VoiceAbility is a local performing arts company run by LIPA graduate Andrew Stephenson, providing workshops in singing, acting and musical theatre, all of which can be tailored to your school’s specific requirements and support your current curriculum.

“The great thing about Andrew (Principal singing teacher) is his versatility. Our students really benefit from his professional approach to performance and our students don't just sign up for lessons, they stick with him; confidence and musicianship both grow significantly.” Nigel Reeve, Head of Music, Rainford High Technology College

VoiceAbility are currently registering on the voluntary OFSTED Register with registration expecting to be completed summer 2009, this underlines the high standards they aspire to. They are passionate about engaging and encouraging pupils to participate in performing arts, helping them to build confidence and to gather new skill sets that are important at a young age.

Recent workshops include drama workshops on social issues, gospel music, musical theatre and rock and pop vocals, and any workshop can be customised, with your input, to provide a tailor made service.

VoiceAbility offers private one to one or group lessons for Key Stages 2, 3 and 4, and also lessons for Sixth Form students. Through private lessons students can be entered for London Collegeof Music singing and musical theatre examinations, and are currently running at a 100% pass rate up to and including diploma level. These exams count towards UCAS points and are extremely beneficial for university applications.

All tuition is provided by experienced staff, utilising respected international techniques that are widely used throughout the professional industry. Techniques are based on vocal biology which is important for any aspiring performer to understand.

Tutors can work within your school, or pupils can be taught at The VoiceAbility studios. Their services are available during school hours, in support of your curriculum, or after school, as an extracurricular activity. They also operate outside of school term times, if it is more convenient for you and your objectives.

VoiceAbility studios are also available for hire as rehearsal space, with several studios of varying sizes being  available. VoiceAbility can also provide recording facilities if you would like to arrange a recording for your school choir or music GCSE practical examinations. As a company they are “totally focussed on providing a flexible and responsive service to satisfy our customers’ needs”. If you would like to explore how they can accommodate your school’s requirements do not hesitate to contact them for an informal discussion.

Key information

• All Staff CRB Checked
• Highly trained and experienced staff
• Technique Based Lessons
• Performing Arts workshops in your school
• TIE (Theatre in Education) Company
• School Holiday Workshops
• After School Groups
• Private 1 to 1 Singing Lessons
• Voluntary OFSTED registration expected summer 09
• Recording facilities available