Summer Holiday Workshop 2026

Matilda: 2-Day Dance & Drama Workshop

6th August – 7th August | Chelmsford

Looking for exciting summer holiday activities in Essex? Join us for our magical Matilda Dance & Drama Workshop, inspired by the much-loved musical. Over two fun-filled days, young performers will sing, dance, act, and bring scenes from this award-winning show to life.

Our workshop combines energetic musical theatre choreography, character development, and creative drama in a supportive and encouraging environment. It’s the perfect opportunity for children from Chelmsford and across Essex to build confidence, develop performance skills, and make new friends during the summer holidays. Whether they already love Matilda or simply enjoy performing, every child will have the chance to shine on stage!

Matilda Workshop
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Matilda Workshop

Workshop FAQ

Common Questions About Our Holiday Workshops

We rotate our themes for every school holiday! Our sessions generally focus on **Popular Music** (like K-Pop or Chart Hits) and **Popular Musical Theatre** (inspired by West End and Broadway hits). Each workshop is a fresh experience.

Yes! Our workshops are designed to be a high-energy alternative to a standard holiday club. It is a very **active and fun** environment where children are constantly moving through dance choreography and engaging in drama games that naturally **build confidence** and social skills.

Many parents use our 2-day workshops as an enriching form of **holiday childcare**. While our focus is on performing arts excellence, we provide a safe, fully supervised, and structured environment for the duration of the workshop, giving you peace of mind while your child learns new skills.

Our workshops are intensive **2-day sessions**. They are designed to be high-energy and productive, allowing us to put together a showcase in just 48 hours! Please check your specific booking for start and end times.

Yes! On the second day, we invite parents and family to watch a **free showcase**. This is a wonderful opportunity for the children to show off the new dance routines, songs, and drama scenes they have mastered.

Yes. Since the children will be very active, please pack a **healthy snack and a refillable water bottle**. If the workshop runs over lunch hours, a packed lunch is also required. Please note we take note of all allergies during booking.

Absolutely! Our holiday clubs in Essex are inclusive and perfect for both total beginners and experienced young performers. We ensure everyone is settled and having fun from the very first drama game.

We normally hold workshops at Shenfield but each location could be used. We will clearly state location on latest workshop description. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the specific venue address.

No, we do not currently offer early drop-off for our holiday workshops. Please stick to the times listed in the workshop description.

Don't miss out on our next holiday club! Contact Karen to check availability for our upcoming Essex workshops.

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