From the Team
Welcome to our performance of The Musical of Musicals. For our students, first and second years on the UAL L3 Performing and Production Arts Musical Theatre course, this show is the culmination of their practical and theoretical work. The course is designed so the final project reflects a truly vocational experience from casting, research and development, rehearsal and performance. Students are expected to work as a creative company and demonstrate the skills and techniques they have developed over the year. They also work in professional rehearsal and performance spaces around the city, and with professional freelance designers and musicians, to create the final show.
The Musical of Musicals provides opportunities for the company to engage with not only a fun, upbeat, award winning score and libretto, but also an invaluable learning experience.The company have had to engage with the theoretical challenges of staging a show that requires practical skills that cover multiple composers, librettists, lyricists and choreographers, that each demonstrate a different style and require different techniques. The company have worked hard to research, learn, create and rehearse material that requires different vocal and choreographic skills and demonstrate these to a professional standard. They have engaged with the work of Steven Berkoff in order to make sense of a script and plot that, whilst appearing simple, is challenging in a practical setting.
Todays performance is a live assessment. The company is being graded in the way they demonstrate their learning through research in their individual performances as actors, dancers, singers, vocal coaches, choreographers and directors. They have also demonstrated skills in costume design and making, publicity and marketing and set and props making.
We hope you enjoy the performance and thank you for supporting our talented and dedicated students.
Katy Baker Programme Lead UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Musical Theatre
Hannah Miszewska Programme Lead UAL Level 3 Diploma Musical Theatre
As a company we are committed to making our production as environmentally friendly as possible. With this in mind, we have designed a paperless programme, our set, props and costumes are sourced as mindfully as possible, and we will be recycling, reusing and repurposing everything after the show.
The Cast
Second Year Cast
Millie Bowden
Role:
Abigail Von Schtarr in Andrew Lloyd Webber
Ensemble/narrator in Kander and Ebb
Vocal Captain for Rogers and Hammerstein
Destination next year?
I'm having a gap year next year to take classes and work part time.
What have you learnt on this course?
I’ve learnt to push boundaries and life skills such as gaining confidence in myself and working as a team. The course allowed me to explore many aspects of performance and production that helped me narrow down options for my future in the industry.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Watch as much theatre as possible, and become obsessed with the world of musical theatre. Keep inspired, set goals and stay positive.
Oliver Butt
Role:
I will be playing the hero of the Rodger’s and Hammerstein section (Billy) and the villain landlord in the Jerry Herman section.
I am also part of the set and props team.
Destination next year?
I will be continuing to pursue my love for musical theatre as I will be attending Italia Conti starting September 2022.
What have you learnt on this course?
What I have learned on this course is how to present myself in a rehearsal space as well as how to prepare for an audition situation. I have also learned about many practitioners across all disciplines that I may not have known before.
This course has helped shape my pathway by helping with my confidence and storytelling in everything I do which has really helped when it came to auditioning for my chosen stage schools .
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
The advice I give to students starting this course is to be yourself, treat your peers how you want to be treated and keep on top of all your work .
Georgia Catt
Role:
Narrator/Dream June in Rodgers and Hammerstein & Billy in Kander & Ebb. I am also the dance captain.
Destination next year?
Drama School
What have you leant on this course?
I have developed an array of creative techniques within different genres and experienced the atmosphere and professionalism of a theatre company. All of the teachers have been really supportive and helpful in my process of auditioning for drama schools and in helping me to develop the skills and techniques required for a high pressure environment.
What advice would you give to someone about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Come with an open mind and commit fully to everything you do!! You get so much more out of this course if you aren't worrying about what other people think.
Emmie Clark
Role:
I am playing Mother Abby in the Rodgers and Hammerstein section and Abby in the Sondheim section of the show. I am also a vocal captain.
Destination next year?
I am having a gap year and want to travel. I have deferred a conditional place at the University of West London where I am hoping to study Musical Theatre from 2023.
What have you learnt on this course?
