Emil Dales School Of Performing Arts

SING | DANCE | ACT | AGENCY | WEST END PROS | HITCHIN | SUNDAYS - Ages 3-21 (split into 11 teams)
*** Free trial session Sunday 6th or 13th January. Nothing to prepare. No obligation. We audition everyone in the workshop.
(Below are just some teachers our students have worked with in the last term).
... - 3.5 hours per week taking 5 disciplines - Meet 5 teachers every week. - Our own facilities with 11 studios. - Performers from West End shows teaching every week. - Full scale productions accompanied by a live West End band. - No babysitting.
Want in? Fill in an application form online here www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA
admissions@emildale.co.uk 01462 677 808
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Firstly, a huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to the success of 2018 for Emil Dale Academy, The Factory Playhouse & West End Excess.
With all the funding cuts to the arts and press about elitism we are proud to say we held 16 FREE musical theatre workshops / boys days / summer schools / easter schools and trained over 1500 young people for FREE with no obligation to join any courses this year all over the UK. We are extremely proud of this outreach which we do not...
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We are BACK this weekend! Want in? Book your place here www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA

FREE UK (fully funded) WEST END MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOL 2019 - apply today! We now offer a BA (hons) in triple threat Musical Theatre with access to student finance for fees and living costs. Take this opportunity experience a day with us.
Spend a day at our triple threat, award winning musical theatre training Academy completely FREE this summer. We are only 30 mins from London Kings Cross.
We now offer a full BA (Hons) in professional musical theatre in partnership ...
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#EmilDaleAdvent in between Christmas and new year my true love gave to me...
Name: Lucy-Mae Beacock
Course: 2 Year Sixth Form Course
... Want in? Book online here www.emildale.co.uk/EDA admissions@emildale.co.uk 01462 677 808
#aboveandbeyond #emildale
Advice to someone auditioning: I would say just be yourself and try your hardest, give it your all and make sure you know all your material thoroughly but mainly have fun!! The team want to see you so enjoy yourself.
Why Emil Dale? Emil Dale Academy just felt right for me. When I came to the open day I just fell entirely in love with the place and the ethos of the school, I believed that it would push me to the best of my abilities and I was right.
What’s the hardest thing about EDA? The long days are hard, but you get used to them and you realise that it is the best for you and your training. The longer the day, the more information you are absorbing. The more we are pushing ourselves, the more we are learning and I think that is very important.
What’s the best thing about EDA? Everyone is so supportive of each other and no one is left to feel uncomfortable or judged. The teachers are supportive and I know I am always in safe hands. I have already improved so much thanks to every single one of them believing in me.
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FREE TRIAL SESSION 8th Jan- Tricks, Flips & Tumbles @ Emil Dale Academy Hitchin. Ages 8 - 11 & 12 - 16. Free to try Tuesday 8th January.
We have invested in £2500 worth of new equipment for this class!
This class is designed to deliver detailed tuition in the foundations of acrobatics and tricking, it has been created for those with little or no experience. The aim of this class is to provide safe and effective training taking you from a grass roots novice level to performing... basic flips and somersaults.
CLASS: Tuesday evenings in Hitchin. AGE: 8-11 & 12-16 TIME: 6:30-7:30pm & 7:30-8:30pm LOCATION: Emil Dale Academy, 60 Wilbury Way, Hitchin SG4 0TP PRICE: Free to try. £8 a class. Termly commitment.
HOW TO BOOK? Email your name | age | mobile number with FREE TRICKS & TUMBLES TRIAL 8th JAN (& AGE) in the subject box to admissions@emildale.co.uk
