Dramarama’s west end experience

JOIN us this summer as we produce beauty and the beast jr - 17th to 29th august 2026

Dramarama is thrilled to once again, bring you the ultimate West End experience, with a chance to work alongside former West End professionals and star in a magical production of Beauty and the BeastJr!

📍 Rehearsals – Wendover Memorial Hall:

17th to 21st then 24th to 27th August 2026

🎭 Show – The Centenary Theatre, Berkhamsted:

Technical & Dress Rehearsal Friday 28th August.

2 x Shows on 29th August (matinee & evening)

👥 Ages: 8 to 17 years

🎟️Cost: £330 - including Launch Workshop on 28th June (equivalent to £27.50 a day including all costumes!)

Payable in 2 installments of £165 (see below)

Take part in this magical, hilarious Disney classic, rehearsing at Wendover Memorial Hall then performing at the stunning 498-seat Centenary Theatre in Berkhamsted! You'll work with top industry creatives, make new friends, and perform in an unforgettable production. You don’t need to audition to take part — just sign up and you’re in! But hurry—places are limited!

“Well organised, professional, high standards… my children love it!” - Simon, Parent

Why beauty and the beast Jr?

Everyone knows the classic fairy-tale as old as time, and most of you know the Disney film version. But the junior stage show provides more extensive opportunities for the principal storytellers to take key roles: Mrs Potts, Lumiere, Cogsworth, Babette (the feather duster) Madame de la Grande Bouche (the wardrobe), and Chip all have lead vocal parts. There is also extensive opportunities for our ensemble to take named characters with solo vocals in numbers like Belle or The Mob Song, or become one of the many narrators. In total, there are over 30 roles that we can cast! In addition there are lots of fabulous additional featured roles including wolves, moving statues and dancing spirits!

“Nurturing, caring, confidence building and skill producing… best Drama group by far.” Google reviews

 About the Project:

We’re inviting everyone to sign up to be part of Beauty and The Beast Jr for the full experience - not just to be cast in a principal role. Our creative team are experts at making sure every cast member has a great time. Whether you’re in a lead role or part of the ensemble, we’re going to put EVERYONE in the spotlight! This show is all about teamwork, energy, and having fun together—so no matter your role, you’ll be an essential part of something amazing.

In return for committing to the project, we promise you an unrivalled experience being coached by our insanely talented and nurturing team; Jill Neenan, Musical Director, Alana Asher, Assistant Director and Choreographer plus, of course, Producer/Director Danielle Gaglione. In addition, we have a dedicated Nurture Support Lead in Kimberlie Joy, who has a lifetime of experience in childcare - but personally and professionally.

 During the rehearsal process we schedule lots of activities for everyone so we guarantee that you won’t be sitting around feeling bored!

🗓️ Project Timeline

• Book and Pay the First installment by 31st May 2026 (or before all places are sold)

Beauty and the Beast Jr Launch Workshop & Audition:‍ ‍

📍Sunday 28th June at the Wendover Memorial Hall, Wharf Road, HP22 6HF

• 11am to 1pm Launch Workshop - meet the team and the rest of the cast with lot of fun activities and a chance to sing, dance and act

• 1pm to 1:30pm - Break time or option to leave if you don’t want to audition or watch the auditions

• 1:30pm to 3:30pm Auditions - Use what you’ve learned in the workshops to stand up and audition for one of the 30+ roles in the show in front of our panel!

(Don’t worry if you can’t make it! You can send a video to be considered for a part)

• Book and Pay the Second Installment by 30th June 2026

Rehearsals – Wendover Memorial Hall:
📍 Monday 17th to Thursday 27th August* – 9:30am to 4pm (drop-off from 9:00am )
* No sessions on Sat 22nd or Sun 23rd August

Tech & Dress Rehearsals – Centenary Theatre, Berkhamsted, HP4 3BG:
🎭 Friday 28th August – 9:30am to 5:30pm

Performances – Centenary Theatre:
🎟️ Saturday 29th August – 2:30pm & 6pm

“Wow. What Danielle and her team inspired the boys and girls to achieve in just 2 weeks was incredible.” Steve, Parent

What is the LAUNCH WOrkshop & AUditions?

The Launch Workshop & Auditions Day is when the magic begins! On Sunday 28th June, we’ll bring all participants together for a fun-filled workshop of games, singing, dancing, and acting activities – the perfect way to break the ice and start building those all-important friendship bonds with the people you’ll be spending part of your summer with.

After a short break, we’re inviting anyone who wants to be considered for one of the 30+ roles a chance to audition infront of our expert panel and the rest of the cast. Anyone hoping for a principal or featured role will have the chance to sing a solo and read a short script in front of the group. Don’t worry – it’s all very supportive and fun.. and you can prepare your audition piece in advance so you’re as confident as possible for the panel…

Around three weeks before Launch Day, we’ll send out some music to everyone who has signed up, so they can get familiar with the music ahead of time and learn a solo if they want to be a principal part or sing solo in the ensemble.

Payment Policy

The full cost of the project is £330 which is the equivalent of just £27.50 a day!

This includes:

• Fun Launch Workshop on Sunday 28th June 2026 at Wendover Junior School

• 9 full days of rehearsals and coaching at the Wendover Memorial Hall (drop off from 9am and pick up at 4pm)

• 2 days at the incredible Centenary Theatre, Berkhamsted including full professional, technical set up.

• Professional costumes (socks or tights and modesty clothing may be required but you don’t need to buy anything special)

Discounts:

• Sibling Discount available of £15 per child available for ALL siblings using promo code SIBLING15

*Discount is applied on the FIRST installment and only 1 promo available per customer ,If you book and forget to use a promo code, no refund will be given for the missed promotion.

