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Comment: "the awards provide students with opportunities to showcase their talents and gain confidence in their artistic abilities" - is there a source for this? Many other aspects of this article are non-neutral; the significance section is an opinion. The "2024 winners" is unnecessary information, as this article isn't about the 2024 show, but the awards programme as a whole. External links should be removed from the body of the article. Utopes (talk / cont) 14:12, 12 August 2024 (UTC)
 Logo of National School Theatre Awards | |
| Abbreviation | NSTA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2023 |
| Type | Awards programme |
| Headquarters | London, Covent Garden |
| Location | |
Official language | English |
| Website | schooltheatreawards.com |
National School Theatre Awards (NSTA) is an awards programme in the United Kingdom.
The National School Theatre Awards celebrate excellence in school theatre productions across the United Kingdom. [1] Established to recognise and honour the talent and hard work of pupils and teachers.
History
[edit]The National School Theatre Awards were established with the aim of promoting and recognising the achievements of young performers, while also raising awareness and enhancing children's access to the arts across the UK. Schools from across the UK compete from both Independent and State schools.
The growth of the National School Theatre Awards can be attributed to several factors, including increased awareness of the importance of arts education [2], the dedication of teachers, and the enthusiasm of pupils. According to a UK Government article, art should command an important place in every school. The UK opposition party in July 2023 stated that they would put Arts and Culture at the heart of the curriculum if they were ever to hold power.
Significance
[edit]Beyond recognition, the awards provide students with opportunities to showcase their talents and gain confidence in their artistic abilities.
Additionally, the National School Theatre Awards help raise awareness of the value of arts education within the broader educational landscape. By highlighting outstanding productions, these awards emphasise the role of creative expression in the development of students.
Categories and Awards
[edit]The National School Theatre Awards encompass a variety of categories designed to highlight different aspects of theatrical excellence. The main categories include:
- Best Play
- Best Musical
- Best Actor in a Play
- Best Actress in a Play
- Best Actor in a Musical
- Best Actress in a Musical
- Best Supporting Actor in a Play
- Best Supporting Actress in a Play
- Best Supporting Actor in a Musical
- Best Supporting Actress in a Musical
- Best Male Musical Solo
- Best Female Musical Solo
- Best Ensemble
- Best Choreography by a Pupil
- Kavanagh Award for Outstanding Contribution
- Best Set, Lighting or Sound Design by a pupil
Each category aims to celebrate the diverse talents and skills involved in school theatre productions.
2024 Winners
[edit]| Category | Winner | Production | School |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Actress in a Play | Francesca Ramshall | Lord of Flies | Trent College |
| Best Actress in a Play | Lottie Jones | The Red Shoes | Beaumont School |
| Best Actor in a Play | Harry Swash | Adult Child/Dead Child | Gosfield School |
| Best Actor in a Play | Silas Hopkins | Incident at Vichy | Fulham Boys School |
| Best Actor in a Musical | Matthew Lowrey | Les Misérables School Edition | Wellington College[4] |
| Best Actor in a Musical | Jacob Guyler | Les Misérables School Edition | Westcliff High School for Boys |
| Best Actress in a Musical | Ella Firth | Legally Blonde | Stafford Grammar School[5] |
| Best Actress in a Musical | Sara Traynor-Herenda | Addams Family | Watford Grammar School for Girls |
| Best Supporting Actress | Lily Moss | Les Misérables School Edition | Westholme School[6] |
| Best Supporting Actress | Mila Stavrik | Oliver! | Sibford School |
| Best Supporting Actor | Sal Swinburne | Billy Elliot the Musical | King's College School, Wimbledon |
| Best Supporting Actor | Samuel Eartholl | The Little Mermaid | Farlingaye High School |
| Best Male Musical Solo | Brandon McGuiness | Addams Family | Epsom College |
| Best Male Musical Solo | Gabriel Williams | Les Misérables School Edition | Westcliff High School for Boys |
| Best Female Musical Solo | Vanessa Gillions | Beauty and the Beast | Emmanuel College |
| Best Female Musical Solo | Maya Cornelius | Shrek the Musical | Jo Richardson Community School |
| Best Play | Edgeborough School | A Midsummer Night’s Dream | Edgeborough School |
| Best Play | Chiswick School | Animal Farm | Chiswick School |
| Best Choreography by a Pupil | Emily Reed | Tap Nation, Velocity | Sandringham School |
| Best Set, Lighting or Sound Design by a Pupil | Daniel Bevan | Matilda Jr. | Meole Brace School |
| Best Ensemble | Beechwood School | Oliver! | Beechwood School |
| Best Ensemble | Ashfield School | Fame | Ashfield School |
| Kavanagh Award for Outstanding Contribution by a Pupil | Oli Spooner | Beaumont School | |
| Best Musical Production | King's College, Wimbledon | Billy Elliot the Musical | King's College School, Wimbledon[7] |
| Best Musical Production | Avon Valley School | Mary Poppins | Avon Valley School |
Patrons
[edit]The National School Theatre Awards are supported by a group of patrons who offer their expertise and attend the events. These patrons include actors and industry professionals who are passionate about theatre and arts education.
