Nine Lives Theatre Company

07/09/2026

💙 WE’RE BACK! 💙

Classes start back today and we are so excited to welcome everyone back for a brand new year at Nine Lives!

There’s so much to look forward to over the coming months, new classes, new opportunities, shows and performances, exams, workshops, plenty of projects behind the scenes, and even a brand new website on the way!

We’ve got lots planned, and we genuinely can’t wait to see what this year brings for all of our students.

And if you’ve been thinking about joining us, this is the perfect time! We have places available across a range of classes for different ages and experience levels, with our four-week trials available for weekly classes.

Interested in becoming part of Nine Lives? Fill in our New Student Form here and we’ll help you find the right place to start:
👉https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZl6vQKti1Bd74ylP1ypoYtcQM4_Z3P7ZPECTpGkqHRJJZzA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108203919478248880634

Here’s to another brilliant year of training, performing and creating together. 💙

04/09/2026

✨ NEW MONTHLY CLASSES AT NINE LIVES! ✨
Alongside our expanding weekly timetable, we’re also introducing four new monthly classes designed to give performers access to more specialised training, broaden their skill set and explore areas that don’t necessarily need to sit within a weekly class.

🎬 SCREEN ACTING & FILMMAKING
A practical class exploring acting for camera alongside the wider filmmaking process.

Students will work on natural screen performance, confidence in front of the camera and the differences between acting for stage and screen, while also gaining a better understanding of how scenes are created, shot and brought to life.

It’s a chance to develop practical screen skills both in front of and behind the camera, while building experience that can feed directly into future film and performance work.

💪 HEALTHY PERFORMER & FITNESS
Performing well isn’t only about technique — it’s also about understanding how to look after yourself properly.
Healthy Performer & Fitness looks at the whole performer, covering areas including nutrition, healthy habits, fitness, body care and mental wellbeing, alongside practical work designed to develop strength and stamina.

The aim is to help students build the knowledge and physical foundations needed to support confident, healthy and sustainable performance both in and out of the studio.

🏋️ PERFORMER STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
A focused physical training class designed specifically around the needs of performers.

Students will work on strength, control, flexibility, stability, stamina and body awareness, developing the physical foundations that support safer, stronger movement across dance, musical theatre and performance.

It’s ideal for performers looking to improve their overall conditioning and support the technique they’re developing in their other classes.

👠 HEELS
Our Heels class is focused specifically on the technique and stylised movement involved in performing in stage heels, rather than the style traditionally associated with a standard heels class.
Students will work on posture, balance, control, musicality, choreography and stage presence, drawing particularly on the movement styles seen across musical theatre, commercial dance and live performance.

It’s designed to help performers feel secure, confident and controlled when heels become part of a routine, production or performance.

💙 INTERESTED IN ONE OF OUR MONTHLY CLASSES?
Use the form linked below to register your interest in any of these new sessions.

The form can also be used to enquire about any of the other classes and training available at Nine Lives, so if there’s another area of performance you’d like to explore, you’re very welcome to use it for that too!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZl6vQKti1Bd74ylP1ypoYtcQM4_Z3P7ZPECTpGkqHRJJZzA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108203919478248880634

Nine Lives is currently going through an exciting branding refresh, alongside the development of our brand-new website, so some information on our existing website may not yet reflect our current or upcoming programme.

If there’s anything you’re unsure about, please don’t hesitate to message us through social media or contact us by email — we’ll be very happy to help.

📧 [email protected]

🎭 Professional training for lives in performance.

04/09/2026

✨ NEW WEEKLY CLASSES AT NINE LIVES! ✨
We’re really excited to be expanding our weekly timetable with three brand-new classes, giving performers even more ways to develop their skills, try something different and build a broader range of training.

🔥 K-POP, COMMERCIAL & HIP HOP
A high-energy mix of K-Pop, Commercial and Hip Hop, drawing inspiration from the choreography and performance styles seen across today’s music and dance industry.

Students will work on exciting routines while developing musicality, coordination, confidence, performance quality and their own individual style. With Beginner and Advanced options available, the classes are designed to give students room to develop at the level that suits them.

