Noah the Musical Audition/Workshop

Nearly fifty young people attended our audition workshop for Noah the Musical. It was an opportunity to learn some of the songs and to hear about the characters in the show.  One of our back stage participants helped by taking photographs and video and will be helping to blog during the workshop itself.

There are still places available to be part of our workshop experience including those who want to perform and gain skills back stage.  Email us at home@vivodarte.co.uk for more details.

Introduction Workshop - Noah the Musical

Ian Gower, co-writer of Noah the Musical, led a workshop introducing the musical to a group of young people aged 11 to 18.  We are looking for a large cast to join us this Easter to work together over two weeks to create a high quality show.  Those involved will have the opportunity to learn new skills, not only on-stage, but behind the scenes building set, helping with make-up costumes and light and sound.

Auditions are being held on 27th January at 2pm at the Hall of St Francis, Glenview Gardens, Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead HP1 1TB More details email home@vivodarte.co.uk

Music College Success

Congratulations to George Watkins and James Penniston, Vivo D'Arte regulars, whose hard work over many months preparing for auditions for music conservatoire, has paid off.  Both George and James are students of singing teacher, Dan Cowtan.  Judi Kelly has also been working with them on sight reading and theory.  George has accepted a place at Guildhall in London and James a place at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester.  They will both be studying Bachelor of Music (Honours) Vocal studies, George as a tenor and James as a bass/baritone. George and James have fought off competition from students from all around the world to gain a place at conservatoire - a fantastic acheivement!

Vocal Master Class

Our second Vocal Master Class took place on December 16th 2012 at the Rudolf Steiner School. A mixed repertoire from classical to musical theatre included pieces from Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel to arias from Handel and Mozart.

The master class was led by our patron, Jeff Stewart, who is Professor of Singing at the Royal College of Music. The master class was an excellent learning experience not only for our eight participants but also the audience.

We are planning more master classes for 2013.

Kiss Communications - Friends of Vivo D'Arte!

We are delighted to announce that Kiss Communications have shown their support by becoming Friends of Vivo D'Arte. For more information on how you can become a 'Friend of Vivo D'Arte' please click here. Money raised through the ‘Friends’ scheme will be used to: support bursaries; fund scholarships and help fund future projects.

Last week a group of Vivo D'Arte students, aged 15 to 18, attended a presentation by Kate Bellingham to Hertfordshire Business Leaders at The Grove, Watford. After a short performance our young people took part in a question and answer session. The presentation demonstrated some of the skills learned by young people through their experience in theatre, not only singing and acting but self-discipline, team work, communication skills, punctuality, working under pressure etc - all vital skills and attributes for any young person seeking any employment. Thank you to the staff at The Grove and Tim Hutchings of Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce who made us so welcome.

Vocal Masterclass

Have you ever been to a masterclass? If you haven't here is your opportunity. Vivo D'Arte are holding their second masterclass on 16th December 2012 at the Rudolf Steiner School in Kings Langley. If you sing, this is an opportunity not to be missed to gain technical tips to improve your singing and performance. Led by Jeffrey Stewart, Professor of Singing at RCM and Vivo D'Arte Patron, you can take part or just come along and watch. We are looking for either classical or musical theatre singers. The fee to participate is £35 and this gives you a 20-25min slot. Audience tickets are £10 (£5 concessions). You can see some video from our last masterclass here:



 For more information contact us at home@vivodarte.co.uk