| Patron | |
|---|---|
| Callum Turner | Actor |
| Kara Tointon | Actress and Winner of Strictly Come Dancing[8] |
| Jo Joyner | Actress |
| Chris Ma | Musical Director |
| Zoe Boyle | Actress |
| Eoin Mallon | Vocal Coach and Producer |
| James Taylor | Music Director |
| Tracy Dorrington | Founder, Drama Matters |
| Francesca Bradley | Casting Director |
Friends of the National School Theatre Awards include Olivier and BAFTA award winners:[9] [10] [11] [12]
| Name | |
|---|---|
| Monica Dolan | Actress |
| David Bradley | Actor |
These patrons not only lend their names to the awards but also actively participate in promoting and supporting the event. Their involvement helps to raise awareness and encourage more schools to participate; elevating school theatre across the UK.
References
[edit]- ^ * https://schooltheatreawards.com
- ^ "Chiswick School celebrates newfound popularity with parents. Article from Chiswick Calendar highlighting Chiswick School's transformative nature of the arts and its win at the National School Theatre Awards, as part of an ongoing celebration and commitment to school improvement". Chiswick Calendar. 2 July 2024.
- ^ "National School Theatre Awards 2024 winners announced. Article from Westendtheatre.com announcing the winners of the National School Theatre Awards 2024, providing a comprehensive list of winners and insights into the awards ceremony". Westendtheatre.com. 2 July 2024.
- ^ "Wellington College students shine at National School Theatre Awards. Coverage from Golf Post on Wellington College students' outstanding performance at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's achievements and student talent". Golf Post.
- ^ "Dynamic performing arts program at Stafford Grammar School achieves national recognition. Independent coverage from Express and Star on Stafford Grammar School's success at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's dynamic performing arts program and its national recognition". Express and Star. July 2024.
- ^ * "Westholme School takes home a win at National Theatre Awards. In-depth coverage from Lancashire Telegraph on Westholme School's success at the National Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's achievements and the significance of their win". Lancashire Telegraph. 28 June 2024.
- ^ "King's Billy Elliot production receives national recognition. King's College School's news article detailing their national recognition for the production of Billy Elliot at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's achievements and the production's impact". King's College School.
- ^ * "Kara Tointon wins Strictly Come Dancing - BBC News coverage of Kara Tointon's victory on Strictly Come Dancing, highlighting her performances and journey throughout the competition". BBC News.
- ^ "Olivier Awards 1991 winners". Official London Theatre.
- ^ "TV BAFTAs 2014: Broadchurch's David Bradley wins Best Supporting Actor". The Independent. 19 May 2014.
- ^ "Monica Dolan, Maggie Smith BAFTA TV 'Appropriate Adult,' 'Downton Abbey'". Hollywood Reporter. 27 May 2012.
- ^ "Olivier Awards 2019: List of winners". The Guardian. 7 April 2019.
- "Oscars for school plays to honour pupils and staff". Evening Standard. 15 July 2024.
In-depth article from Evening Standard covering the National School Theatre Awards, detailing the event's purpose, the achievements of pupils and staff, and highlighting specific examples from the awards.
- "Westholme pupils win National School Theatre Awards". Lancashire Telegraph. 2 July 2024.
Comprehensive article from Lancashire Telegraph detailing Westholme School's success at the National School Theatre Awards, including specifics about the awards won and the performances that led to their recognition.
- "Chiswick School celebrates newfound popularity with parents. Article from Chiswick Calendar highlighting Chiswick School's transformative nature of the arts and its win at the National School Theatre Awards, as part of an ongoing celebration and commitment to school improvement". Chiswick Calendar. 2 July 2024.
- "Oscars for Schools - In-depth article about how NSTA was founded and the power of performing arts in schools". MSN. MSN
- "Schools celebrate pupil success in school productions". Yahoo News
- "Awards ceremony rolls out red carpet for Suffolk student". Suffolk News. 16 July 2024.
Detailed coverage from Suffolk News on the awards ceremony honouring a Suffolk student at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the student's achievements and the event's significance.
- "Chiswick School wins at National School Theatre Awards". Hounslow Herald.