Refunds:

We understand that plans can change, and we aim to be as fair as possible. Our refund policy is based on the project start date of 17th August 2026 and is as follows:

• Up to 8 weeks before (by 22nd June 2026): A full refund will be issued, minus a £20 administration fee.

• Up to 6 weeks before (by 6th July 2026): A full refund will be issued, minus a £60 administration fee.

• Up to 4 weeks before (by 20th July 2026): A full refund will be issued, minus £100 to cover the cost of costumes, materials, and administration.

• After 20th July 2025: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a refund at this stage, unless agreed at the Director’s discretion under exceptional circumstances.

*If you book and forget to use a promo code, no refund will be given for the missed promotion.

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

FAQs

Q: My child/teen only wants to participate if they are cast in a lead role. What happens if they’re not?
A: We ask that all participants commit to the project as a whole, rather than only if cast in a specific role. While lead and featured roles are limited, we are dedicated to giving every participant a meaningful opportunity to shine— you won’t find the same people standing at the back in a Dramarama show! If your child chooses not to continue after the Launch Day & Workshop , they may withdraw in accordance with our refund policy.

Q: We’d love to join but can’t attend the Launch Workshop. What should we do?
A: Just let us know on the registration form, and we’ll reach out with details on how to submit a video recording instead, if they want to be considered for a part. We’ll also make sure they are buddied with other children their age when they come on 17th August so they don’t feel like they’ve missed the opportunity to meet friends.

Q: My child is interested but can’t make every rehearsal or performance. Can they still be involved?
A: Absolutely! We welcome all participants, though lead and featured roles are reserved for those who can attend all performances. We appreciate lots of our Year 6 /7’ s may have new school inductions in the second week but we can work around these if needs be. Be sure to note any availability issues on the registration form.

Q: How do I pay?

A: There are two installments to pay; the first secures your place in the show, and must be paid by 31st May. The second covers the remaining balance and is payable by Tuesday 30th June 2026. If you pay but your plans change and your child can no longer take part, please refer to our refund policy. If you have a discount code, these should be used on the FIRST payment installment.

Q: My child is nervous about the Launch Day and Workshop – what can they expect?
A: The launch day is designed to help children make friends and be comfortable with the people they will be spending two weeks of their summer holiday with. Our team creates a warm, supportive environment with fun games and activities to help everyone relax. There’s absolutely no pressure to do anything anyone is uncomfortable with—we’re here to make it an enjoyable experience for all. If they want to audition for a part after the workshop, they can do so infront of the rest of the cast and the audition panel.

Q: My child is very specific about the costumes or clothes they want to wear – how will this be dealt with by the creative team?

Please provide as much info about your child as possible when completing the registration form so we can ensure we provide the best experience for them. At Dramarama we will never pressure a child to do anything they don’t want to do but for the purposes of the West End Experience production, we do expect everyone to wear a costume appropriate for their character. For example, if they won’t wear a skirt, please let us know so we don’t buy them a female villager costume. Thanks!

Q: Do you offer wraparound care for early-drop off or late pick up?

A: We can offer an 8:30am drop off or a 4:30pm pick up at extra cost of £5 per session.

 Q: Are you looking for adults or older teenagers to get involved with running the show?

A: Absolutely! If you’d like to volunteer as a helper or chaperone for the performances we’ll need as many hands on deck as possible so please let us know on the application form – especially if you have a DBS certification or chaperone licence! If you don’t have a DBS certificate we can advise on getting one organised. Shows like this are reliant upon parent/carer helpers so please come and get involved – it really is a wonderful thing to be a part of.

Q: How do I book?

1) Complete the REGISTRATION FORM

2) Pay your FIRST installment HERE by 31st May (or before all places are sold) - remembering to use a PROMO CODE if you have one

3) Ensure you have saved our email address dramaramaclubs@gmail.com to ensure you receive info and preparation info about the Launch Day & Workshop

4) Join the Parent/Carers’ whatsapp group to receive up to date info (link on the Reg form)

5) Attend the Launch Day & Workshop on 28th June (or send a video to be considered for a part)

6) Look out for an email - we know how hard it is to wait hear who has what part so we try and turn this info around in 48 hours or less!

7) Pay your SECOND instalment HERE by 30th June 2026

8) If you have a named part, start learning your lines (scripts are issued at the launch workshop for everyone)

5) Come to the project!

6) Invite friends and family to come and see the shows!

MEET THE TEAM

BOOK OUR two week Performing Arts Holiday Camp

How to book:

1. Complete the Registration Form

2. Pay the FIRST INSTALLMENT ASAP and by 31st May to secure your place, using your DISCOUNT PROMO code if you have one.

3. Pay the SECOND INSTALLMENT by 30th June 2026

4. SAVE OUR EMAIL ADDRESS: dramaramaclubs@gmail.com to ensure you receive information about the project including the song to preare for the Casting Day

At Dramarama, your child’s enjoyment is our number one priority. We develop fun, engaging performing arts workshops during school holidays in Wendover, Bucks and the surrounding areas featuring drama, dance, music and art activities, and a performance to parents at the end. Our holiday camps are ideally located for anyone looking for performing arts in Tring, Great Missenden, Prestwood, Princes Risborough, Bedgrove, Aylesbury, Pitsone, Ivinghoe, Chesham, Berkhamsted, Amersham or surrounding villages. Each child can take on as much or as little as they feel comfortable and our experienced team are there to help them be the best that they can be.

Dramarama’s Production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Junior

Music by Alan Menken. Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice

Originally Directed by Robert Jess Roth

Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International

All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI

www.mtishows.co.uk

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