Stagecoach Midsomer Norton and Radstock

Welcome to Stagecoach Midsomer Norton and Radstock!
We provide a safe, encouraging space where children aged 4–18 grow in confidence through singing, dancing, and acting. Our expert teachers help students take creative risks, build resilience, and have fun, whether they dream of the stage or just want to come out of their shell. Join us to help your child thrive with skills for life.

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Early Stages (4 – 6 year-olds)
Early Stages (4 – 6 year-olds) Main Stages (6 – 18 year-olds)
Weekly Classes

Early Stages

(4 – 6 year-olds)

Early Stages classes give children the opportunity to make new friends and have fun exploring each of the three musical theatre disciplines of singing, dancing and drama, as well as learning key life skills along the way.

Weekly Classes

Main Stages

(6 – 18 year-olds)

Main Stages classes are split in three age-appropriate groups, where children develop skills in the three musical theatre disciplines of singing, dancing and drama. These confidence-boosting classes see children build key life skills we call Creative Courage for Life®.

Holiday Workshops

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    Main Stages Summer Workshop

    Welton Primary School

    £160 – EARLY BIRD PRICE Ends 1st May Standard Price: £185 Siblings: £120 Those who participated in last years Show-in-a-Week Workshop will know that our summer course at Stagecoach Midsomer Norton is the perfect way to enjoy the school holidays through the wonderful world of acting, singing and dancing. Young people make new friends, build confidence, learn new skills and work towards an impressive and fully costumed performance on the final …

    Standard £160.00

    Presentation: Friday 7 August

    Start date – 03/08/2026 End date – 07/08/2026
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    Early Stages – Summer Workshop

    Welton Primary School

    £85 – EARLY BIRD PRICE Ends 1st March Standard Price: £100 Those who participated in last years Show-in-a-Week Workshop will know that our summer course at Stagecoach Midsomer Norton is the perfect way to enjoy the school holidays through the wonderful world of acting, singing and dancing. Young people make new friends, build confidence, learn new skills and work towards an impressive and fully costumed performance on the final day. Open to …

    Standard £85.00

    Presentation: Friday 7 August

    Start date – 03/08/2026 End date – 07/08/2026
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    Early Stages – Easter Workshop

    Welton Primary School

    9:30am – 12:30am Join us for this AMAZING K-pop inspired workshop. Early Stages Students will spend 4 days learning songs and dances from some of K-pop’s biggest stars. Think K-Pop Demon Hunters, Black Pink BTS. At the end they’ll get the chance to perform a demo of what they’ve been learning to an audience of friends and family! Our Easter Workshop is the perfect way to enjoy the school holidays …

    Standard £85.00

    Presentation: Friday 17 April

    Start date – 14/04/2026 End date – 17/04/2026
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    Main Stages – Easter Workshop

    Welton Primary School

    £150 – (Siblings are £99) 10am – 4pm Wrap around care available. We’re Going Up! Join us for this AMAZING K-pop inspired workshop. Students will spend 4 days learning songs and dances from some of K-pop’s biggest stars. Think Huntrix, Black Pink, BTS. At the end they’ll get the chance to perform a demo of what they’ve been learning to an audience of friends and family! Our Easter Workshop …

    Standard £150.00

    Presentation: Friday 17 April

    Start date – 14/04/2026 End date – 17/04/2026

  • “My granddaughter started Stagecoach as a shy nervous girl. I can’t believe the difference it has made to her. To get on a dance floor in front of a crowd melted my heart. You are her bright future.”

    Bright Future

  • “Charlie and his team are everything you would want. Warm, friendly and encouraging whilst also running a safe, well organised event for children alongside great communication to parents and carers.”

    Warm, Friendly and Encouraging.

  • “The girls were put at ease on day one. They came out each afternoon overspilling with excitement and exuberance, and couldn’t wait to go back the following morning. Thank you all.”

    Couldn’t Wait to go Back

  • “You have been absolutely amazing. Being in a place where [G] can be his funny quirky self and make friends, smile and have the support you have shown without judgement means so much.”