The course is ideal for those in or wanting to get into the performing arts whether that be dance, acting, stunts or fight choreography as well as for those wanting to explore their own limits
Each session will be split into 3 sections with the 1st section of each session being a warm up, a thorough stretch and tuition on the fundamental basics (with variations) that are required to master the more difficult and exciting skills.
Each skill will be covered more than once within the course giving you the necessary time to absorb the technique and to better your chances of achieving the skill
We have all the required equipment needed to deliver this course thoroughly and safely:
Large matted area Springboard Crash mats
The tricks learned:
The basic: - Forward Roll - Backwards Roll - Dive Roll - Handstand - Handstand Roll - Cartwheel - 1 handed Cartwheel - Reverse Cartwheel - Wing through Cartwheel - Round off - Hook kick - Tornado Kick - Tricks and Flips - Macacco - Butterfly Kick (B-Kick) - Butterfly Twist (B-Twist) - Aerial (No handed Cartwheel) - Trickers style - Gymnastics style - Front Flip (Front Handspring) - Backflip (Back Handspring) - Front Somersault - Side Somersault - Back Somersault
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★★★★★ FREE WEST END MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP & open auditions for our Sunday school in HITCHIN. SUNDAY 6th January ★★★★★ Ages 5-21 (Split into teams).
We also offer 1hr musical theatre classes on a Sunday for ages 3-5. Please email us for a FREE TASTER session admissions@emildale.co.uk 01462 677 808
We are offering young performers a FREE West End musical theatre workshop & audition for our Sunday school taught by top industry professionals from West End musical theatre, TV... and film. Totally FREE!
You will take part in a variety of technique classes including: Work with West End stars from West End musicals. DANCE workshop with top West End dancers who have countless West End credits. ACTING workshop with actors from TV film and theatre and its ALL FREE!
Follow us on INSTAGRAM : emildalestudios or watch our YOUTUBE channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVfBIuPi17pmHiF 7O59sew
LOCATION: Emil Dale Studios, 60 Wilbury Way, Hitchin.
WHEN: Sun 6th January. 10am - 1:30pm (Ages 5-12) & 2:30pm-6pm (Ages 13-21).
PLEASE NOTE: We will be talent scouting on the day for professional talent agency, full & part time courses. However, you can just attend the workshop for experience. Some participants may be offered auditions for our full time courses or places on our part time Sunday courses.
EMAIL US TODAY TO APPLY Email admissions@emildale.co.uk with your FULL NAME / AGE / MOBILE NUMBER / ADDRESS / EXPERIENCE YOU HAVE and 6th January FREE HITCHIN WEST END WORKSHOP. Please state if you wish to be considered for the full and or part time courses auditions or places.
We are unable offer everyone a place due to high volumes of applicants. Please wait for a confirmation email within 3 days. More information about our Academy is here: www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA
This workshop is completely FREE and designed to allow people to experience our high quality, intensive training & promote our own professional courses and talent agency www.dalehammondassociates.com
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Part time training. Full time attitude. ***FREE trial session | FREE audition | Nothing to prepare | Ages 3-21 | Hitchin | West End Performers every Sunday
Train at www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA every Sunday! People are attending from all over the U.K.
... No babysitting Full scale productions 3.5 hours every Sunday Only 30 mins from London Kings Cross West End performers every Sunday 11 Studios
Want in? Just fill in an application form online here www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA
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Book your place at our Sunday training here www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA

