Chrystel Arts Theatre School is a family-run independent part-time theatre school and acting agency operating since 1987, offering ISTD dance, LAMDA drama, and musical theatre classes across three branches in Edgware, Mill Hill, and Chesham.
Chrystel Arts Theatre School is an independent part-time theatre school operating since 1987 across three branches in Edgware, Mill Hill, and Chesham. The school traces its history to the Doris Clark School of Dancing, established in the 1930s, and was later known as Edgware Dance Studios before being renamed under its current principal, Christine. An acting agency was added in 1988.
The school offers classes in ballet, tap, modern jazz, contemporary/lyrical, street dance, speech and drama, and musical theatre for children and adults. Dance classes follow ISTD syllabi, with examination opportunities available in Imperial Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, and Modern Theatre. Drama and musical theatre classes incorporate LAMDA, and students can take LAMDA exams at the Edgware studio, which is a registered examination centre. Contemporary/lyrical classes are available from Year 6 upwards, while other dance styles accept all ages and abilities. Adult classes include ballet, tap, and dance fitness, with specialized body-conditioning classes for ages 50 and above.
Students participate in regular performances, presentations, and festivals. The acting agency represents children and adults, with clients appearing in film, television, commercials, and stage productions.
Chrystel Arts Theatre School is an independent part-time theatre school and acting agency that has been operating since 1987. It is a family-run organization led by principal Christine, descended from Edgware Dance Studios and the Doris Clark School of Dancing established in the 1930s. The school offers dance, drama, and musical theatre classes, and the acting agency, formed in 1988, represents children and adults across the UK and Europe.
The school operates three branches: Edgware at The Scout and Guide Centre, Rectory Ln, Edgware HA8 7LG; Mill Hill at Mill Hill Music Complex, Unit 1, Bunns Lane Works, Bunns Ln, London NW7 2AJ; and Chesham at multiple locations including Chesham Moor, Moor Rd, Chesham HP5 1SE, 1st Chesham Scout Group, The Backs, Chesham HP5 1DB, and Christ Church, Trapps Lane, Chesham, HP5 1NX.
The school offers ballet, tap, modern jazz, contemporary/lyrical, street, dance fitness through ballet, musical theatre, and speech and drama classes. Students can take ISTD dance examinations including Imperial Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, and Modern Theatre exams, as well as LAMDA drama and musical theatre examinations.
The school welcomes anyone interested in part-time theatre training, whether seeking vocational training or a once-a-week hobby. The acting agency represents children and adults.
Classes are available for all ages and abilities. Ballet, tap, modern jazz, and street classes cater to all ages and abilities. Contemporary/lyrical classes are for Year 6+ and all abilities. Dance fitness through ballet is designed for adults, especially welcoming to ages 50+. Adult dance classes in ballet, tap, and dance fitness are offered at all three branches.
Yes. Students have opportunities to take ISTD dance examinations and LAMDA drama and musical theatre examinations. The school operates an acting agency that represents children and adults, with clients having worked in film, TV, commercials, short films, voiceover, and stage productions.
The school follows ISTD syllabi for dance classes and LAMDA syllabi for drama and musical theatre. It is a registered LAMDA private examination centre. Classes are taught by highly qualified and experienced staff, many of whom are professional actors, dancers, and performers who trained with the school.
Yes. The school offers regular performances, presentations, and festivals for students.
Phone: 020 8952 6010. School email: office@chrystelarts.co.uk. Agency email: agency@chrystelarts.co.uk.