Drama & Musical Theatre Auditions

Weekly acting and musical theatre training, leading to professionally staged productions.

“She has loved it ever since, from auditions to rehearsals and then performing on stage. She’s had the best time there and gained more skills and confidence.”

— NPA Cambridge Parent ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Professional Training.
Real Productions.

WHY JOIN NPA?

Students don’t just learn skills — they train towards professional-standard performances on real stages.

Recent flagship productions include Peter Pan & Wendy and Matilda The Musical JR, both staged at the ADC Theatre, Cambridge.

Our students regularly perform at leading Cambridge venues, including:

TRAINING AT NPA

Our Programmes

Two specialist pathways. One commitment to exceptional training

Young Drama

Weekly acting training in technique, rehearsal and performance.

Ages 9–16
Saturdays • 10:30am–12:30pm

£299 per term

Musical Theatre

Weekly training in acting, singing and dance, leading to fully-staged productions.

Ages 9–16
Saturdays • 1:00pm–4:00pm

Ages 13–18
Tuesdays • 5:30pm–8:30pm

£349 per term

WHAT TO EXPECT

The Audition

Every student joins NPA through audition. Our workshop-based auditions are designed to help every young performer feel comfortable while giving us the opportunity to see their potential.

We look for imagination, commitment, focus and a genuine readiness to train. No previous experience is required.

Will I have to perform alone?

All of our auditions are group-based workshops. In Musical Theatre auditions, performers will also sing a short solo section within the group.

Any preparation needed?

No preparation at all.
Auditions are workshop-style and designed to help students feel relaxed, confident, and supported from the moment they arrive.

Tell me about Safeguarding?

All sessions are delivered by experienced, DBS-checked staff in line with our safeguarding and welfare policies, and a qualified First Aider is present on site at all times.

Is parking available?

Yes, there is free parking on-site at Hills Road Sixth Form College.

You’re welcome to use the College’s parking on Purbeck Road, CB2 8HY (off from Hills Road).

There will be signage to the Main Hall from the car park.

What happens next?

Once you submit the form, you’ll receive a confirmation email with full audition details, timings, and what to expect on the day.

After the audition, we’ll be in touch to discuss outcomes and next steps.

MORE THAN AN ACADEMY

Why Families Stay

Students come for the training. They stay for the friendships, confidence and sense of belonging they discover along the way.

A Supportive Community

Students train together, support one another and grow.

Confidence
That Lasts

Build confidence that extends far beyond the stage.

Friendships
for Life

Shared experiences become lasting friendships.

“The atmosphere is friendly and so many friendships are being made. It builds confidence and helps to overcome a variety of barriers”

— NPA Cambridge Parent ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

It All Starts With an Audition.

Every performer begins somewhere.

If your child has imagination, commitment and a willingness to learn, we’d love to meet them.

Book an audition today, and take the first step.