Combined acting & musical theatre for 14+ years

beauty and the Beast - The Wilde Theatre, 2021

Medusa Musical Theatre Company are for ambitious young adult (14+) Musical Theatre performers. Many company members have professional or amateur experience when they join, and are in training for a career in performing and entry to vocational schools and university.

3.5 core hours a week plus shows and events, £180 a term, two shows a year (with the option of a third)!

Entry on to this course is by audition/workshop, the standard is very high. Keen beginners who are willing to work hard are also welcome! The company are friendly and supportive of each other. They perform in at least two shows a year, can opt to join additional class Medusa Pro (our acting company) in summer, and have the option of taking graded Musical Theatre exams annually.

Members aged 16-18 also have first refusal on places on our FREE college intensives in summer. 3 weeks each summer working on a real show in collaboration with South Hill Park - and getting a real (and free!) qualification!

“Artemis is such an amazing place to be as it brings young adults and teenagers of all different ages together to bond over something they love most! The tutors are always there for support and guidance, both in and out of class”

— Honey J - Student

Who is it for?

Medusa is for young people aged 14+ who love performing musical theatre.

Entry is by audition and subject to space. Members can choose to audition for lead, chorus and technical or production roles. So some members might co-direct a show as well as appearing in the chorus, while others focus on one main part. The whole company are actively encouraged to be part of the producing side of the shows - and often help with costume, props and set building.

Upcoming shows:

Feb ‘24 - Annie Junior (select members) - Wild Theatre South Hill Park

Feb ‘24 - Showcase - Wilde Theatre South Hill Park

March ‘24 - Lift Off Musical Theatre Event - Wilde Theatre South Hill Park

July ‘24 - OUR HOUSE - Wilde Theatre, South Hill Park

August ‘24 - Les Mis Schools Ed - Summer intensive, Wilde Theatre South Hill Park.

Our members socialise a lot outside class - it is a very friendly group!

For those of you gathering extra UCAS points, you can opt to take graded exams Musical Theatre (summer term). The training is included in class fees, you only pay for the exam itself.

All new members are offered a FREE two week trial as part of their audition.

Summer Intensive - Members aged 16-19 have access to a FREE three week intensive, funded by Artemis College. The summer school is fully funded and works towards a full musical theatre show for the public, and qualifications for the 16-18’s.

12-15’s can also attend - but a free of £315 is charged by our partners at South Hill Park.

Class times

Term times, 36 weeks a year (with extras for shows).

Michaelmas term 2022 (Sept-Dec) to half term Feb ‘22:

3pm*-6.30pm Saturday (Medusa Young Company @ Whitegrove)

* Company members will be called as needed if they are appearing in the Annie in small groups/duos/trios to work with the Junior Company. Full company arrive to rehearse from 3pm.

Spring (from half term in Feb) and Summer Terms ‘22

3pm-6.30pm Full company

Summer school 2024 (Free for 16-18 who meet funding criteria):

Late July/Early August. Dates TBC.

Full term dates: https://artemis-studios.co.uk/term-dates

Fees

Annual Student Subscription Membership £110 pp per year (due at the start of term, once a year). Includes uniform/show tee shirt, bag, note book, pen, script books, highlighter, costumes. This is reduced for anyone signing up later in the year.

Class fees (termly): £180 per person

Term fees can be split over 3 months but must be arranged at the first class. (Sept-Dec, Jan-April, May-Aug).

Tickets for shows: Tickets for shows vary in price. All cast must buy a minimum of 4 tickets per show.

Scholarships: When available, they are 50% reduction, or full (100%) reduction subject to a sponsor and the criteria met by the applicant.

Exams: Exams are charged at cost, and are optional. For solo or duo this varies by exams board and grade being taken. On average £45-£100 per exam. Scholarships do not cover exam fees.

Terms and Conditions

For full Terms and Conditions of participation, please click HERE