Ho- Ho- Ho- Happy Christmas!

Happy Christmas!

We would just like to take a moment to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy festive season. Hoping you will find a little time to reflect on the past year & prepare for the the opportunities that 2014 will hope to bring.

We are looking forward to all that 2014 has to offer our students with exciting theatre sessions, new collaborations and projects. The support we have received from the community this past year as well as local businesses has been remarkable, both humbling & empowering.

We always love receiving emails and comments from you expressing the joy you have found from one of our sessions, so please do keep them coming in.

Wishing you all a superb Christmas and New Year and enjoy this exicting time with friends and family.

The JK Team x

Coming up...

Experience Days for students aged 3- 18 years in January 2014 in Burgess Hill & Ardingly

Upcoming One Day theatre workshop in February Half Term

Middy commemorates JK's 5th Birthday!

JK in the the Press - 21st November 2013

Another huge thank you to our Sponsors for the event:

Sarah @ Lets Cook at Home, Patcham
Roy & Jane @ Izzys Party Shop, Haywards Heath
Jenny @ Jennifleur, Burgess Hill
Caroline @ Adastra Hall, Hassocks
Karen @ Kallikids
Jordan @ Harveys Lighting

Mini Movers in Action

Mini Movers and Tiny Toes are getting ready to perform their Christmas Collection with the Main School students. The entire team at JK Theatre Arts will be in action on the stage with 'JK's Christmas Variety Box' at Downlands Community School on Wednesday 18th December. Half of all money raised from the production will go towards a local charity.

Here are some Early Years students in motion.....

Explore the 'Theatre' in JK Theatre Arts

We are inviting all young people to attend for a complimentary theatre session exploring drama, dance and singing at JK Theatre Arts. The next Experience Days are January 2014. Choose from a selection of classes below.

Entertain, Energise and Empower!

ARDINGLY

Tuesdays
2.00 - 2.45pm ​- JK Tiny Toes (Pre-school 3yrs - 4yrs)
3.45 - 4.45pm - ​JK Mini Movers (4yrs - 6yrs)
5.00 - 6.30pm​ - Prep Musical Theatre (6yrs - 9yrs)

BURGESS HILL

Wednesdays
4.15 - 6.45pm ​Main Theatre School (6yrs - 18yrs)
6.45 - 8.30pm ​Private Tuition

Thursdays
2.00 - 2.45pm ​JK Tiny Toes (Pre-school 3yrs - 4yrs)
3.45 - 4.45pm ​JK Mini Movers (4yrs - 6yrs)
4.45 - 5.45pm ​JK Mini Movers (4yrs - 6yrs)
6.00 - 7.30pm ​Private Tuition

Tiny Toes 3-4 Years
This session will focus on your little one's voice, co-ordination and rhythm alongside learning their favourite dances and songs, whilst having lots of fun!

Mini Movers 4-6 Years
An hour of laugh and play for the children who cannot stop entertaining! The class is infused with creativity, enabling the children to learn dance, singing and acting in an enjoyable way.

Prep Musical Theatre 6-9 Years
A 1hr 30 minute session exploring dance, singing and acting within a creative environment. The session is designed to encourage children to build on their social & communicative skills whilst learning musical theatre techniques.

Main Theatre School 6-18 Years
A energetic and vibrant 2hr 30 minute session with classes in dance, singing and acting. Expanding on creative imagination, theatrical expression and exploration.




If you would like to book your child a complimentary place for one of the Experience Sessions above then please contact us at your earliest convenience. Pre booking is required to attend.

5th Birthday Celebration - Smiles all round!

We had a superb evening on Friday 1st November. Thank you to all that attended the 5th Celebration Party and to the students and teachers who entertained the audience with their talents. The Grand charity raffle raised over £100 for Sussex Snowdrop Trust so thank you to all those who bought tickets.

The biggest thank you to our sponsors for providing their services to make the party the huge success that it was.

