having successfully trained pupils in all aspects of dance. It wasn’t long before she realised that the next step to supporting her pupils in their chosen field was to offer full time professional training.
Mandy Ellen opened her first purpose-built studios in January 2005 and following an amazing six months, decided to open the doors to her full-time performing arts college, offering pupils a local alternative to professional training without the need or expense to travel to London.
As such her aim has always been to offer the very best training in musical theatre and dance but at a price that is affordable and therefore ensuring everyone has access to some of the very best training available.
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Mandy is also the principal and proprietor of MEPA Academy and Mandy Ellen Kids Agency offering students from KS3 and KS4 full time academic and vocational education whilst also providing professional work for performers of all ages.
Believing in unique tailored training to nurture and develop every student ensuring they have the best chances on developing their physical skill set, professional academic knowledge, and mental stability to maintain a successful healthy life in the performing arts industry.
Mandy is proud to have seen students working across various sectors in the industry such as:
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West End:
Billy Elliott, Matilda, Singing in the Rain.
Tours and Overseas:
Joseph and his Technicolour Dream Coat, Moulin Rouge, Wannabe, Grease, Cats, P&O Cruises, Carnival, Costa Cruises, Royal Caribbean
TV & Film:
Barbie the Movie, Matilda the Movie, various music videos including Sam Smith, Robbie Williams, Shane Ward and various commercials – to name just a few!
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CREATIVE TEAM
JOSH BASS PILMORE
JEMIMA GILLESPIE
JAMES BENNETT
MICHELLE PENTECOST
TESTIMONIALS
'Because of the direct access of working alongside Stuart, it gave me the opportunity to learn from his techniques and take inspiration from his highly sought after work ethos and his innovative and unique vision for live performance'
NICKY NEWMAN
'Stuarts Creativity and passion shine through in ALL of his work. With modern vision, an eye for intricate detail and an incredible work ethic, he motivates and leads any team he works with.'
DAN BURGEES
'I worked with Debbie Paul on a Next Step project and she is one of the most passionate, determined and kind-hearted creatives, I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. She brings such a fantastic energy and genuinely cares"