Summer Intensive
A five-day rehearsal & performance experience for serious young performers.
West End Kids Summer Intensive 2026
A five-day rehearsal and performance experience for serious young performers.
Key Details
Dates: Tuesday 28 July – Saturday 1 August 2026
Times: 11:00 – 16:00 daily
Location: Four days at Husky Studios (central London), final showcase at a central London performance venue
Fee: £397 for five days (non-residential)
Places are strictly limited to ensure focused, professional working environment.
A focused intensive for serious young performers
The West End Kids Summer Intensive is a five-day rehearsal-based programme built around the standards and working practices of the Company.
Across four days of structured training and rehearsal, followed by a final showcase performance, performers experience the pace, discipline, and expectations required to work at a higher level.
This is not a casual summer course. It is designed for performers who are already training and ready to be pushed further.
What the week includes
Performers train and rehearse daily across the core areas of musical theatre:
Dance & movement
- Musical theatre and ensemble choreography
- Precision, stamina, and performance quality
Vocal & acting through song
- Ensemble singing with musical direction
- Storytelling, clarity, and performance intention
Rehearsal & stagecraft
- Learning and retaining material at pace
- Taking direction and applying notes
- Spacing, transitions, and stage awareness
Professional working habits
- Focus, discipline, and consistency
- Working as part of a serious ensemble
How the week is structured
Tuesday – Friday
Daily training and rehearsal in a structured, fast-paced environment.
Saturday – Showcase Performance
A short, polished performance at a central London venue for family and invited guests.
Who the Summer Intensive is for
- Performers aged approximately 10–18
- Those already training in singing, dance, or drama
- Performers ready for a disciplined rehearsal environment
- Families seeking a serious, structured experience
Not suitable if
- You are looking for a casual holiday activity
- Your child is new to performing arts training
- They are not ready for focused, full-day rehearsal work
- Attendance or commitment may be inconsistent
What to expect
This is a demanding and focused week.
Performers are expected to:
- Arrive prepared and ready to work
- Maintain concentration throughout the day
- Respond positively to direction and feedback
- Work consistently as part of an ensemble
Led by West End Kids Directors
The Intensive is led by West End Kids Directors, maintaining the same rehearsal standards used across the Company.
Performers train in an environment that reflects real rehearsal conditions, with clear expectations and direct feedback.
Where this can lead
The Summer Intensive provides a clear introduction to the West End Kids standard.
Following the week, some performers may be:
- Invited to WEK: Training
- Recommended for further development
- Advised on next steps within West End Kids
Progression is based on readiness, consistency, and suitability.
Travel and accomodation
This is a non-residential programme.
Families are responsible for travel and accommodation where required.
Guidance on nearby accommodation and transport options is provided after booking.