Thank you to:

Sarah @ Lets Cook at Home
Roy & Jane @ Izzys Party Shop
Jenny @ Jennifleur
Caroline @ Adastra Hall, Hassocks
Karen @ Kallikids
Jordan @ Harveys Lighting

Thank you to all those who donated fantastic prizes for the Raffle including Drusillas Zoo, Grand Hotel, Brighton, Southern Pursuits, Fishers Farm and many more!

Best start palnning for the next big birthday!

Special Effects Makeup Workshop- October half term

One Day Special Effects Makeup workshop with leading Make-up Artist whose experience includes working for the BBC, Channel 4, Cannes Film Festival, British Film Institute, Goodwood Revival & Shocktober Festival.

Gain an insight into the special effect used in tv/ film and theatre today.

Workshop will include learning how to create cuts and scars along with wounds,gashes & grazes. Part of the workshop will focus on ageing with prosthetics.

Date: Wednesday 30th October 2013
Time: 10am-3pm
Open to ages 6- 18 years
Cost per child: £30

To book your place please contact Kim at info@jktheatrearts.com or 07504059640

JKTA opens in Ardingly

Awesome Arts comes to Ardingly

JK Theatre Arts opened its doors at the Koorana Centre in Ardingly this week offering theatre class for children. The Experience Day explored the world of musical theatre through drama, dance and singing with children aged 3-9 years.

Gabrielle Anya Rafello, Founder of the centre said she was “looking forward to seeing the little ones coming into the drama school at The Koorana Centre” and this week its free too!
After the success of the Lindfield Arts Festival in May 2013 Kim was asked if JK Theatre Arts ran any classes in the area. After a few months of planning and organising she can now say yes! Classes available are Tiny Toes (3-4yrs) Mini Movers (4-6yrs) and Prep Musical Theatre (6-9yrs) and they will run during the school term time starting officially next week.

If you would like your child to attend the musical theatre sessions in Ardingly with JK please contact Kim at info@jktheatrearts.com or 07504059640.

Business Matters Awards 2013

Kim Wright of JK Theatre Arts was a sponsor of the Business Matters Awards 2013. The event took place at the Copthorne Effingham Park Hotel on Friday 13th September with the event being hosted by TV legend Fred Dinneage.

JK Theatre Arts were a judges finalist for 'Small Business of the Year' 2013. Although we didn't win we do congratulate a friend of ours, Jane from Special Creations in Horsham on winning the award- a superb achievement. Kim also had the opportunity to present 'Personality of the Year' award with the deserving winner being Kaytie Harding - Voice From The Coal Shed. She was delighted and over the moon at the recognition of her personal and team achievements.

Well done to JPress for organising the event and to all of the winners.

Experience Days this September- Places now available!

Experience Day applications are now open!

We are accepting applications for interested students wishing to attend any one of the classes we currently have on our timetable in Ardingly and Burgess Hill.

The Burgess Hill Experience Days are taking place on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th September and Ardingly on Tuesday 17th September. All sessions explore the world of musical theatre through drama, dance and singing and are open to children aged 3-18 years.

If you would like your child/ren to attend a complimentary session with JK please contact us via the contact us page or email at info@jktheatrearts.com

Places available are on a first come first served basis.

Is your child signed up yet for Summer?

Come and join the team at JK for a fun filled and inspiring Summer...

The JK Summer workshops are a superb opportunity for young people to explore the world of theatre whilst enjoying the creative process with interactive drama games and activities. Its a chance to make new friends and and have a fantastic time during the Summer. They'll be telling all their friends about the fun they had when they go back at school!