#EmilDaleAdvent on day after Boxing Day my true love gave to me Lottie Mae O'Kill who is a 1st year on our two year Sixth Form course.
Want in? Fill in an application form online here www.emildale.co.uk/EDA admissions@emildale.co.uk 01462 677 808
#aboveandbeyond #emildale
... 1. My advice to anyone auditioning is to BE POSITIVE! Believe in yourself, everyone is here to support you. Smile and perform your best even though you may be panicking inside, they are looking for potential! Also have fun and relax, enjoy the routine and make it your own. Add your personality into the dance if you are able to! Relax before singing and don't panic over singing in-front of people, just focus on yourself and doing the best you can do. Be yourself and give it your all.
2. I chose to train at the Emil Dale Academy as they have equal training in all aspects of Musical Theatre preparing you for a career as a strong triple threat. I have only been dancing since the age of 13 and I felt like the Emil Dale Academy would push me and help me progress from strength to strength and that is exactly what they have done! The teachers are so kind and it really helps having industry professionals teaching us as we gain so much more knowledge and advice as they have been in our position before! The atmosphere is also so lovely and we are all one large family.
3. I feel the hardest thing about training at EDA is the long school hours. Although i'm in my element all day everyday, training from 8.30-6 everyday is sometimes very difficult as we don't have much time in the evenings and staying many more hours than we are used to. If you have the right food and drink to give you energy you are okay. We have study time sessions a few times a week which gives us time to do logs etc which also helps. It is also difficult traveling and students have to wake up even earlier and get to school early and get home very late.
4. My favourite thing about EDA are the ensemble singing lessons. When we are all together as a year group/ dance set, the sounds we create as a company/ ensemble are absolutely breathtaking and you get to sing a range of ensemble songs from all types/genres of musicals. It has also helped me discover many new musicals with brilliant scores and lyrics.
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#EmilDaleAdvent 12 days of Christmas + BOXING DAY 😊
Want in? Apply here www.emildale.co.uk/EDA admissions@emildale.co.uk 01462 677 808
On Boxing Day my true love gave to me Olivia Hallett on our 2 Year Sixth Form course.
... My advice for anyone auditioning at the Emil Dale Academy is to be yourself, you are an individual and therefore shouldn’t compare yourself to others, everyone has different strengths and weaknesses and the panel are looking for potential and nice people, be nice and it’ll take you most of the way!
My reason for training at Emil Dale was the immediate sense of family as soon as you walk in the building. EDA pride themselves on an open door policy, meaning you can speak to anyone at anytime about absolutely anything! Teachers treat you like professionals but still understand how difficult the training process can be and work so hard to make sure you’re pushed to your limits in a safe and healthy way!
The hardest thing about training at the Emil Dale Academy is the emotional and physical toll it has on you. The world of musical theatre isn’t easy and working early morning to evening, 5 times a week isn’t easy, but like with anything you do, the payoff of working to your absolute best is such an incredible feeling!
My favourite thing about the Emil Dale Academy is you are encouraged to be you, everyone in our year group is different, we all look different, sound different and bring a variety of strengths to different classes. It is amazing because not only are you learning from industry professionals but you are learning from your peers every single day. My best friends at EDA and my whole year in general are some of the most talented people and I am really grateful to be able to train alongside them!
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Part time training. Full time attitude. ***FREE trial session | FREE audition | Nothing to prepare | Ages 3-21 | Hitchin | West End Performers every Sunday
Train at www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA every Sunday! People are attending from all over the U.K.
... No babysitting Full scale productions 3.5 hours every Sunday Only 30 mins from London Kings Cross West End performers every Sunday 11 Studios
Want in? Just fill in an application form online here www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA
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Overwhelmed by all the Christmas gifts from all our students and parents!
THANK YOU

