Stagecoach Denbigh

Stagecoach Denbigh has been providing quality part-time training in singing, dancing and acting for over 15 years. As part of the longest running and most successful children's performing arts schools network in the world Stagecoach Denbigh is more than just a stage school, theatre school or drama school. We are proud to offer a full and rounded education, teaching life skills to build confidence and stretch imaginations through singing, acting and dance classes. Jane strives to deliver an enjoyable experience in Stagecoach Denbigh with an emphasis on enjoyment!
 

Principal Jane Heckman

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LHK PRODUCTIONS PANTO

12 lucky Stagecoach Denbigh students successfully auditioned to join the cast of LHK Productions Pantomime Beauty and the Beast at the Stiwt Theatre Wrexham. They had an amazing time performing in 17 shows! We are so proud, congratulations Elsa, Leyla, Amelia, Erin, Loti, Molly, Ethni, Rosie, Charlotte, Caitlin, Elsa R and Chloe.

BBC CASUALTY

CONGRATULATIONS to Stagecoach Denbigh student AURORA who successfully cast to play the role of Charlotte Miller (Robyn’s Daughter) in BBC CASUALTY, so far she has appeared in 3 episodes and is due to appear in two more in 2023!

A MUSICAL MASH UP

It was fantastic to get all our wonderful STAGECOACH students back on stage in ‘A MUSICAL MASH UP’ (written by Miss Laura) and performed at Rhyl Pavilion on November 20th 2022. Everyone did incredibly well and the feedback has been phenomenal! Congratulations ALL.

CITV MAKEAWAY TAKEAWAY

It was great to watch Stagecoach SUPERSTAR Siblings Henry and Tommy in CITV MAKEAWAY TAKEAWAY. Well done boys!

ITV MATERNAL

Six year old Superstar Aurora has landed herself another TV role and will be starring as MAGGIE CAVENDISH in a brand new ITV drama series ‘Maternal’. Aurora had lots of fun filming and we cannot wait to watch her on our screens again. Maternal airs on JANUARY 16TH at 9pm

Dreamcoat Superstars

We are delighted to be providing 30 students to perform in the new DREAMCOAT SUPERSTARS UK TOUR when it comes Lytham St Anne’s in May!

Dreamcoat Superstars

We are delighted to be providing 30 students to perform in the new DREAMCOAT SUPERSTARS UK TOUR when it comes Lytham St Anne’s in May!

Weekly Classes

Early Stages (for ages 4-6 yrs)

Stagecoach Early Stages
Early Stages classes run alongside the main Stagecoach schools, where young people learn skills in each of the three Musical Theatre disciplines of singing, dancing & drama, so it is an easy step when it is time to transfer to the next stage.

(90 minutes each week)

Main Stages (for ages 6-18 yrs)

Stagecoach Main Stages
Main Stages classes are split in three age appropriate groups, where young people learn new skills in each of the complementary Musical Theatre disciplines of singing, dancing & drama. We nurture the shy and apprehensive, until they find their feet and voice, whilst at the same time developing and channelling those with bundles of talent, confidence and energy. We believe in the potential of every child!

(3 hrs each week)

Holiday Workshops

Themed Children's Parties

Birthdays & Celebrations

We understand that with the increasing demands on parents, juggling the pressures of work and family life, time is of the essence. Therefore Stagecoach Parties provide a way to remove the stress from what should be a day of celebration for everyone and allow you to sit back, relax and let us do all the work! Whether they want to be fairies, pirates or detectives, there is a Stagecoach Party for everyone!

Meet The Team

Principal - Jane Heckman

Jane Heckman is Principal of the Denbigh school and is an established teacher of dance. Once a performer herself and now passing on her vast knowledge to her many pupils.
 
Jane began her dancing at the age of 7 gaining the highest grade in all of her R.A.D graded examinations (this had never been achieved in her school before!).
 
At the of 16 Jane was awarded a place at the prestigious Hammond School in Chester where she studied all forms of dance: ballet, tap, modern, jazz, contempory, pointe and character. Jane left Hammond with her dance and teaching qualification, and taught at various locations and schools.
 
Having such a love for dancing Jane decided to open her own dance school in 1990. The school began with one class of 15 pupils and now this has grown to nearly 200!
 
Jane strives to deliver an enjoyable experience in Stagecoach Denbigh with an emphasis on enjoyment!