Book your place at info@jktheatrearts.com or contact us on 07504059640

Summer Workshops for Early Years

Prep Musical Theatre
Date: Monday 19th & Tuesday 20th August
Time: 9.30am-12.30noon
Venue: Koorana Centre, Ardingly
Age: 4-8 years
Cost: £30 per student & £25 per sibling

Early Years
Date: Wednesday 21st-Friday 23rd August
Time: 9.30am-12.30noon
Venue: Wivelsfield Village Hall, Burgess Hill
Age: 4-6 years
Cost: £40 per student & £35 per sibling

Summer Workshop for Main School

Date: Tuesday 27th August - Friday 30th August
Time: 10am-3pm
Venue: Wivelsfield Village Hall, Burgess Hill
Age: 6-18 years
Cost: £90 per student & £80 per sibling

What to Wear?
Please ensure students wear clothing they they can easily move in and soft soled shoes ie jazz shoes or pumps

Does my child need lunch?
If they are attending the Mini workshops they will require a drink and snack. The main scgool students will require a packed lunch and drinks for each day.

Is there a Performance?
There will be informal performance of the student's work at the end of each workshop. Friends and family are welcome to attend.

JK's new home!

We are pleased to announce that JK Theatre Arts will have a new home from September 2013 at the Scout HQ, Burgess Hill, West Sussex.

The venue has 3 fantasic spaces for all our classes along with ample parking and an easily accessible and central location. All Burgess Hill classes will run from this venue.

The times of all classes remain the same except JK Main School which will now start at 4.15pm-6.45pm on Wednesdays.

Our new home will be:
Scout HQ
Station Road
Burgess Hill
RH15 9EN

Ardingly classes will continue to run from Tuesday 17th September at:
Koorana Centre
Street Lane
Ardingly
RH17 6UB

We look forward to welcoming all our current and new students to our new home! We are all extremely excited for JK to be moving onwards and upwards in the Autumn term.

Theatre & Drama: Book your Summer workshop place today!

'ROLE BRITANNIA' Theatre Workshops

Early Bird booking until 30th June 2013. Book today!

When it comes to theatre & comedy, there are some things that the Brits do remarkably well. 'Role Britannia' is our upcoming Summer theatre workshop on the best of British comedy, music and dance, exploring and celebrating the work of British creatives across the decades. Our workshops are led by our theatre industry professionals who will work with the cast of students to produce a superb performance for their family and friends at the end of each workshop.

Ardingly
Prep Musical Theatre
Date: Monday 19th & Tuesday 20th August
Time: 9.30am-12.30noon
Venue: Koorana Centre, Ardingly
Age: 4-8 years

Burgess Hill
Early Years
Date: Wednesday 21st-Friday 23rd August
Time: 9.30am-12.30noon
Venue: Wivelsfield Village Hall, Burgess Hill
Age: 4-6 years

Main School
Date: Tuesday 27th August - Friday 30th August
Time: 10am-3pm
Venue: Wivelsfield Village Hall, Burgess Hill
Age: 6-18 years

Hilary, Mum of Gemma (10) and Thomas (7)

"Gemma & Thomas attended the Days of Dahl 3 day workshop in the Easter holidays. The show given on the last day was superb, you could see how much all the children enjoyed it and the hard work that they and the teachers had put into it, It was the first time Thomas had done anything like this and he and his sister came out asking could they go to the one in the Summer holidays!"

Sophie, Mum of Oscar (13), Dylan (11) & Alice (7)

"Our children enjoyed the whole workshop experience, quickly found new friends and learned a range of new skills. The children looked like they'd had a fantastic time and we are still singing the songs a week later! I would definitely recommend the workshop as a brilliant local opportunity which was high quality and lots of fun."

