At Act One Stage & Screen Winchester, children aged 3–14 build confidence, creativity and performance skills through engaging musical theatre and screen acting classes.

Led by expert teachers in a fun, supportive environment, every child develops their singing, dancing and acting while making friends, growing in confidence, and discovering their potential.

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Our Musical Theatre classes for ages 3–14 are designed to develop confident, versatile young performers through acting, singing and dancing. Students explore performance techniques, character development, storytelling and stagecraft while building creativity, confidence and teamwork skills. With engaging lessons and exciting performance opportunities, we nurture a love of musical theatre in a fun, supportive and inspiring environment.

Musical theatre

Classes for ages 3+

Our Screen Acting classes for ages 8+ equip young performers with the essential skills needed for TV and film. Students learn camera techniques, script work, character development, audition skills and professional set etiquette using industry-standard equipment. From mastering self-tapes to filming scenes and receiving expert feedback, we help aspiring screen actors build confidence, creativity and the skills needed for the industry.

SCREEN ACTING

Class for ages 8+

We offer LAMDA Acting and Musical Theatre exams, as well as MN Screen Acting Awards, through tailored one-to-one or small group sessions.
These recognised qualifications develop
confidence, performance skills and
professional technique, with LAMDA Grades
6+ also contributing towards UCAS points.

LAMDA & MN Acting Exams

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  • RF CM Hawes

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    “Amazing club. The tutors, the themes, the enthusiasm, everything. Communication, encouragement, friendship and the kids gain more confidence, learn skills and have a brilliant time at the end of the year showcase at the Theatre Royal in Winchester. The best!”

  • Mary Streather

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    “My daughter has loved her journey with Swish so far. The biggest delight as a parent is seeing her confidence grow each year on stage. The staff are professional, fun and kind. Absolutely recommend.”

  • Victoria Blakesley

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    “My daughter has been attending Swish classes for couple of years now and really enjoys they. Every year they get to perform in an annual show and we can really see how she grows in confidence year by year. The teachers are amazing, fun and passionate! We have recently asked Leah to help us with my daughter's birthday and she has organised an amazing music video filming experience for the girls. It was such a hit, professionally done and a dream come true for my daughter. A long lasting memory and we will be forever grateful! Thank you Leah!”

  • Katy GJ

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    “Our daughter has truly flourished since becoming part of the swish family. We couldn't ask for more from such a dedicated team. Every week she comes out beaming with happiness, and her confidence has grown so much. If you're looking for a place where your child can gain confidence in musical theatre this is the place for you.”

  • Emma Welham

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    “I cannot rate Swish Screen Acting highly enough. My daughter has been attending the classes for over a year now and thoroughly enjoys her time there. The classes are well-structured and have really helped to develop her confidence in acting for screen. She has worked on two short films with Swish and we have loved attending the premieres to see all her hard work pay off on the big screen! Shout out to Leah in particular who has been fantastic in supporting our daughter; always full of encouragement and good advice, and makes each session so much fun for the children; thank you Leah!”

  • Amy Atkin

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    “The Swish Screen Acting class in Winchester is a highlight of my daughter's week, not only has learnt so much she has grown in confidence and made new friends which is wonderful. Leah and the team are fantastic and provide a fun environment for the children to thrive. I would highly recommend this class.”

  • Laura Stevenson

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    “Such a brilliant class for children who love to sing, dance and act. A real focus on fun which aids learning and confidence building. Miss Leah is engaging and nurturing. I couldn't recommend these classes more.”

  • Tara Whittington

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    “Both our son (year 1) and daughter (preschool) absolutely loved the summer camp! Only 8 months ago they both burst into tears and left the stage at their nativities and yet just one week of Swish and they were having a blast, singing and dancing on stage and even confidently saying lines to the audience! We were so impressed. They had a great week and grew in confidence too! Leah and Amy were fab with all the kids too. Thank you!”

  • Jill

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    “A really fantastic theatre school! My 8yr old daughter has loved every class and always comes bouncing out of the hall full of excitement, telling me what fun things they have done that morning. Leah and the team are clearly passionate about teaching and pack lots into those 3hrs on a Saturday morning. Great too that its nearby at Henry Beaufort school.”

  • Lillie Holmes

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    “My daughter absolutely loves Swish, she comes out of her Saturday session buzzing and very excited to tell me what she has done and her achievements of the session. Ellie was very shy going in at first however the skills of the teachers got her completely happy to go in after a couple of weeks. It's lovely that she is making friends out of school aswell. I know she is in good hands so I can do some uninterrupted work on a Saturday morning therefore being more "present" for the rest of the weekend. It really works for us all. Thank you I'm excited to see and hear what the future brings! Welcome to wonderland!!!!”