This class also offers the option to take Street Dance Exams

🤸 ACRO
Our new Acro classes combine acrobatic skills with dance and performance training, helping students develop strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, control and confidence.
Skills will be developed progressively, from strong foundations through to more advanced tricks and combinations, with students also learning how to incorporate acrobatic movement effectively into choreography and performance.

Our Acro training is led by a tutor with a strong gymnastics background and practical acrobatic experience, bringing specialist knowledge and genuine technical understanding into the studio.

This class also offers the option to take Acro Exams

🎶 ACATAPELLA – GROUP SINGING & VOCAL SKILLS
Acatapella is our new group singing class for anyone wanting to develop their voice and become a stronger, more confident ensemble singer.
Students will work on vocal technique, harmony, rhythm, musical awareness, blending and performance, exploring a wide variety of music through both accompanied singing and occasional a ca****la work.

Whether you’re already a confident singer or want more experience using your voice alongside others, it’s a chance to develop valuable vocal and ensemble skills in a supportive group environment.

💙 INTERESTED IN TRYING A CLASS?
Use the form linked below to register your interest and sign up for a four-week trial in any of these new weekly classes.
The form can also be used to enquire about any of the other classes and training available at Nine Lives, so if you’ve been thinking about trying something else, you’re very welcome to use it too!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZl6vQKti1Bd74ylP1ypoYtcQM4_Z3P7ZPECTpGkqHRJJZzA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108203919478248880634

Nine Lives is currently going through an exciting branding refresh, alongside the development of our brand-new website, so some information on our existing website may not yet reflect our current or upcoming programme.

If there’s anything you’re unsure about, please don’t hesitate to message us through social media or contact us by email — we’ll be very happy to help.

📧 [email protected]

🎭 Professional training for lives in performance.

31/08/2026

💙 We’re incredibly proud of our student, Shyla! 💙

We wanted to take a moment to celebrate Shyla and the amazing fundraising she has been doing, not only with her latest challenge, but through all the work she has already done to help others, with plenty more planned for the future!

It’s wonderful to see one of our students showing such determination, kindness and commitment to making a difference, and we couldn’t be prouder of her. 🌟

A huge well done, Shyla, keep being amazing! 💙

You can read all about her latest fundraising efforts in the Fenland Citizen article below 👇

https://www.fenlandcitizen.co.uk/news/11-year-old-raises-thousands-after-walking-more-than-185-000-9480773/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAUCnSdwZG9mBWZkaWQWUNhNI5sceo0wzLQOJ2Y7PUFHrvRb_GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR7ElMs2_Y-1rfTqhsG5Hfy5GIYnBVOotEWT6logo7qIClZyeQOZYobJwMlYIA_aem_Ntvq_Yuo_0pvyYeDWw9ScA

A Wisbech youngster with a fundraising bug has completed her biggest challenge yet for a great cause.

17/08/2026

We’re still looking back on our Summer School with huge smiles! 💙☀️

What an incredible week of training, learning and performance it was, finishing with a fantastic showcase that demonstrated just how much every student had achieved in only five days.

Our Summer School is about so much more than putting on a performance. It’s an intensive week designed to challenge students, develop technique, build stamina, refine performance skills and encourage every performer to strive for the next level. It’s hard work, it’s demanding, but the growth we see in our students each year makes every moment worthwhile.

Throughout the week, students trained with industry professionals, explored a wide range of performing arts disciplines, and developed new skills that they’ll continue to use long after Summer School has finished. Our Plus students also spent time focusing on the realities of the industry, learning about drama schools, auditions, agents and the professional skills that can help them take their next steps towards a career in performing arts.

What makes us proudest isn’t just the final performance – it’s seeing students embrace feedback, support one another, grow in confidence, discover new techniques and leave with a deeper understanding of what it means to be a performer.

To every student who joined us this year, thank you for your commitment, enthusiasm and willingness to work hard. We hope you leave with wonderful memories, lasting friendships and a whole host of new skills to take with you on your performing arts journey.

We already can’t wait for Summer School 2027! 💙✨

05/08/2026

Any fan of funny will be running for this masterclass in comedy . Be quick only a few seats left!

04/08/2026

We are heavy-hearted to say goodbye to someone who meant a great deal to the Nine Lives family.

We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Jimmy Cricket.

Jimmy wasn’t just a wonderful comedian; he was a Patron of Nine Lives Theatre Company, a true professional, and someone we were incredibly proud to call our friend.