Happy Boxing Day everyone. What are you waiting for? We only have two audition days for full time courses now available. 7 audition days fully booked!
Book your place online here for full time www.emildale.co.uk/EDA
AND
... here for part time www.emildale.co.uk/EDSA
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These numbers are always worth sharing, especially at Christmas.
If you’re struggling, you’re never alone:
📞Samaritans 116 123
... 📞Women’s Aid 0808 2000 247
📞Mind 0300 123 3393
📞Age UK 0800 169 6565
📞Calm 0800 58 58 58
📞Childline 0800 1111
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#EmilDaleSpareChair2018 OFFICIAL VIDEO - Merry Christmas everyone!
On Thursday 6th December we hosted a truly special Spare Chair event for people in our local community @ www.emildale.co.uk for people who may feel isolated. This was all held at our studios in Hitchin - Emil Dale Academy.
With the help of some very kind volunteers and local businesses, we were able to cook a three-course meal accompanied by wonderful songs performed by our talented students.
... We would like to thank everyone involved in supporting this event and those who made contributions (be it in time or kind donations).
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts:
Hitchin Priory (for sharing plates, cutlery, chairs...) Paul @ Bespoke Signs (for the beautiful window displays) The Hermitage, Hitchin (for donating wine) B&M, Hitchin (for donating Christmas decorations) Wyevale Garden Centre, Letchworth (for donating a beautiful Christmas tree) Kenhurst (for providing us with traditional Christmas dinner meat and produce) Jasper's Hire (for providing us with a Hot Box keeping our Christmas dinner warm throughout the preparation) Mosaic Flowers, Hitchin (for donating gorgeous centre pieces) Storm Lighting (for providing amazing lighting equipment)
Another thank you to those who donated gifts, food, gave monetary contributions, volunteered during the event itself and offered lifts for our attendees:
Donna Knight, Michelle Wilson, Sal Gibson, Anne Burgess, Sean Maxwell, Sandra Charlotte Hay, Laura Hall, Sharon Braxton, Charlotte Storey, Hillary Withers, Stephanie Clements, Deano Kirkbride, Jackie Reid, Laura Hall, Diane Mouskovious, Cheryl McNally, Kevin Hammond, Jim Fleet, Lesley Newman, Julie Cambridge, Elise Callaghan, Sean Callaghan, Eleni Howe, Dianne Hammond & Jule Bryne
A special mention to Jesse Clements and Gemma Smart for all their additional help!
We could not have done all of this without help from you all.
Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas!
Emil & the team at Emil Dale Academy.
#emildale #christmas #sparechair #hitchin #singer #dancer #actor #musical #musicaltheatre #theatre #christmastree #christmasdinner #wine #christmasdinner
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#EmilDaleAdvent 12 days of Christmas.
On Christmas Day my true love gave to me Lorenza Michelucci-Dunn on the first year of our BA (hons)
Want in? It’s here www.emildale.co.uk/EDA admissions@emildale.co.uk 01462 677 808
... 1) Be yourself. You might be exactly who EDA are looking for. It is also really important to be nice and approachable!
2) The second I walked into EDA I knew I wanted to train here. The atmosphere is fun, inviting and everyone here does their utmost to make you feel comfortable and content. The training here is equally balanced across all three disciplines and because of the small class sizes we get thorough individual feedback regularly.
3) The hardest thing about training at the Emil Dale Academy is cardio every morning.
4) My favourite thing about EDA is the supportive atmosphere and all the amazing teachers we have in everyday.
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#EmilDaleAdvent 12 days of Christmas.
Want in? www.emildale.co.uk/EDA admissions@emildale.co.uk
On the 24th Day of Christmas my true love gave to me.... Toby Turpin!!
... Name: Toby Turpin
Course: 2 Year Sixth Form Course!
What advice would you give to people auditioning for the Emil Dale Academy? Just be yourself and try your hardest to do everything at the best you can; you don’t want to walk away from the audition thinking “I could’ve done that” (and tape you’re sheet music😜).
What was your reason for training at the Emil Dale Academy? I wanted to train at EDA because there isn’t anywhere like it; the teachers are the best of the best, the students are friendly and there is a real family feel to the place.
What is the hardest thing about training at the Emil Dale Academy? The hardest thing for me is actually remembering I am on a BTEC course! You are treated like a degree student, you are given the same training that a degree student is given and the performance opportunities are the same!
What is your favourite thing about the Emil Dale Academy? My favourite thing about EDA is that there isn’t a specific focus on any particular discipline, your time is spent evenly doing acting, singing and dancing whereas most drama schools spend their time training you in either one or two of the three disciplines.
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We are in The Stage newspaper. 3 of our full time audition days are fully booked. We only offer a max of 43 places on each course. Fill in an application form online here: www.emildale.co.uk/EDA