Comprehensive coverage from Hounslow Herald on Chiswick School's victory at the National School Theatre Awards, detailing the school's achievements and the significance of their win.
- "Farlingaye High School pupils theatre award - Detailed coverage from East Anglian Daily Times about Farlingaye High School's participation and achievement at the National School Theatre Awards". East Anglian Daily Times. 6 May 2024.
- "Westholme School takes home a win at National Theatre Awards. In-depth coverage from Lancashire Telegraph on Westholme School's success at the National Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's achievements and the significance of their win". Lancashire Telegraph. 28 June 2024.
- "Farlingaye pupil recognized for role in Little Mermaid - Detailed report by East Anglian Daily Times on Samuel Earthroll's recognition at the National School Theatre Awards for his role in The Little Mermaid, showcasing individual achievements beyond school involvement". East Anglian Daily Times. 29 June 2024.
- "Blackburn school immensely proud after winning theatre award. Independent coverage from Yahoo News on a Blackburn school's significant achievement at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's pride and the impact of the award on the community". Yahoo News.
- "National School Theatre Awards 2024 winners announced. Article from Westendtheatre.com announcing the winners of the National School Theatre Awards 2024, providing a comprehensive list of winners and insights into the awards ceremony". Westendtheatre.com. 2 July 2024.
- "Dynamic performing arts program at Stafford Grammar School achieves national recognition. Independent coverage from Express and Star on Stafford Grammar School's success at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's dynamic performing arts program and its national recognition". Express and Star. July 2024.
- "Wellington College students shine at National School Theatre Awards. Coverage from Golf Post on Wellington College students' outstanding performance at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's achievements and student talent". Golf Post.
- "Exciting invitation from the National School Theatre Awards. Official news release from Caterham School detailing their invitation and participation in the National School Theatre Awards, providing insight into the school's involvement and preparation". Caterham School. 8 March 2024.
- "WHSB wins two National Schools Theatre Awards for Les Misérables. Comprehensive coverage from Westcliff High School for Boys on their multiple wins at the National Schools Theatre Awards for their production of Les Misérables, highlighting the school's achievements and the significance of the awards". Westcliff High School for Boys.
- "Emanuel School's involvement in National School Theatre Awards. Emanuel School's webpage providing detailed information on their participation and achievements in the National School Theatre Awards, showcasing the school's commitment to theatre and the arts". Emanuel School. 28 June 2024.
- "King's Billy Elliot production receives national recognition. King's College School's news article detailing their national recognition for the production of Billy Elliot at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's achievements and the production's impact". King's College School.
- "Jo Richardson celebrates the process, journey and recognition of their participation in the National School Theatre Awards. In-depth article on Jo Richardson Community School's process, journey, and recognition of their participation in the National School Theatre Awards, showcasing the school's dedication and achievements in theatre". Jo Richardson Community School.
- "National School Theatre Awards review: Alice in Wonderland - A seamless creative triumph. Review from Channing School on their performance of Alice in Wonderland at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the production's creative success and seamless execution". Channing School. 19 June 2024.
- "Fame has been nationally recognised. Article detailing Ashfield School's recognition for their production of Fame at the National School Theatre Awards, highlighting the school's achievement and national recognition". Ashfield School. 17 January 2024.
- "Brandon McGuinness wins Best Male Solo Award - In-depth article from Epsom College detailing Brandon McGuinness's achievement at the National School Theatre Awards". Epsom College. 28 June 2024.
- "Kara Tointon wins Strictly Come Dancing - BBC News coverage of Kara Tointon's victory on Strictly Come Dancing, highlighting her performances and journey throughout the competition". BBC News.
- "Oscars for Schools - In-depth article about how NSTA was founded and the power of performing arts in schools". MSN.
- "Schools celebrate pupil success in school productions".
- "Congratulations to the cast of The Addams Family - Watford Grammar School for Girls news article congratulating the cast of their production of The Addams Family for their performance and achievements". Watford Grammar School for Girls. July 2024.
- "Monica Dolan, Maggie Smith BAFTA TV 'Appropriate Adult,' 'Downton Abbey'". Hollywood Reporter. 27 May 2012.
- "Olivier Awards 2019: List of winners". The Guardian. 7 April 2019.
- "Olivier Awards 1991 winners". Official London Theatre.
- "TV BAFTAs 2014: Broadchurch's David Bradley wins Best Supporting Actor". The Independent. 19 May 2014.
- "Art should command an important place in every school" - UK Government article advocating for arts education in schools.
- "Labour's education revolution will put the arts and culture centre stage" - The Art Newspaper article discussing Labour's policies on arts and culture in education.