Many of you will remember our Christmas with Cricket shows in the early days of the company. They became such a special tradition and a real highlight of our calendar, bringing laughter, warmth and unforgettable memories to audiences.

What meant even more to us was the belief Jimmy had in what we were trying to achieve. He understood the importance of giving young performers genuine industry experiences and opportunities, and he gave so generously of his time, talent and encouragement. Watching our students share the stage with someone of his calibre was something truly special, and memories that so many of them will carry with them forever.

Behind the laughs was a kind, humble and generous man who always had time for people. He made everyone feel welcome, supported our company wholeheartedly, and helped shape some of our happiest memories.

Jimmy, thank you for believing in us, for sharing your talent with our students and audiences, and for your friendship over the years.

You will be remembered with enormous affection by all of us at Nine Lives Theatre Company, and your legacy of laughter, kindness and generosity will never be forgotten.

Our thoughts and love are with May and Jimmy’s family, his friends and everyone whose lives he touched. 💙

28/07/2026

What an incredible start to Summer School! ☀️💙

The last two days have been packed with energy, creativity and lots of hard work across all of our courses!

It was fantastic to welcome back Nine Lives Alumni, Georgia, who spent the day working with our students on improvisation, audio and scene work, as well as delivering an insightful session for our Plus students all about drama school, agents and the performing arts industry.

Having former students return to share their experiences is something we’re incredibly proud of. It gives our current students a genuine insight into the industry from someone who has recently completed the journey themselves, and it’s so inspiring to see them asking questions, learning and taking those next steps towards their own goals.

Alongside this, our students have already enjoyed classes in a variety of dance styles and musical theatre, challenging themselves, building confidence and developing new skills every day.

We can’t wait to see what the rest of the week brings as everyone continues to grow, create and prepare for Friday’s performance! 🌟

22/07/2026

🌟 Summer School starts this Monday! 🌟

There’s still time to join us for an exciting week of performing arts training led by industry professionals.

Whether you’re taking your first steps into performing arts or looking to develop your skills further, our Summer School is packed with in-depth classes, daily fitness, creativity and performance opportunities.

We now have just a few places remaining across all of our courses, so if you’d like to join us, don’t wait!

To book your place, simply send us a message or email [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help.

We can’t wait to welcome another fantastic group of performers this summer! 💙

20/07/2026

💙 And that's a wrap on another incredible year at Nine Lives Theatre Company! 💙

On Friday evening, we came together for our annual Celebration Evening, recognising the hard work, dedication and achievements of our amazing students. It was wonderful to present certificates and medals following another outstanding year of examinations and celebrate everything that has been accomplished over the past year.

This year, our students achieved incredible results across a huge range of disciplines, including:
🩰 The Dance School Company
• Pre-School Dance
• Primary Ballet
• Grade 2 Ballet
• Grade 1 Tap
• Grade 2 Tap
• Grade 3 Tap
• Grade 1 Contemporary
• Grade 4 Contemporary
• Bronze Musical Theatre Medal
• Silver Musical Theatre Medal

🎭 Trinity College London
• Solo Musical Theatre (various grades)
• Performance Arts Grade 1
• Performance Arts Grade 4
• Group Musical Theatre Grade 2
• Group Musical Theatre Grade 5

We are incredibly proud of every student who took part. Their commitment, determination and hard work throughout the year has been inspiring, and we were absolutely thrilled to receive such fantastic results across all of our examinations.

From performances and productions to exams, filming projects, showcases and so many unforgettable moments, it's been a year full of creativity, growth and memories that we'll treasure.

And a big thank you to Wisbech Tweet for coming along and taking photos of the evening.

Our regular classes have now finished for the summer, but we're not quite done yet! Next week we kick off our annual Summer School, and we can't wait to spend another fantastic week training, creating and performing with all of the students joining us.

A huge thank you to all of our students, parents, families, alumni and everyone who has supported us throughout the year. Your encouragement and belief in what we do means more than you know.

After Summer School, we'll be taking a well earned break before returning in September, and we honestly can't wait to welcome everyone back for another exciting year. We already have lots of exciting plans in the works, and we can't wait to share them with you soon...

Have a wonderful summer, everyone! ☀️💙