When we were told it would cost £30 each to watch an amateur production of Hairspray we balked at the thought. But we knew someone very special to us in the cast so we said let's go and see.

Wow, how wrong could we have been? Amateur production? Every bit as professional as any West End or touring show we have been to & we have seen more than our fair share. With the stage the way it is set up, you feel part of the show not a part of an audience. And the performances? Goose bumps and tears! We will be recommending the Emil Dale school to anyone who will listen. Blown away!

When I first found out about Emil Dale Academy it was rather new, and I went there for a few sessions and loved it so much! But unfortunately I couldn’t carry on. Then I moved to Stevenage and almost immediately went straight back to it! I enjoy attending EDA every Sunday so so so much it’s amazing � I went to see the full time college students perform in Sweeney Todd not long ago and the level of professionalism was phenomenal. West End standard. So professional. I had to go back and see Legally blonde, of course. I went to see it on opening night and it was so amazing that I went to see the other cast this afternoon, and I can honestly say If I could watch it again and again and again I would! Obviously I would adore attending this wonderful place full time one day... when my time is right! I support EDA so much and I think the world of everything they do. If you ever get a chance to pop down to the factory and watch a production, you won’t regret it. One day I hope to attend EDA full time and I believe anyone who does should be so proud of themselves. Well done to the cast of Legally Blonde and Sweeney Todd (and Thoroughly Modern Millie, although I unfortunately couldn’t attend) you are all wonderful and insanely talented people��

Went to watch my niece and an amazing cast in Hairspray last night and wow ! Unbelievably professional, polished, talented, entertaining and full of energy - what a great night and we are blaming the hairspray for getting in our eyes causing us to shed a tear ! Extremely proud of how hard everyone works to put on such a show, well done !

Went to evening performance last night and was swept back to the French Revolution. Fantastic performances from all the cast, great set, wonderful band - all in all a lovely evening. To any that are going today - don't wear mascara and take tissues - they will be needed at the end !!Well done everyone ��

Watched the production of Hairspray at the Factory Warehouse in Hitchin last night...my first visit, certainly not my last!! Was blown away by the highly talented performers from the Emil Dale Acadamy, want a fantastic, diverse group, absolutely loved them!

Must commend the whole set up there, from the ground team looking after us, above and beyond, so courteous and polite, extremely helpful, what a fantastic experience.

The after party, such a treat meeting some of the cast, what a lovely, enthusiastic bunch they were, the acadamy should be proud!

Looking forward to my next visit, huge thank you to all involved!! :) ♡

This school is incredible. The training you receive at EDSA is beyond outstanding (trust me I've been to them all)! You are trained by actual professionals in the industry. EDSA give's you the key to develop into a good enough performer to further your training to become a professional in the industry. If you have talent within performing arts, I promise you this is the school for you!

There's no doubt in my mind that this is the best training at this level in the South East and in the most welcoming theatre family. My daughters both thrive here. We looked at loads of drama schools and we knew that EDSA was right from the moment we walked through the door. And EDA has provided the perfect next step.

The best!!!!

Our second visit to Emil Dales. Last time Greese, this time Hairspray. Last night 20.5.17 was once again, absolutely outstanding. These performers are top quality. They always put in 110%. Beautiful, powerful voices & dance moves to die for. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Very highly recommend seeing one of there performances. Can't wait to come again. Xx

Our daughter auditioned last week and fell in love with the place immediately as did I, Today she has received an offer of a place on the weekend school and she cant wait to start. Everyone there was so friendly and welcoming. Thank you Emil and the team !

My 9 year old daughter has attended EDA since she was 6, she adores it. The passion shines out of every member of the team and they are so lovely and encouraging with all the kids. Its done wonders for my daughters self confidence and Sunday is definitely her favourite day of the week.

The shows that EDA put on are amazing, so so professional. We are incredibly lucky to have such an outstanding performing arts school in Hitchin

My 16 year old son attended one of Emil Dales workshops yesterday, he loved it, he was over the moon to meet Oakes and members of the cast from Hamilton. It has made him realise he needs to attend this type of academy to fast track his acting and singing career, oh and brush up on his dancing skills! Many thanks to Oakes and everyone at Emil Dale Studios for giving my son a brilliant days experience that could change his life 😊

Just seen a brilliant performance of Legally Blonde. A wonderful team - great to see so much talent and supportive staff 😊

Just got in after seeing "Hairspray" with my husband. When we left the house we were both a bit tired after a long old week at work. When we left - wow! We were both as high as kites after a hugely energetic, superbly entertaining and polished performance of one of our favourite musicals. Thank you to all the cast, crew and front of house for a terrific show which would not only easily fit into the West End, but also surpass some of the stale, overpriced productions to be found there. Our only regrets are that we missed your production of "Les Mis", and that we don't have tickets for tomorrow night! Thank you one and all, � you can't stop the beat�

Honestly the most incredible place I have been to in my life it really does offer something special outstanding training that cannot be beaten the atmosphere is insane never seen members develop so quickly outstanding teachers shows members highly recommend to anyone interested in the arts

Hairspray!!! Fantastic show of none stop fabulous performances, talent in abundance. The energy and buzz from beginning to end was incredible. All the cast and team should be so proud,big congratulations to all but particular mention for Georgina Onourah, what a voice, just wow!!!