One of the main things is to not be afraid of looking ridiculous or embarrassing yourself as everyone is in the same boat as you and I have produced some of my best performance when I have been more vulnerable. One of the ways the course has helped is by preparing me for industry auditions by creating song and monologue repertoires as well as having mock auditions with feedback.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
It's so important to work well with your ensemble. It enhances everyone's performance as well as just how much you enjoy each day if you are kind and welcoming to everyone around you.
Cheyenne Churchward
Role:
Madame Phantom Jitter in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Narrator in Sondheim. I am also part of the set and props team.
Destination next year?
I'm taking a gap year before auditioning for University.
What have you learnt on this course?
I have learnt what it is like to work in a professional company with so many talented people! I have learnt the foundational skills I need to be a professional performer as well as having a great insight into the industry.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
On this course you will be surrounded by creative and friendly people so just be yourself and be confident!
Adam Gould
Role:
Jitter in Rodgers and Hammerstein and ensemble in Andrew Lloyd Webber. I am also part of the set and props team.
Destination next year?
My destination for next year is studying at Italia Conti.
What have you learnt on this course?
I have learnt to be more confident in myself and not to hold back in performances.
This course has helped me shape my pathway by opening me up to a new world that I originally would've been too scared to explore.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Don't worry about feeling alone. Everyone is extremely friendly and won't hesitate to come help you out when needed. Don't be afraid to ask for help from anyone you meet, be it your friends, teachers, or the older years.
Lexie Kyriacou
Role:
I am playing Jeune in Sondheim, Jutter in Kander&Ebb and assistant director in Andrew Lloyd-Webber.
Destination next year?
Next year I will be studying BA Musical Theatre Triple Threat at Chichester University.
What have you learnt on this course?
I have learnt how to work in a team as well as by myself and learnt about the importance of communication and research.
How has this course helped and shaped your intended pathway?
The course enabled me to explore different pathways within performance and helped me to discover what I wanted to train in.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Immerse yourself in theatre as much as possible, stay on top of assignments and remember that communication is key.
Evie Moore
Role:
In this show I play the characters of Abby in the Jerry Herman section, and Juny in Kander & Ebb. I am also a vocal captain.
Destination next year?
Next year I will be attending drama school in London to continue to pursue my passion for Musical Theatre!
What have you learnt on this course?
During this course, I’ve learnt a lot about myself as a person and a performer. I’ve developed technique in all three disciplines, learnt rehearsal etiquette and how to analyse and evaluate rehearsals. I’ve also become a much more independent, hard-working, organised individual with much more drive and passion for what I love. This course has helped me develop lots of audition technique, as well as lots of knowledge on difference performance styles that I can now use in future. It’s shown me a lot about the theatre industry as well as teaching me how to work hard for what I want, and that although this industry is hard, it can be all worth it if you put your all in!
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
The advice I would give someone who is about to start this course is to be kind to everyone, and really enjoy your time on it as it’ll be over before you know it! Don’t be afraid to meet new people or put yourself out there.
Thomas Miller
Role:
Billy in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Jitter in Sondheim. I am also a vocal captain.
Destination next year?
Next year I am going on to study a BA (hons) in musical theatre performance at Performance preparation academy (PPA) in Guildford.
What have you learnt on this course?
Over the course of the last two years I have learnt lots of vital skills that will prepare me for my next steps. These skills include; working well in an ensemble, storytelling, professional practice and audition technique.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
One piece of advice that I would give someone starting the UAL musical theatre course is to keep on top of all your course work as it can mount up quite a bit.
Ben Mycock
Role:
Billy in Sondheim and Narrator in Jerry Herman. I am also part of the marketing team.
Destination next year?
Next year I am taking a gap year, so I am looking forward to being able to get some life experience behind me before I think about auditioning and applying for drama schools.
What have you learnt on this course?
Something which I have learnt on this course is how important it is to work together as an ensemble because it means that we are working in a professional, efficient way which results in producing something we are proud of. This course has helped and shaped my pathway because it has taught me a variety of skills which has bettered me as a performer and will help me in the future in terms of working in the industry.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Advice I would give to someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course is not to be afraid to take risks because that is the biggest part of how I have learnt and has helped me grow in confidence.
