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The Festival acknowledges the current interest in Musical Theatre and we are pleased to offer you a rare opportunity to perform in the prestigious setting of the magnificent Banqueting Room in Bath’s Guildhall. In 2011 we introduced a whole new range of classes allowing performers to showcase their talents across the three disciplines of Drama, Song and Dance. We hope that by providing a Festival platform for individuals and groups to have their work professionally adjudicated that we are addressing the increasing expectation of Examination Boards and Drama schools for all-round performers. Equally, for those concerned with performance solely as a leisure activity, it is always useful to have some constructive advice on how to build and improve their skills.
Because we think that the performance itself is the most important aspect of any presentation we are recommending that entrants use only the minimum of props and a suggestion of costume.
Workshop
For those teachers who specialise in just Dance or Drama or Music and would like some guidance in this section we are running an Autumn workshop led by Tristan Carter. More details to follow.
Classes
Solo: Duo: Group
We offer 4 classes in each section.
- 11 years and under
- 14 years and under
- 16 years and under
- Open Class - this will include adults but also address the needs of a mixed age-range group.
Download the syllabus for further details, class number and time limit.
Adjudicator 2012
Benjamin Costello MA PGDip BMus FRSA
Ben is a musical director, choral director, singing coach, accompanist and adjudicator, performing and teaching throughout the U.K. and overseas. He has worked extensively for the Further and Higher Education sectors including at Arts Ed (London), Mountview, GSA, RAM, LAMDA and LCM and at the universities of London and Kingston. Director of Kingston Chamber Singers since 2001, he is also Chairman of Kingston Arts Council and is Artistic Direct of the biennial Kingston Festival of Voice. Principal singing tutor at Shrewsbury House Boys' School since 2005, he accepted an invitation to become Director of Music there in September 2010. He is presently engaged in doctoral research at the University of Surrey.
Rules
1. COPYRIGHT
a. The festival does not accept liability for the infringement of copyright recording or performing rights arising out of an entrant's accompaniment or performance. It contributes to a group license to cover payment of fees for the use of recorded music at its events. Teachers and choreographers using tapes created from commercial recordings are advised that they are themselves responsible for seeking permission to re-record from the recording companies concerned.
b. The use of photo of other facsimile copies of printed material without the publisher's permission is forbidden as contrary to law. However, when material is part of a volume, and not published separately, a copy may be made for the Adjudicator, provided that the entrant has already purchased a copy. The photocopy will be retained and then destroyed by the festival.
2. PERFORMANCE
a. Chairs and a table will be provided
b. Tape/CD player will be provided. Entrants are responsible for providing an accompanist. It is the responsibility of the performer to set tapes ready to play. All tapes/CDs should be clearly marked with the class/number of the entrant. Please ensure that all existing labels are removed or covered. The organizers cannot accept any responsibility for incorrect playing of any CD except in the event of equipment failure. It is recommended that performers bring a back up copy of the CD in a different medium
c. Minimal props and a suggestion of costume essential to the action or character may be used. Full stage costume is discouraged.
3. TIME LIMITS
Time limits must be strictly observed. Introductions are not included in the time limit and 2 minutes are allowed for set up.
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