A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your Young Performer

Auditions are thrilling but nerve-wracking for young performers—and for their parents! As a parent, your role is crucial but difficult to navigate as you provide support and encouragement to help to ensure your child feels confident and also prepared. We’ve spoken on this blog about advice for young performers who are auditioning however, we think its equally important to provide parents with guidance too.

This blog is a little different as I’ve kept a more general approach rather than focussed on dance or theatre. Whoever you are and whatever ambitions you may have, this is a must read blog.

Choosing the right drama school for YOU.

Our 3 biggest considerations you should take when deciding on Musical Theatre Colleges.

Choosing the right drama school is one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make as an aspiring musical theatre professional. With so many options in the UK, it can feel overwhelming to decide which school will provide you with the best training and opportunities. Whether you’re just beginning to look at the options out there or you’re looking to audition this year, our guide will help you navigate the options and select the best fit for you.

Dealing with audition rejection: A guide for all young performers & parents.

A career in the Arts has the some of the highest highs and the lowest lows. From the elation of receiving a “yes” to the pain of the 10th “no” in succession. Whether you're a young performer or a supportive parent, understanding how to navigate rejection is essential for growth and resilience in this competitive industry.

Here is our 5 step guide for all audition self tapes in 2024.

Self tapes are becoming more and more popular with casting directors and filming them can feel extremely alien if you haven’t done so before. However, it’s not actually as complicated as it can first seem as long as you follow a simple structure.

Auditioning is an art form in itself. It doesn’t matter how talented or hard working you are if you can’t demonstrate it when it matters most. Here are my top 8 tips to give yourself the best chance at a dance call.

Don’t get these straightforward points wrong! Finding monologues and songs for auditions can seem like a daunting task and at Front & Centre, we’re asked for advice on finding material all the time. It can be a simple enough task - as long as you know what you’re looking for.

Here are our FIVE biggest tips for finding audition monologues and songs.

What are Musical Theatre Associate Programmes and why are they so popular?

A Musical Theatre Associate Programme is typically an advanced training program designed for young performers who are serious about pursuing a career in musical theatre. These programs bridge the gap between beginner/intermediate training and professional-level training, offering focused, high-quality instruction and performance opportunities.

7 TIPS TO HELP YOU NAIL THAT NEXT BIG AUDITION!

Our first ever blog! Audition tips to help anyone at any level. Take a quick read, this may well change your perspective on auditioning.