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3 06, 2026

Academy Performing Arts 2026 Summer School Showcase

The Academy Performing Arts School are pleased to be back at The Brentwood Theatre for our annual Summer School Showcase.
As always, we have another action packed show, filled with song, dance and drama for Performing Arts Enthusiasts of all ages.
Our Amazingly talented students have worked so hard to put this full scale production together in just five days.
So for one night only, sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

Approx Running Time – 2hrs 20 Mins (Including 20 Min Interval)

2 06, 2026

The Thirty Nine Steps

Award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin writes and performs this brand new stage adaptation of the classic Edwardian spy thriller by John Buchan, memorably filmed by Alfred Hitchcock.

First published in 1915, this perennially popular thriller has been adapted by Jonathan Goodwin. He plays man-on-the-run Richard Hannay, falsely accused of a murder he did not commit. He is pursued across the moors of Scotland by the nefarious Black Stone, a clandestine criminal organization hell-bent on plunging the world into a global war. In a race against time, Hannay must evade capture and certain death at the hands of the criminals responsible, and prevent the assassination of a foreign dignitary by anarchist spies.

Approx Running Time – 1Hr 10Mins (Including a 20 Minute Interval)

Age – 11+

22 05, 2026

The Vicar Of Dibley

JOIN US IN DIBLEY THIS SEPTEMBER
A special celebration inspired by the much-loved world of The Vicar of Dibley, brought to life on stage for a weekend of laughter, warmth and unforgettable moments.

THE VICAR ARRIVES IN DIBLEY
Experience the arrival of the Vicar as she begins her life in the village of Dibley. This charming comedy follows her early days in the community, featuring many familiar and much-loved moments, including David Horton’s attempts to have her removed, Geraldine’s ill-fated decision to give up chocolate for Lent, and the chaos surrounding Hugo and Alice’s wedding. A heartwarming introduction to village life where nothing ever quite goes to plan.

ADD AFTERNOON TEA
Make your day extra special with a traditional afternoon tea with the villagers of Dibley for £20.00, served between performances.WHY NOT JOIN US?

Come and spend a truly monumental weekend in Dibley, filled with laughter, nostalgia and all your favourite moments brought to life on stage.

Approx Running Time – 2hrs 20 Mins (Including 20 Min Interval)

7 05, 2026

Enron

Performers College are proud to present,

Enron, by Lucy Prebble, a fast-paced, darkly comic exploration of one of the biggest corporate scandals in history. Blending sharp wit with inventive theatricality, the play charts the meteoric rise and spectacular fall of the energy giant, exposing the ambition, arrogance and moral compromise at the heart of modern capitalism.

Directed by the brilliant Ewa Dina, recent recipient of the JMK Award 2026, with exciting movement direction by Theophilus O. Bailey, this dynamic production brings visceral energy and striking physical storytelling to Prebble’s acclaimed script, offering a gripping, thought-provoking theatrical experience.

This amateur production of Enron is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French, Ltd.

Approx Running Time – 2Hrs 20 Mins (Including 20 Min Interval)

Strobe Lighting (Stroboscopic Lighting Effects – Flashing/Pulsating) Will Be Used During This Event,
There Is Strong Language During This Event

7 05, 2026

Enron

Performers College are proud to present,

Enron, by Lucy Prebble, a fast-paced, darkly comic exploration of one of the biggest corporate scandals in history. Blending sharp wit with inventive theatricality, the play charts the meteoric rise and spectacular fall of the energy giant, exposing the ambition, arrogance and moral compromise at the heart of modern capitalism.

Directed by the brilliant Ewa Dina, recent recipient of the JMK Award 2026, with exciting movement direction by Theophilus O. Bailey, this dynamic production brings visceral energy and striking physical storytelling to Prebble’s acclaimed script, offering a gripping, thought-provoking theatrical experience.

This amateur production of Enron is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French, Ltd.

Approx Running Time – 2Hrs 20 Mins (Including 20 Min Interval)

Strobe Lighting (Stroboscopic Lighting Effects – Flashing/Pulsating) Will Be Used During This Event,
There Is Strong Language During This Event

7 05, 2026

Enron

Performers College are proud to present,

Enron, by Lucy Prebble, a fast-paced, darkly comic exploration of one of the biggest corporate scandals in history. Blending sharp wit with inventive theatricality, the play charts the meteoric rise and spectacular fall of the energy giant, exposing the ambition, arrogance and moral compromise at the heart of modern capitalism.

