The Cresset’s thriving Performing Arts Programme is dedicated to creating and providing opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities to explore their individuality and celebrate their talents through various aspects of Performing Arts. The programme provides an excellent grounding for children and young adults who are interested in developing their skills purely because it’s something they are passionate about or even with a view to pursuing a career in the industry.
This programme is co-ordinated by our Performing Arts Development Officer, Monique Benoiton-Smith. Monique has a wealth of experience in Performing Arts having trained at the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts in London and ranking up credits through her work in theatre, television, film and radio. Monique is still actively working in the industry as a Theatre Director, Choreographer and Producer.
For more information on our projects see below. If you wish to discuss a potential project, or represent a school, group or organisation who would be interested in a performing arts collaboration you can contact a member of the performing arts team by emailing [email protected]
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Current Events
Primary Schools Dance Showcase
For many years, The Cresset has held two annual productions where we invite primary schools from across the Greater Peterborough area to take part in our Primary Dance Showcases. Each school is responsible for producing their own dance routine that fits in with the chosen theme for each production. The shows are well supported by schools and parents as it is such an unforgettable experience for children to be able to perform their routines in a professional theatre, with all the lights, effects and applause that they fully deserve.
Showcases are held every year in February and June.
If you are interested in finding out more regarding these showcases, future dates and what’s involved, please contact the performing arts team by emailing [email protected]
Dance on Board
This exciting showcase celebrates the vast talent that exists in dance and theatre schools from across the Greater Peterborough area.
With presentations of ballet, street, contemporary, tap, musical theatre, performing arts and more, it is a great way to see so many schools coming together and putting on a vibrant and diverse show.
If your dance or performing arts school would like to be involved in the next ‘Dance On Board’ show, which takes place in November please get in touch – [email protected]
Accessibility
It is essential to us that Performing Arts is accessible to children and young adults, regardless of their background or abilities.
We always welcome the opportunity to work with different organisations to explore new and innovative ways in which to make The Arts more accessible to the wider community. If you represent an organisation or creative group and would like to discuss opportunities for collaboration please do get in touch with the team [email protected]
Hiring the Dance Studio
Opened in 1997 with funding from the National Lottery, the air-conditioned dance studio is equipped with a sprung dance floor, full-length mirrors and barres. Students from age 3 up to adult enjoy a diverse mix of dance classes including ballet, street dance, contemporary dance, tap, and fitness classes.
For information on hiring the Dance Studio for classes or rehearsal space, please contact Pam Banham on 01733 842510 or email [email protected]