Isabel Pascoe
Role:
Abby in Kander and Ebb, ensemble in Andrew Lloyd Webber and dance captain in Rodgers and Hammerstein. I am also a dance captain.
Destination next year?
I hope to travel and explore new places as I am going on a gap year. I also want to improve my skill set by taking more classes outside of college. Then, next year I will be auditioning for drama schools and conservatoires to further my education in the performing arts.
What have you learnt on this course?
I have learnt a lot about teamwork on this course and how to work efficiently.
Scarlett Pead
Role:
June in Rodgers and Hammerstein and Junita in Andrew Lloyd Webber. I am also part of the costume team.
Destination next year?
Next year, I hope to improve on my current skill set before applying to conservatoires, taking time to do more classes. I also wish to travel and volunteer locally with the aim of applying for September 2023.
What have you learnt on this course?
Over this course, I have learnt lots of transferrable skills that can help me when moving onto further education. Learning remotely over lockdowns has taught me more about myself as a learner, teaching the importance of resilience. It has helped me develop as a performer and given many exciting opportunities.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Some advice I would give to others starting this course, is that you make the absolute most of it and enjoy the experience.
Maisy Rowswell
Role:
Ensemble in the section Herman and assistant stage manager.
Destination next year:
University to study musical theatre and teaching.
What have you learnt in this course?
Anything is possible if you believe and work hard enough. I have learnt to take risks within performance and in my personal life.
How has this course helped and shaped your intended pathway?
The confidence to follow my dream and improve my dancing skills. I have also been given the chance to do backstage tasks that have given me different skills for the future.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Just go for it and always be yourself!
Alice Stapley
Role:
Ensemble in Rodgers and Hammerstein and Junie-Faye in Jerry Herman.
Dance Captain in Kander and Ebb.
Destination next year?
Chichester Conservatoire- Musical Theatre Performance course.
What have you learnt on this course?
On this course I have learnt a lot about myself as a performer as well as gaining and developing new skills and techniques to improve all elements of my singing, acting, and dancing. This course has given me the confidence and the skills needed to prepare and progress onto my next steps at drama school. It has not only increased my confidence in myself, but I have seen huge improvements in my ability as a triple threat performer.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
The advice I would give someone starting on the UAL musical theatre course would be to take and enjoy every opportunity you get to perform either by yourself or with your peers. Use this course and all the skills and techniques you develop over the two years as a foundation for your next steps after college, whether that be to drama school or into something else.
Orla Yates
Role:
William in the Jerry Herman section, ensemble in Kander and Ebb. I am also part of the marketing team.
Destination next year?
Next year I will be staying home on a gap year, but I hope to volunteer at some local theatres and find a job working in a theatre. Towards the end of my gap year, I might start to think about auditioning for some drama schools and moving away.
What have you learnt on this course?
On this course I have learnt how to work efficiently in an ensemble, working together, listening to one another and sharing ideas and taking ideas from each other, as well as giving each other constructive criticism. I have also learnt how to convey a story through not just singing, but also when
dancing. This course has helped with my pathway as in our first unit of second year we worked on audition technique, how to act in an audition situation, and putting together a repertoire of different songs to sing at an audition.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
I would tell someone starting on the musical theatre course to come into college everyday happy, prepared and ready to learn. Be prepared to go outside of your comfort zone within all three disciplines. You can come onto this course with practically no experience in dancing, singing or acting but that really does not matter. Enjoy every moment with your group. You will become really close quickly so try to always be kind and caring to one another.
First Year Cast
Sophie Alford
Role:
Ensemble in Rogers and Hammerstein and Herman. I am also a member of the Marketing team.
What have you learnt on this course?