Directed by the brilliant Ewa Dina, recent recipient of the JMK Award 2026, with exciting movement direction by Theophilus O. Bailey, this dynamic production brings visceral energy and striking physical storytelling to Prebble’s acclaimed script, offering a gripping, thought-provoking theatrical experience.

This amateur production of Enron is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French, Ltd.

Approx Running Time – 2Hrs 20 Mins (Including 20 Min Interval)

Strobe Lighting (Stroboscopic Lighting Effects – Flashing/Pulsating) Will Be Used During This Event,
There Is Strong Language During This Event

20 03, 2026

Lady Windermere’s Fan By Oscar Wilde

DOT Productions presents Oscar Wilde’s Lady Windermere’s Fan, a sparkling revival brimming with wit, charm, and the company’s signature comedic flair. This nimble five-actor adaptation brings Wilde’s razor-sharp dialogue and delicious social satire to life with inventive staging and playful character doubling.

When Lady Windermere begins to suspect her husband’s loyalty, a mysterious woman’s arrival threatens to upend her world. A whirlwind of gossip, temptation, and mistaken intentions follows—leading to a revelation that challenges every assumption. Light-footed, stylish, and irresistibly funny, this production captures the heart of Wilde’s classic while offering a fresh, intimate twist.

A delightful evening of scandal, elegance, and laughter awaits.

Approx Running Time – 2 Hours 10 Minutes (Including 20 Min Interval)

2 12, 2025

1:4:9 Presents Much Ado About Nothing

1:4:9 transport you to the world of high fashion in Much Ado About Nothing.

Leonato, founder of the fashion brand ‘The House of Leo’ is throwing a huge party on the island of Sicily and anyone who is anyone in the world of fashion will be there.
From designers Don Pedro and Benedick, to the hottest new model, Claudio, to Don Pedro’s waster of a brother Don John – everyone is gathering to celebrate. But things will not be going smoothly – Don John’s in league with paparazzi, stirring up a scandal to ruin Leonato’s daughter, former child model and lost soul, Hero. On top of that, Editor in Chief of Vestiti Magazine, Beatrice, has some old scores to settle with Benedick and neither of them is going to back down…

This will be a production filled with joy, laughter, banging tunes and lots and lots of love.

Strobe Lighting Will Be Used throughout
Approx Running Time – 2hrs 15 Mins Including Interval

11 09, 2025

The Lady Vanishes

One train + one American heiress + one English nanny = one thrilling mystery! When Miss Froy vanishes, everyone denies having ever seen her. Is Amanda’s hangover really that bad…or does the fate of Miss Froy and the British Empire lie in her hands?

Just before the start of World War II, zany heiress Amanda Kelly travels by train to Switzerland. While passing through Germany, she meets a sweet elderly lady, Miss Froy, who suddenly vanishes. Distraught, Amanda questions her fellow passengers who claim that the woman was never there at all. Unsure if it’s all in her mind or if there’s a more sinister plot afoot, Amanda teams up with photographer Robert Condon to discover the truth. If Miss Froy is not a figment of her imagination, then who indeed can she trust..?

There is no interval for this show and please note strobe lighting and gunshot sound effects will be used throughout the show.
Approx Run Time – 90Mins

11 09, 2025

The Lady Vanishes

One train + one American heiress + one English nanny = one thrilling mystery! When Miss Froy vanishes, everyone denies having ever seen her. Is Amanda’s hangover really that bad…or does the fate of Miss Froy and the British Empire lie in her hands?

Just before the start of World War II, zany heiress Amanda Kelly travels by train to Switzerland. While passing through Germany, she meets a sweet elderly lady, Miss Froy, who suddenly vanishes. Distraught, Amanda questions her fellow passengers who claim that the woman was never there at all. Unsure if it’s all in her mind or if there’s a more sinister plot afoot, Amanda teams up with photographer Robert Condon to discover the truth. If Miss Froy is not a figment of her imagination, then who indeed can she trust..?

There is no interval for this show and please note strobe lighting and gunshot sound effects will be used throughout the show.
Approx Run Time – 90Mins

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