Musical Theatre Showcase 2023

musical theatre showcase Bath Spa University Theatre

14th December 2023

welcome!

We’re so delighted that you’ve joined us for this Musical Theatre Showcase, featuring our final year Musical Theatre students.

Tonight’s performance represents the culmination of three years of Musical Theatre study, in which our students have developed their performance skills, alongside in-depth investigation of the historical, cultural and sociological aspects of the genre, and explorations into new musical theatre writing.

They’ve worked incredibly hard, being inquisitive and adventurous in their desire to take on new challenges and find new repertoire. We’re incredibly proud of what they’ve achieved.

As they prepare to graduate and move into their futures, we wish each one ‘all the best’, and hope that you enjoy this great celebration of their achievements. Have a wonderful evening!

Jo Sercombe & Miranda Lundskaer-Nielsen Module Tutors

running order Welcome to the Rock - Come From Away Company I Don’t Need a Roof - Big Fish Chloe Rayment Don’t Tell Mama - Cabaret Sioned Hight Watch What Happens - Newsies Issy Goodman Take Me or Leave Me - Rent Lauren and Chloe Run Away With Me - Mad Ones LJ Bennion

running order Come Up to My Office - Parade Alex Mayne Bad Idea - Waitress LJ and Mabel Climbing Uphill - The Last Five Years Lillie Nicholls The Boy Next Door - Meet Me in St. Louis Mabel Hewitt Love Will Come and Find Me Again - Bandstand Lauren-Elizabeth Finale - Come From Away Company

credits Production Leader: Jo Sercombe Acting & Staging Adviser: Miranda Lundskaer-Nielsen Ensemble vocal arrangements: Jo Sercombe Ensemble songs staging & rehearsal direction: LaurenElizabeth & Lillie Nicholls Ensemble song backing tracks: Chloe Rayment Programme Design: Alex Mayne Promotion & Marketing: Sioned Hight & Mabel Hewitt

cast LJ Bennion (he/him) From a young age, LJ has been passionate for performing and musical theatre. At 16, LJ joined the Mark Jermin Stage School, landing roles in feature films and Netflix series. Eager to improve his performance skills, LJ chose musical theatre modules at University alongside performing with Bath Spa Musical Theatre Society.

Issy Goodman (she/her) Issy's passion for performing began at a young age, which she showed through her participation in musical theatre classes, regular vocal training and acting workshops. This course has allowed Issy to gain more confidence within her own performing abilities, and she is excited to see where this will take her after graduation.

Mabel Hewitt (she/her) Mabel is a devoted performer who began her journey with musical theatre when she was little. She has gained experience from a variety of performance opportunities: local theatre, LAMDA and local award ceremonies. This course has helped Mabel develop her techniques as she hopes to continue into the industry once graduated.

cast Sioned Hight (she/her) After watching a pantomime rendition of Cinderella at the age of 10, Sioned discovered their love for acting. Sioned gained huge experience during their short time studying in Chicago. Sioned has learned many skills with studying musical theatre with the school and is excited to see what the future holds.

Lauren-Elizabeth (she/her) Having taken part in various productions over the last 15 years, Lauren is a well accomplished and dedicated performer. She first began performing with the SAPA centre, making her professional debut in Miss Julie at the Exchange. She plans to continue her training with an MFA in Professional Acting

Alex Mayne (he/him) From a young age, Alex has been involved in the annual Manx Music Festival on the Isle of Man and there discovered a love for performing. Over the past few years he has attended the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts and filmed for BBC casualty. He plans to continue working in the arts after graduating.

cast Lillie Nicholls (she/her) Lillie discovered a love for theatre and all things musical when she started primary school. She continued to do productions and amateur productions. Lillie is hoping to continue working in the industry focusing more on her acting career next year and so fourth.

Chloe Rayment (she/her) After discovering her love for Performing Arts in secondary school, Chloe has dedicated her time to building her confidence in Musical Theatre performing. She has enjoyed stepping outside of her comfort zone in this module and aims to continue within the industry after the completion of her degree in 2024

with thanks to!

Accompanist: Francis Faux Technician (Sound & Lights): Sam Cother Technicians (backstage mic support) Bath Spa Live: Suzanne Harris and team

Find out about the Musical Theatre Pathway here at Bath Spa University here: www.bathspa.ac.uk/courses/ug-drama-musical-theatre/