I have learned so much about different acting and vocal techniques and new dance styles. I’ve learned how to use my performances and movement to communicate a storyline to the audience. I’ve studied different practitioners in every discipline and learned about the different ways they compose or choreograph their pieces.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
My advice is to be open to anything if you have a closed mindset then you won’t be getting the most out of this course, its all about your attitude. Finally, I would say don’t compare yourself to anyone else because we are all different and we all have strengths and weakness’ and everyone on the course is there to learn and improve. I would also say don’t leave all your course work to the last minute and try and stay on top of your work, so you don’t get overwhelmed and stressed.
Amber Blackshaw
Role:
Ensemble in Sondheim and Rodgers and Hammerstein
What have you learnt on this course?
I have learnt what legit singing is and the different techniques used in it. I have also learnt how to properly use a microphone.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Be prepared for fun and professionalism, you’ll make so many friends and you’ll learn about the theatre in ways in which you have probably never thought of (e.g how set is built, how costumes are sourced).
Elsie Gordon
Role:
Ensemble in Stephen Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber. I am also a member of the costume team.
What have you learnt on this course?
On this course I have really learnt how to be a confident actress in all three areas of musical theatre, especially singing. I have been able to expand my techniques so that I am able to push myself, and I have also learnt how to work individually as well as in an ensemble.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
My advice for someone who is about to start this course would be not to worry if you feel silly when you are rehearsing or performing. Everyone is in the same boat as you and may feel uncomfortable at times, but as actors, we must embrace what we are doing and just go for it as there is always a bigger reason behind what you are doing!
Millie Hope
Role:
Chorus in Kander&Ebb and Jerry Herman.
What have you learnt on this course?
In the duration of this course (so far) I have learned so much including essential communication and cooperation skills, I have also learned a lot of confidence as well as so SO many skills in musical theatre such as ballet technique and how to choreograph my own dances.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
If someone was considering/joining a UAL musical theatre course I would say to just be yourself, everyone loves the same thing as you and you all want the exact same thing more or less, I would also say that it takes a lot of hard work and dedication, but it's 100% worth it at the end of the day.Finally, it's all about doing what you love and finding yourself and that in itself is the best experience anyone could ever ask for!
Nelli Koppanyi
Role:
I am ensemble in Kander and Ebb and Rodgers and Hammerstein.
What have you learnt on this course?
In this course, I have learnt about musical theatre practitioners connecting the styles of Contemporary, Ballet and Jazz in dance, legit and modern musical theatre singing and Stanislavsky's and Berkoff's acting techniques. Furthermore, I have learnt performing techniques and of course, more about musicals and musical theatre eras.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
An important part of this course is learning to reflect on the personal development and rehearsal process as well, which is documented on a website. Therefore, it is important to keep on track with the website work and see it as a chance for a documentation of personal development through useful knowledge and feedback.
Emily Malek
Role:
Ensemble in Jerry Herman and Rogers and Hammerstein. I am also part of the marketing team.
What have you learnt on this course?
I have learnt to gain and expand my confidence when working with new people. Since being in the course I feel my singing technique has improved and I feel like I have really come a long way as a performer.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
The advice I would give is to come into the course open minded and worry free because everyone is so lovely and supportive of one another and not to be scared of being judged as everyone is feeling the same as you.
Amelia Meldrum
Role:
Ensemble in Kander and Ebb and Jerry Herman. I am also a member of the costume team.
What have you learnt on this course?
During my time on this musical theatre course, I have learnt to take risks and believe in myself because it is better to be confidently wrong than quietly right.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
My best advice to someone starting the UAL Musical Theatre course would be to work as a team, support those around you and be confident!
George Moran
Role:
Ensemble in Andrew Lloyd Webber. I am also part of the marketing team.
What have you learnt on this course?
On this course I have learnt how to work with other people and to not be embarrassed when performing. This has improved my self-confidence.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
My advice for someone who was thinking about starting this course is to not hold back. Confidence is key, as it helps you to stand out from everything else.
Robyn Moss
Role:
I am playing ensemble in Herman and Kander and Ebb.
What have you learnt on this course?
