Welcome to Class Act Theatre School


“I love going to CATS because it has given me more confidence and has helped me to believe in myself more.
Plus Jill is really supportive!”

Catrin Bevan, Age 11, Pontardawe (Class 2)


Press

Josh lands Role in Stella
Evening Post, 13 January 2012

Dwarfs dig out a little panto research at mine
South Wales Evening Post, 9 December 2010

White good fun!
South Wales Guardian, 8 December 2010

Snow White takes a bow at story-telling sessions
South Wales Evening Post, 12 November 2010

Actor wins role on tour with Welsh National Opera
South Wales Evening Post, 13 October 2010

Let’s get behind our Eisteddfod
South Wales Evening Post, 24 September 2010

Time to try for part in panto
South Wales Evening Post, 8 September 2010

Engaging show impressed me
South Wales Evening Post, 8 September 2010

Become a Class Act
South Wales Evening Post, 3 September 2010

Fresh new musical is one not to miss
South Wales Evening Post, 16 July 2010

Class Act living the teen dream in 13
Western Mail, 15 July 2010

Review: Injecting fresh fizz into an old classic
Review by Graham Williams - South Wales Evening Post, 12 July 2010

Geraint in spell as Jesus
South Wales Evening Post, 9 July 2010

Cast prepares for holy roles
South Wales Evening Post, 8 July 2010

Musical extended
South Wales Evening Post, 3 July 2010

Godspell – Swansea Grand Theatre (Saturday 10th July)
Buzz Magazine, 1 July 2010

Stage show aids Haiti fund
South Wales Evening Post, 28 May 2010

CATS cast set for musical magic
South Wales Evening Post, 25 May 2010

Helping Haiti
South Wales Evening Post, 20 May 2010

Musical evening for Haiti
South Wales Evening Post, 25 April 2010

Morgan makes his mark on stage
South Wales Evening Post, 25 March 2010

Theatre firms get together
South Wales Evening Post, 19 March 2010

Appeal boosted by CATS
South Wales Evening Post, 18 March 2010

A show honours tragedy
South Wales Evening Post, 15 March 2010

Students to get top class coaching
South Wales Evening Post, 20 February 2010

Cast’s panto plans
South Wales Evening Post, 15 February 2010

Young actor lands role in hit musical
South Wales Evening Post, 12 February 2010

Fluellen present Brecht at the De Valence
Tenby Observer, 10 February 2010

Classic choice for 10th anniversary
Western Mail, 9 February 2010

Mother’s instinct tested
South Wales Evening Post, 8 February 2010

They’re all class acts!
South Wales Evening Post, 25 January 2010

Young actors cut teeth in winning show
South Wales Evening Post, 20 January 2010

Plenty of fairy dust from energetic cast
Review by Evan Frank - South Wales Evening Post, 20 December 2009

The show’s going on as CATS enjoy panto run
South Wales Evening Post, 19 December 2009

A twist to a classic tale
South Wales Evening Post, 18 December 2009

Have a ball with panto
South Wales Evening Post, 17 December 2009

Star takes on role in panto
Herald of Wales, 17 December 2009

Teen musician drumming up panto support
Llanelli Star, 20 November 2009

Dylan beats the drum for big panto show
South Wales Evening Post, 19 November 2009

Young city stars in Christmas TV special
South Wales Evening Post, 18 November 2009

Review: High School Musical 2
8 July 2009

Review: Magnificent Myths of the Mabinogi
17 April 2009

Review: Sleeping Beauty
Graham Williams - South Wales Evening Post, 17 December 2008

Updated: 18 January 2012

Only 15 Places left for The Les Miserables Trip to London on March 31st! Call Shirley on 07815991228 if you don't want to miss out!


Updated: 18 January 2012

Class Act Theatre School teaches children and young people the performance skills involved in drama and theatre arts.

The CATS ethos is based on quality, fun, innovation, inclusiveness and strong ensemble performances.

Overseen by well respected founder and principal Jill Williams, it is one of the most highly regarded theatre schools in South Wales.

CATS performs regularly at theatres across Swansea and Neath Port Talbot. Students aged from seven to their early 20s take part in shows of a reputably high standard.

Great productions have included Les Miserables, Oliver!, High School Musical 2 and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The South Wales Evening Post said of one recent production: “The large cast’s joie de vivre reflected a powerful team ethic.”

CATS has powerful links with professional theatre companies, agencies and venues.

Come and try us… we think you’ll love it!

The Tempest with The Royal Shakespeare Company Open Stages Project

Rehearsals are well under way for our Production The Tempest to be staged at Pontardawe Arts Centre on March 28th and 29th 2012. We are delighted to be welcoming Rebecca Gould from the RSC who will work with the older company members on February 5th 2012. Tickets for the show are available on 01792 863722 after mid day or check www.pontardaweartscentre.com for on line bookings.

Uniform for Class Act Theatre School

Turquoise T Shirts,Black Hoodies and Black Zip Jackets all embroidered and printed with the CATS logo are available direct from John at Regalia clothing in Pontardawe. Please telephone John on 01792 869990 to place your order.

Les Miserables Youth Edition

I am delighted to announce that the Swansea CATS students will be performing Les Miserables at The Taliesin Theatre on July 11th - 14th 2012. We were the first company in South West Wales to perform this Musical in 2005 and we are thrilled to have the opportunity again - 7 years on! Watch the website for audition, rehearsals and ticket information!

Term dates 2011-2012

Class Act Theatre School Term Dates 2011-2012

Term 1

September 2011 (Panto Auditions on Sept 9th and 10th)
Sat 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Wed 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
Thur 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

October 2011 (Panto Margam weekend Oct 7th – 9th)
Sat 1st, 8th, 15th, 22rd
Wed 5th, 12th, 19th
Thur 6th, 13th, 20th

November 2011
Sat 5th, 12th
Wed 2nd, 9th, 16th
Thur 3rd, 10th, 17th

Term 2

January 2012
Sat 14th, 21st, 28th
Wed 11th, 18th, 25th
Thurs 12th, 19th, 26th

February 2012 (Shakespeare Margam weekend 2nd -4th)
Sat (3rd at Margam Park), 11th, 25th,
Wed 1st, 8th, 22nd, 29th,
Thurs 2nd, 9th, 23rd

March 2012
Sat 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Wed 7th, 14th, 21st
Thurs 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

Term 3

April 2012
Sat 21st, 28th
Wed 18th, 25th
Thurs 19th, 26th

May 2012
Sat 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
Wed 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
Thurs 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th

June 2012
Sat 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Wed 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
Thurs 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

July 2012 (extra show rehearsals only)
Sat 7th, 14th
Wed 4th, 11th
Thurs 5th, 12th










Upcoming Productions

Spring Showcase

Les Miserables Youth Editon
11 - 15 July 2012 at Taliesin Theatre

Recent Productions

Spring Showcase

Moby Dick the Musical
5 - 10 July 2011 at Grand Theatre, Arts Wing

Spring Showcase

Snow White
13 - 22 December 2010 at Pontardawe Arts Centre

Spring Showcase

Godspell
10 - 11 July 2010 at Grand Theatre


Moby Dick The Musical

Here is a clip of the original London cast of Moby Dick the musical, We will be doing a production of this in Swansea Grand Theatre between the 4th and 12th of July 2011.


New Photo Gallery: Rehearsals for Godspell / 13

Rehearsals for Godspell / 13 (May 2010) Rehearsals for Godspell / 13 (May 2010)

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