Booking a Place

Our workshops are open to everyone with no previous experience neccesary. Places are limited and they are very popular so early booking is recommended. To book your place contact us via the 'Contact Us' page, info@jktheatrearts.com or on 07504059640

'Mini Role Britannia' Early Years, Ardingly - £20 per student & £15 per sibling.
After 30th June the cost will be £30 per student & £25 per sibling

'Mini Role Britannia' Early Years, Wivelsfield - £30 per student & £25 per sibling.
After 30th June the cost will be £40 per student & £35 per sibling

'Role Britannia' Main School, Wivelsfield - £80 per student & £70 per sibling.
After 30th June the cost will be £90 per student & £80 per sibling

Role Britannia Summer Theatre Workshops

When it comes to theatre & comedy, there are some things that the Brits do remarkably well. 'Role Britannia' is our upcoming Summer theatre workshop on the best of British comedy, music and dance, exploring and celebrating the work of British creatives across the decades. Our workshops are led by our theatre industry professionals who will work with the cast of students to produce a superb performance for their family and friends at the end of each workshop.

Ardingly
Prep Musical Theatre
Date: Monday 19th & Tuesday 20th August
Time: 9.30am-12.30noon
Venue: Koorana Centre, Ardingly
Age: 4-8 years

Burgess Hill
Early Years
Date: Wednesday 21st-Friday 23rd August
Time: 9.30am-12.30noon
Venue: Wivelsfield Village Hall, Burgess Hill
Age: 4-6 years

Main School
Date: Tuesday 27th August - Friday 30th August
Time: 10am-3pm
Venue: Wivelsfield Village Hall, Burgess Hill
Age: 6-18 years

Hilary, Mum of Gemma (10) and Thomas (7)

"Gemma & Thomas attended the Days of Dahl 3 day workshop in the Easter holidays. The show given on the last day was superb, you could see how much all the children enjoyed it and the hard work that they and the teachers had put into it, It was the first time Thomas had done anything like this and he and his sister came out asking could they go to the one in the Summer holidays!"

Sophie, Mum of Oscar (13), Dylan (11) & Alice (7)

"Our children enjoyed the whole workshop experience, quickly found new friends and learned a range of new skills. The children looked like they'd had a fantastic time and we are still singing the songs a week later! I would definitely recommend the workshop as a brilliant local opportunity which was high quality and lots of fun."

Booking a Place

Early Bird booking until 30th June 2013. Book today!

Our workshops are open to everyone with no previous experience neccesary. Places are limited and they are very popular so early booking is recommended. To book your place contact us via the 'Contact Us' page, info@jktheatrearts.com or on 07504059640

'Mini Role Britannia' Early Years, Ardingly - £20 per student & £15 per sibling.
After 30th June the cost will be £30 per student & £25 per sibling

'Mini Role Britannia' Early Years, Wivelsfield - £30 per student & £25 per sibling.
After 30th June the cost will be £40 per student & £35 per sibling

'Role Britannia' Main School, Wivelsfield - £80 per student & £70 per sibling.
After 30th June the cost will be £90 per student & £80 per sibling

Success at Lindfield Arts Festival!

JK Achievements at the Lindfield Arts Festival

The action packed weekend kicked off on Saturday 11th May with a Season's Showcase performance by JK Theatre Arts. A post show workshop 'A Stage for all Seasons' explored the ideas of this theme through improvisation, creative play and dramatic expression.
The audience enjoyed tea and cake delights whilst taking watching the showcase in the Great Walstead Chapel. All workshop attendees received a FREE Goodie Bag!

Later on that day in the Festival Village, Daydreamer Alice longed to find her own wonderland...but a little girl should be careful what she wishes for! Soon Alice is lost in a topsy-turvy world of talking rabbits and cats with very charming grins. Can she keep her head when the Queen has other plans, and will she find her way back home?

The exciting new production, inspired by Lewis Carroll's classic story, brings together pupils from Lindfield Primary School and Great Walstead School with professional theatre-makers. Commissioned by Lindfield Arts Festival, Directed by Kim Wright from JK Theatre Arts it was magical family entertainment for a bright and sunny day. Produced by Robin Belfield at Limepalm Productions. www.limepalmproductions.co.uk

And... if that wasn't enough JK came back to provide further workshop opportunities on Sunday 12th May with 'Charlie'-Childrens drama workshop & performance.