During this year I have learnt how to perform in groups, duos and by myself. I have also learnt the importance of the backstage crew roles such as costumes and set and props.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
Some advice I’d give someone who’s about to start is to make sure to keep on top of the written work to save yourself stress. I’d also say have fun and be yourselves because there’s no point trying to be someone you’re not (unless you’re becoming a character).
Amy Proll
Role:
Ensemble for Rodgers and Hammerstein and Andrew Llyod Webber. I am also a member of the set and props team.
What have you learnt on this course?
I have learnt so much on this course, about performance skills, vocal techniques, different dance styles and how to express myself through movement songs and acting. I have learnt so much about the musical theatre world, exploring different practitioners' and choreographers' styles, views and interpretations on and in their work. I have learnt that musical theatre is a joy to work with every day learning new things, and having fun all while becoming a well-rounded performer.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
My advice would be to never worry about getting things wrong or making mistakes because if you do...this is how you learn and become better! Always remember “The greatest mistake a person can ever make is to be afraid of making one.”
Mya Stevens
Role:
Ensemble in Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber. I am also part of the costume team.
What have you learnt on this course?
In this course I have learnt a lot for example how to improve my communication skills to work better in a group as well as lots of musical theatre skills including different forms of singing and dance techniques.
What advice would you give someone who is about to start a UAL Musical Theatre Course?
For someone about to start a UAL Musical Theatre course I would say to make sure that you work hard and are dedicated even when you find things really hard because it will all be worth it in the end. But also to just be confident in yourself and not hold back even if you don’t know anyone because you will make lots of really good friends easily as everyone likes the same thing as you!
Harry Woolfenden
Role:
I am ensemble for the Sondheim and Kander and Ebb. I am also part of the set and props team.
What have you learnt on this course?
It's my second year in college but only my first year in the musical theatre course and I'm excited for my second year of it as I have really enjoyed my time in the course. This course has really helped my skills as an actor as it has given me new techniques to help create and show my character both in an acted scene and in a sung or performance scene. The variety of lessons in the course have helped me learn my strengths and weaknesses giving me a better understanding of my own ability and what I can contribute to shows and productions I’m in. When I entered this course, I was helped by my classmates to become more sociable and better at working as a team, as a company, rather than a collection of individual actors.
Behind the Scenes
Student Production Team
ASM (onstage) - Maisy Rowswell
Set and props - Nelli Koppanyi, Amber Blackshaw, Ollie Butt, Adam Gould, Cheyenne Churchward, Harry Woolfenden, Robyn Moss
Costume supervisor - Kailem Hodge
with Scarlett Pead, Mya Stevens, Amelia Meldrum, Elsie Gordon
Marketing and Publicity - Ben Mycock, Orla Yates, Sophie Alford, Millie Hope, Emily Malek, George Moran
ASM (fly) - Scarlett Pead
Vocal coaches - Thomas Miller for Herman Company, Evie Moore for Sondheim Company, Millie Bowden for Lloyd Webber Company
Assistant Directors - Lexie Kyriacou for Lloyd Webber Company, Evie Moore and Hannah Sydenham for Sondheim Company, Hannah Sydenham for Kander and Ebb Company
Dance Captains and Choreographers - Georgia Catt for Finale and Herman Company, Alice Stapley for Kander and Ebb, Isabel Pascoe for Rodgers and Hammerstein Company
Assistant Stage Manager - Millicent Tomlinson
Spotlight Operators - Logan Butler and Jade Patrick
Sound Operator - James Sheen
Creative Team
Director, Producer, Musical Director - Katy Baker
Choreographers - Hannah Miszewska, Emma Wyke, Helen Macphee
Accompanist - Elfyn Jones
Exeter College Theatre Technician-James King
Lighting and Sound Design - Pete Goodwin
Set and Props - Mike Reddaway
With special thanks to...
Concorde Theatricals
Theatre Alibi
Willow Tree Theatre Company
Staff at Exeter College
Staff at Northcott and Barnfield Theatres