2023 Musical Season

Here at Kensington Arts we are delighted to announce our 2023 Musical Season. ‘Everybody’s Talking about Jamie: Teen Edition’ – Coming Easter 2023 & Disney’s ‘Frozen Junior’ – Coming Summer 2023!

As the youth arm of the Government’s Culture Division it is our mission to offer creative opportunities to young people in a fair and accessible way. We’re sure you agree that both shows are incredibly exciting and represent huge opportunity for young people to engage with musical theatre.

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Teen Edition)

You got the dreams you got the style?

We are pleased to announce Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Teen Edition) which is due to be performed at Kensington Arts from 20th – 22nd April 2023.

About the show

Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant, loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies, and steps out of the darkness into the spotlight. Sixteen: the edge of possibility. Time to make your dreams come true.

Age Limits

Please note, the age limit for this show is 13-19. If a cast member has their 13th or 19th birthday during the rehearsal period or performance dates they may still take part.

Rehearsals

Rehearsals will take place during the Easter Holidays (April 2023) at Kensington Arts.

Expression of Interest Form

This amateur production of EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE: TEEN EDITION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

Disney’s Frozen JR.

☃️❄️👑 Do you wanna build a snowman? ☃️❄️👑

We are pleased to announce Disney’s Frozen JR. which is due to be performed at Kensington Arts from 27th – 29th July 2023.

About the show

Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.

A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humour, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!

Age Limits

Please note, the age limit for this show is 8-18. If a cast member has their 8th or 19th birthday during the rehearsal period or performance dates they may still take part.

Rehearsals

Rehearsals will take place from April – July 2023, at Kensington Arts. Not all cast will be called for every rehearsal, and a detailed schedule will be given in advance.

Expression of Interest

This amateur production is presented by Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk