Ruby James set for West End debut
Ruby James has been accepted to take part in West End Stage, regarded as the most prestigious theatre summer school in the country for young people aged eight to 21.
Throughout the week, Ruby will join other students at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where prominent actors such as Ewan McGregor, Daniel Craig and Orlando Bloom all trained.
She will be put through her paces in singing, dance and drama, as well as receiving specific industry based workshops, led by West End stars.
The group will also get the chance to experience a West End musical in person, and will get the opportunity to quiz the cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory following their performance.
They will also receive an acting masterclass from senior cast members ahead of their big night on stage.
Congratulations to Bella Rutherford, who gave a wonderful performance in the role of Eva in the musical 'Her Benny', which took place at Rhyl Pavilion on Friday, March 11.
She was also in the ensemble at both performances on Wednesday, March 9.
After open auditions were held for the smash hit, Bella proved to be a hit with the judges and was cast with rehearsals now underway ahead of the highly anticipated show.
To mark the feat, we arranged a special trip for pupils to see Bella take the stage, and she gave a rousing performance in-front of a packed audience.
Mother Nicola Rutherford, said: “Bella was so emotional when it was all over as she didn’t want it to end, but it was fantastic and we are all very proud of her.”
Actress Ella Peel spent two days with us from Tuesday, March 22, where she lent her expertise to GCSE and A-level pupils ahead of their examinations.
In addition, she was also the special guest judge at the intermediate Inter-House drama competition, which took place in a packed Drama Studio on Wednesday, March 23.
The talented actress is best known for her roles in You’re the Stranger Here (2009), Y Streic a fi (2015) and I’ll Tell You (2010)
Miss Earle, said: “The visit went extremely well and I know that our pupils really got a lot out of it.
“There were so many quality performances in the inter-house drama, which shows just how much young talent we have here at the school.
“We would like to thank Ella for taking the time to visit us for what was a very enjoyable couple of days before the Easter break.”