🎉 West Lancs Performing Arts
From class updates and term dates to student achievements and upcoming events, our website is your go-to hub for all things WLPA. We update regularly, so be sure to check in often to stay informed.
📅 Term Dates & Key Events
- New Term Begins: Saturday 13th September
- Half Term Break: Saturday 18th October
- Christmas Closure: Saturdays 20th & 27th December
- Winter Showcase: Saturday 24th January (Times TBC)
- Easter Closure: Saturdays 28th March & 4th April
- Summer Show Rehearsals & Performances:
- Extra Rehearsal: Sunday 5th July
- Principals Rehearsal: Thursday 9th July (4–7pm)
- Dress & Tech: Friday 10th July (4:30–8pm approx)
- Performances: Saturday 11th July (Call time approx 11am)
- End of Term: Saturday 18th July
🌟 New Classes & Exciting Additions
- Musical Theatre Stars Class returns on Saturday 13th September! For Year One children (ages 5–6), running weekly from 12:15–1:00 PM.
- WLPA Photography & Film Department A UK-first initiative: every child receives a dedicated media page, shared exclusively with parents in the lead-up to performances.
🏆 Musical Theatre Examinations – 2024
We are proud to announce that every WLPA student achieved a Distinction Grade in our recent Musical Theatre exams. Five groups were nominated for the IDTA Semi-Finals in Blackpool, and our Seniors earned a place in the Finals. They made the inspiring decision to focus on their Summer performance of Shrek the Musical, which followed just one week later. Congratulations to all involved!
We are currently scheduling our next examination session—stay tuned!
🚗 Arrivals, Departures & Parking
- Parking:
- Ormskirk Civic Hall: No parking on Churchfields.
- Aughton Village Hall: Ample parking available.
🎒 Belongings & Uniform
- Uniform orders: Email uniforms@wlpa.info with your request and child’s shoe size.
🎟️ Show Website Access
WLPA maintains a private show website for current families, offering priority access to tickets, updates, and performance details.
WLPA continues to set the standard in musical theatre classes. We’re proud to offer a safe, inspiring, and professionally led environment where every child is given the opportunity to thrive.