    Absolutely Amazing

Noticeboard

  • Early Stages – Spring Term
    This Spring our Early Stages Students will be performing a brand new musical written…
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  • Main Stages – Spring Term
    This Spring our Main Stages students will be performing the incredible Matilda the Musical….
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Meet the team

Meet our Principal

Charlie Thorpe Principal

Meet the team

Meet our Principal

Charlie trained at East 15 Acting School and worked professionally in theatre and film, including with the New Wolsey Theatre and Funicular Productions. With years of experience teaching in schools and SEN settings, he’s passionate about helping young people grow in confidence through the arts. As Principal, he brings energy, empathy, and expertise to a school where every child is empowered to thrive.

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The Teachers

  • Robyn Thorpe

    Manager

    Robyn graduated university with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Performing Arts and has performed in award-winning shows like The Murdér Express, before transitioning to working as a TV Talent Agent and then to the Charity sector as a celebrity liaison for Prostate Cancer UK. Robyn’s Performing Arts Education has lead her to success throughout her career and she is passionate about passing creative courage down to the next generation.

  • Maddie Bailey

    Singing Teacher

    Maddie is a jazz-trained vocalist and graduate of the University of Chichester Conservatoire. She performs widely, including with vintage swing duo The Robinettes, and brings over five years’ experience teaching music to all ages. Passionate about helping students grow in confidence and creativity, Maddie creates a fun, supportive space where young singers feel empowered to explore their voices and shine.

  • Henry Everett

    Drama Teacher

    Henry is a professional actor with 21 years’ experience and has taught drama for 20. He’s performed at the National Theatre, the Globe, Bristol Old Vic, Bath Theatre Royal, and many others across the UK. On screen, he’s appeared in soaps and period dramas. As a teacher, he’s worked with Stagecoach, Pineapple Performing Arts, Laine Theatre Arts, Allsorts Drama, and more. He also runs his own theatre company, blending his love of performance and teaching to inspire the next generation.

  • Tailor Cowlishaw

    Dance Teacher

    Tailor has been dancing from young age with expertise ranging from Tap to Street Dance. She trained in dance at college and education at University and has competed at a high level including at the UDO World Championships. Taylor has taught children aged 9 months to 18 years in a range of settings, including running her own dance school. She’s passionate about helping young people build confidence and creativity and is excited to bring her energy to Stagecoach.

  • Clara Vior

    Early Stages

    Clara is a professionally trained actor; she trained at the Corazza Actor’s Studio in Madrid and has been performing on stage since the age of 6. After moving to the UK, she rediscovered a passion for teaching and has since facilitated multiple theatre workshops and camps, art workshops, gymnastics lessons, and more! Her speciality is physical theatre, and she strongly believes in the amazing benefits of theatre for young children.

  • Jo Byron

    Drama (Workshops/Cover)

    Jo is a Creative Producer and Workshop Facilitator based in Somerset. They are Founder and Artistic Director of Contemporary Performance Collective UTA Arts. Jo studied Drama and Creative Writing at Bristol UWE and MA Producing at Bath Spa University. Jo has almost 15 years of experience as a drama teacher with young people and adults in a variety of environments including Bristol Shakespeare Festival, Stagecoach Bristol and Keynsham Schools, Bigfoot Arts Education and Shambala Festival.

  • Jenny Paull

    Dance (Workshops/Cover)

    Jenny is a primary teacher with eight years’ experience teaching in inclusive and creative settings across the Key Stages. With a background in dance and music, Jenny has a First Class BA (Hons) in Dance Studies from the University of Roehampton. Committed to inspiring pupils through movement and expression, she is excited to bring her enthusiastic and holistic approach, and allow pupils to flourish. 

  • Ellie Hall

    Early Stages Teaching Assistant

    Ellie is a recent graduate of the Chichester Conservatoire, where she completed professional training in Musical Theatre on the Triple Threat course. Passionate about performance, Ellie thrives in singing, acting, and dance, bringing energy and commitment to every project she undertakes. She is dedicated to creating a positive, supportive, and fun rehearsal environment, believing that the best work is made when creativity and enjoyment go hand in hand!