Finally found a place my son comes out of feeling both inspired and worked, and we've tried a lot of places! Professional, inspiring and a great atmosphere.

Amazing show (Les Miserables) Everyone who starred in it was fantastic. Loved Eponine (Ellie Stevens) what a beautiful voice! Great place, very impressed how the show was performed so all could see everything that was going on. Well done to all!

All i can say after seeing Les Mis is........Wow! A truly wonderful show performed brilliantly by the cast. Their voices were quite outstanding together with their performances made this a not miss show. Extremely proud of my son ( Thernandier) and all the cast. Amazing!

When we were told it would cost £30 each to watch an amateur production of Hairspray we balked at the thought. But we knew someone very special to us in the cast so we said let's go and see.

Wow, how wrong could we have been? Amateur production? Every bit as professional as any West End or touring show we have been to & we have seen more than our fair share. With the stage the way it is set up, you feel part of the show not a part of an audience. And the performances? Goose bumps and tears! We will be recommending the Emil Dale school to anyone who will listen. Blown away!

When I first found out about Emil Dale Academy it was rather new, and I went there for a few sessions and loved it so much! But unfortunately I couldn’t carry on. Then I moved to Stevenage and almost immediately went straight back to it! I enjoy attending EDA every Sunday so so so much it’s amazing � I went to see the full time college students perform in Sweeney Todd not long ago and the level of professionalism was phenomenal. West End standard. So professional. I had to go back and see Legally blonde, of course. I went to see it on opening night and it was so amazing that I went to see the other cast this afternoon, and I can honestly say If I could watch it again and again and again I would! Obviously I would adore attending this wonderful place full time one day... when my time is right! I support EDA so much and I think the world of everything they do. If you ever get a chance to pop down to the factory and watch a production, you won’t regret it. One day I hope to attend EDA full time and I believe anyone who does should be so proud of themselves. Well done to the cast of Legally Blonde and Sweeney Todd (and Thoroughly Modern Millie, although I unfortunately couldn’t attend) you are all wonderful and insanely talented people��

Went to watch my niece and an amazing cast in Hairspray last night and wow ! Unbelievably professional, polished, talented, entertaining and full of energy - what a great night and we are blaming the hairspray for getting in our eyes causing us to shed a tear ! Extremely proud of how hard everyone works to put on such a show, well done !

Went to evening performance last night and was swept back to the French Revolution. Fantastic performances from all the cast, great set, wonderful band - all in all a lovely evening. To any that are going today - don't wear mascara and take tissues - they will be needed at the end !!Well done everyone ��

Watched the production of Hairspray at the Factory Warehouse in Hitchin last night...my first visit, certainly not my last!! Was blown away by the highly talented performers from the Emil Dale Acadamy, want a fantastic, diverse group, absolutely loved them!

Must commend the whole set up there, from the ground team looking after us, above and beyond, so courteous and polite, extremely helpful, what a fantastic experience.

The after party, such a treat meeting some of the cast, what a lovely, enthusiastic bunch they were, the acadamy should be proud!

Looking forward to my next visit, huge thank you to all involved!! :) ♡

This school is incredible. The training you receive at EDSA is beyond outstanding (trust me I've been to them all)! You are trained by actual professionals in the industry. EDSA give's you the key to develop into a good enough performer to further your training to become a professional in the industry. If you have talent within performing arts, I promise you this is the school for you!

There's no doubt in my mind that this is the best training at this level in the South East and in the most welcoming theatre family. My daughters both thrive here. We looked at loads of drama schools and we knew that EDSA was right from the moment we walked through the door. And EDA has provided the perfect next step.

The best!!!!

Our second visit to Emil Dales. Last time Greese, this time Hairspray. Last night 20.5.17 was once again, absolutely outstanding. These performers are top quality. They always put in 110%. Beautiful, powerful voices & dance moves to die for. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Very highly recommend seeing one of there performances. Can't wait to come again. Xx

Our daughter auditioned last week and fell in love with the place immediately as did I, Today she has received an offer of a place on the weekend school and she cant wait to start. Everyone there was so friendly and welcoming. Thank you Emil and the team !