Young people aged 6-16 years explored their creative imaginations in the 'Dahlicious' drama workshop that followed an excerpt from the much- loved Roald Dahl story 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'.



JK Theatre Arts were sponsors of the Lindfield Arts Festival 2013

JK Experience Days

Wednesday 17th April for ages 6-16 yrs
Main School 4pm-6.30pm

Thursday 18th April for ages 3-6 yrs
Tiny Toes 3-4yrs 2pm-2.45pm
Mini Movers 4-6yrs 3.45-4.45pm
Mini Movers 4-6yrs 4.45pm-5.45pm

Inviting children to attend for a complimentary theatre session exploring drama,dance and singing in the creative atmosphere at JK Theatre Arts.

Pre booking essential. To reserve your child/children's place please contact Kim at info@jktheatrearts.com. Feel free to contact us if you wish call for further information on the school.

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Easter Workshops- 'Days of Dahl' & 'Mini Dahl Days'

Easter workshops for JK this coming April...



'Days of Dahl'
Monday 8th - Wednesday 10th April from 10am-3pm at the Park Centre, Burgess Hill.
Open to 6-16 years

Students will be exploring the world of Roald Dahl through Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The Witches. During the 3 day workshop students will delve into the world of Dahl looking at his work and discovering his characters through theatre with devised drama pieces as well as scripted scenes alongside movement and song. At the end of the third day there will be a staged performance for friends and family.
Places are limited on the workshop so please book your place by contacting myself via this email, 07504059640 or by visiting jktheatrearts.com

Cost is £75 per student and £65 per sibling
Open to non JK and JK students

'Mini Dahl Days'
Thursday 11th- Friday 12th April from 9.30am-12.30 noon at the Park Centre, Burgess Hill
Open to 4-6 years

Children will enjoy looking at the much loved story of Matilda, bringing it life through song, dance and drama. Inspiring children to create colourful characters, become interactive in drama and perform a story with confidence. At the end of the second day there will be a performance for friends and family.
Places are limited on the workshop so please book your place by contacting myself via this email, 07504059640 or by visiting jktheatrearts.com

Cost is £30 per student and £20 per sibling
Open to non JK and JK students

Both workshops are a fantastic opportunity for young people to learn new skills, make friends and gain an enormous amount of achievement, giving them the inspiration to develop their theatre interest.

Benefits of attending Theatre classes for Children

Expert pin boards: Here you will find a theatre and drama based pin board. It is designed to engage your child and inspire them and maybe you too. The pin board is full of interesting (and funny!) facts about the activity, as well as videos and images. You can also share your experiences as a parent, a child or even a teacher on the pin boards to inspire others.

Copy this link into your browser:
http://www.kallikids.com/en/KalliKids/resources-for-families/expert-pin-boards/index.cfm/page/theatre

Grease is the Word Musical Workshop

GREASE is the Word Musical Workshop
Sunday 24th February 2013

This Grease workshop will by run by Danny Bayne who played the role of Danny in the West End show & UK tour

The workshop will take place on Sunday 24th February 2013 from 10am-4pm at Burgess Hill School for Girls. This workshop offers an exciting opportunity for 6-18 years to explore the scenes and characters from the Grease musical as well as learning 1950's style dance choreography and vocals, thus building on performance skills.

The workshop cost is £25 with sibling discounts available. If you would like your child/children to attend, please contact Kim via the Contact Us page or feel free to call on 07504059640, so that you do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity.

Non JK students are also welcome to attend.

Places are first come first served.

Danny was the overall winner of ITV’s Grease is the Word and went on to make his west end debut as Danny Zuko in the new London cast production of Grease at the Piccadilly Theatre, and performed to sell out audiences for over 2 years. In 2009, Danny co-starred with Julian Clary in Cinderella at The Hawth Theatre, Crawley. More recently Danny has been touring in the fantastic musical Hairspray playing Corny Collins.