My 9 year old daughter has attended EDA since she was 6, she adores it. The passion shines out of every member of the team and they are so lovely and encouraging with all the kids. Its done wonders for my daughters self confidence and Sunday is definitely her favourite day of the week.

The shows that EDA put on are amazing, so so professional. We are incredibly lucky to have such an outstanding performing arts school in Hitchin

My 16 year old son attended one of Emil Dales workshops yesterday, he loved it, he was over the moon to meet Oakes and members of the cast from Hamilton. It has made him realise he needs to attend this type of academy to fast track his acting and singing career, oh and brush up on his dancing skills! Many thanks to Oakes and everyone at Emil Dale Studios for giving my son a brilliant days experience that could change his life 😊

Just seen a brilliant performance of Legally Blonde. A wonderful team - great to see so much talent and supportive staff 😊

Just got in after seeing "Hairspray" with my husband. When we left the house we were both a bit tired after a long old week at work. When we left - wow! We were both as high as kites after a hugely energetic, superbly entertaining and polished performance of one of our favourite musicals. Thank you to all the cast, crew and front of house for a terrific show which would not only easily fit into the West End, but also surpass some of the stale, overpriced productions to be found there. Our only regrets are that we missed your production of "Les Mis", and that we don't have tickets for tomorrow night! Thank you one and all, � you can't stop the beat�

Honestly the most incredible place I have been to in my life it really does offer something special outstanding training that cannot be beaten the atmosphere is insane never seen members develop so quickly outstanding teachers shows members highly recommend to anyone interested in the arts

Hairspray!!! Fantastic show of none stop fabulous performances, talent in abundance. The energy and buzz from beginning to end was incredible. All the cast and team should be so proud,big congratulations to all but particular mention for Georgina Onourah, what a voice, just wow!!!

Finally found a place my son comes out of feeling both inspired and worked, and we've tried a lot of places! Professional, inspiring and a great atmosphere.

Amazing show (Les Miserables) Everyone who starred in it was fantastic. Loved Eponine (Ellie Stevens) what a beautiful voice! Great place, very impressed how the show was performed so all could see everything that was going on. Well done to all!

All i can say after seeing Les Mis is........Wow! A truly wonderful show performed brilliantly by the cast. Their voices were quite outstanding together with their performances made this a not miss show. Extremely proud of my son ( Thernandier) and all the cast. Amazing!

When we were told it would cost £30 each to watch an amateur production of Hairspray we balked at the thought. But we knew someone very special to us in the cast so we said let's go and see.

Wow, how wrong could we have been? Amateur production? Every bit as professional as any West End or touring show we have been to & we have seen more than our fair share. With the stage the way it is set up, you feel part of the show not a part of an audience. And the performances? Goose bumps and tears! We will be recommending the Emil Dale school to anyone who will listen. Blown away!

When I first found out about Emil Dale Academy it was rather new, and I went there for a few sessions and loved it so much! But unfortunately I couldn’t carry on. Then I moved to Stevenage and almost immediately went straight back to it! I enjoy attending EDA every Sunday so so so much it’s amazing � I went to see the full time college students perform in Sweeney Todd not long ago and the level of professionalism was phenomenal. West End standard. So professional. I had to go back and see Legally blonde, of course. I went to see it on opening night and it was so amazing that I went to see the other cast this afternoon, and I can honestly say If I could watch it again and again and again I would! Obviously I would adore attending this wonderful place full time one day... when my time is right! I support EDA so much and I think the world of everything they do. If you ever get a chance to pop down to the factory and watch a production, you won’t regret it. One day I hope to attend EDA full time and I believe anyone who does should be so proud of themselves. Well done to the cast of Legally Blonde and Sweeney Todd (and Thoroughly Modern Millie, although I unfortunately couldn’t attend) you are all wonderful and insanely talented people��

Went to watch my niece and an amazing cast in Hairspray last night and wow ! Unbelievably professional, polished, talented, entertaining and full of energy - what a great night and we are blaming the hairspray for getting in our eyes causing us to shed a tear ! Extremely proud of how hard everyone works to put on such a show, well done !

Went to evening performance last night and was swept back to the French Revolution. Fantastic performances from all the cast, great set, wonderful band - all in all a lovely evening. To any that are going today - don't wear mascara and take tissues - they will be needed at the end !!Well done everyone ��

Watched the production of Hairspray at the Factory Warehouse in Hitchin last night...my first visit, certainly not my last!! Was blown away by the highly talented performers from the Emil Dale Acadamy, want a fantastic, diverse group, absolutely loved them!

Must commend the whole set up there, from the ground team looking after us, above and beyond, so courteous and polite, extremely helpful, what a fantastic experience.

The after party, such a treat meeting some of the cast, what a lovely, enthusiastic bunch they were, the acadamy should be proud!

Looking forward to my next visit, huge thank you to all involved!! :) ♡

This school is incredible. The training you receive at EDSA is beyond outstanding (trust me I've been to them all)! You are trained by actual professionals in the industry. EDSA give's you the key to develop into a good enough performer to further your training to become a professional in the industry. If you have talent within performing arts, I promise you this is the school for you!

There's no doubt in my mind that this is the best training at this level in the South East and in the most welcoming theatre family. My daughters both thrive here. We looked at loads of drama schools and we knew that EDSA was right from the moment we walked through the door. And EDA has provided the perfect next step.

The best!!!!

Our second visit to Emil Dales. Last time Greese, this time Hairspray. Last night 20.5.17 was once again, absolutely outstanding. These performers are top quality. They always put in 110%. Beautiful, powerful voices & dance moves to die for. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Very highly recommend seeing one of there performances. Can't wait to come again. Xx

Our daughter auditioned last week and fell in love with the place immediately as did I, Today she has received an offer of a place on the weekend school and she cant wait to start. Everyone there was so friendly and welcoming. Thank you Emil and the team !

My 9 year old daughter has attended EDA since she was 6, she adores it. The passion shines out of every member of the team and they are so lovely and encouraging with all the kids. Its done wonders for my daughters self confidence and Sunday is definitely her favourite day of the week.

The shows that EDA put on are amazing, so so professional. We are incredibly lucky to have such an outstanding performing arts school in Hitchin

My 16 year old son attended one of Emil Dales workshops yesterday, he loved it, he was over the moon to meet Oakes and members of the cast from Hamilton. It has made him realise he needs to attend this type of academy to fast track his acting and singing career, oh and brush up on his dancing skills! Many thanks to Oakes and everyone at Emil Dale Studios for giving my son a brilliant days experience that could change his life 😊

Just seen a brilliant performance of Legally Blonde. A wonderful team - great to see so much talent and supportive staff 😊

Just got in after seeing "Hairspray" with my husband. When we left the house we were both a bit tired after a long old week at work. When we left - wow! We were both as high as kites after a hugely energetic, superbly entertaining and polished performance of one of our favourite musicals. Thank you to all the cast, crew and front of house for a terrific show which would not only easily fit into the West End, but also surpass some of the stale, overpriced productions to be found there. Our only regrets are that we missed your production of "Les Mis", and that we don't have tickets for tomorrow night! Thank you one and all, � you can't stop the beat�

Honestly the most incredible place I have been to in my life it really does offer something special outstanding training that cannot be beaten the atmosphere is insane never seen members develop so quickly outstanding teachers shows members highly recommend to anyone interested in the arts

Hairspray!!! Fantastic show of none stop fabulous performances, talent in abundance. The energy and buzz from beginning to end was incredible. All the cast and team should be so proud,big congratulations to all but particular mention for Georgina Onourah, what a voice, just wow!!!

Finally found a place my son comes out of feeling both inspired and worked, and we've tried a lot of places! Professional, inspiring and a great atmosphere.

Amazing show (Les Miserables) Everyone who starred in it was fantastic. Loved Eponine (Ellie Stevens) what a beautiful voice! Great place, very impressed how the show was performed so all could see everything that was going on. Well done to all!

All i can say after seeing Les Mis is........Wow! A truly wonderful show performed brilliantly by the cast. Their voices were quite outstanding together with their performances made this a not miss show. Extremely proud of my son ( Thernandier) and all the cast. Amazing!