GATE

GATE Guernsey's most successful theatrical & dance school. GATE was founded in February 2003 by West End professionals Brian and Catherine Webster.

It all began with a workshop for local children based on the musical Grease. Brain and Catherine both played parts in the West End version so along with fellow cast member Amanda Sim, they offered young islanders an opportunity that had not been offered before. They took 50 students, had 50 students on the waiting lists and it was a resounding success. They realised from this that there was an opp

ortunity to pass on their exclusive knowledge and experience as there were no other professionals on the Island. Brian and Catherine between them clocked up 24 years working with great stars in the West End and extensively trained in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Drama and singing at Elmhurst Ballet School, West Street Ballet School and Guildford School of Acting. From this they wanted to run classes that would not just cover every genre neccessary to become a professional, but also to give confidence, life skills and enjoyment to their students. GATE officially opened it's doors on April 27th 2003 and the school has become the most successful on the Island.

05/05/2026

🌟 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON 🌟

2 weeks until we move into the theatre for our school show “The Stars Shine On”!

3 days until tickets go on sale! - Friday 8th May!
Tickets can be purchased from www.prcpa.gg, from the Performing Arts Centre or by calling their box office on 229999.

A jam packed variety show of Dance World Cup numbers, winning Eisteddfod pieces, brand new class work routines in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Contemporary, Street, Acro, Irish & theatre school.

We can’t wait! Not long now 😊 As you can see, everyone is working super hard behind the scenes. Here’s some footage of rehearsals for our Inter Street group. 💜

🌟 THE STARS SHINE ON 🌟Look at our amazing poster for our upcoming show, The Stars Shine On! Massive thank you to  ,we lo...
28/04/2026

🌟 THE STARS SHINE ON 🌟

Look at our amazing poster for our upcoming show, The Stars Shine On! Massive thank you to ,we love it 🥰🤩

Tickets go on sale on the 8th of May… so mark your diaries! You can purchase tickets at www.prcpa.gg, at the performing arts Centre or call their box office on 229999.

4 mini shows and 2 main show, there’s something for everyone! We are so excited… 3 weeks today we move into the theatre. A showcase of Dance World Cup pieces, winning Eisteddfod pieces & brand new class pieces… you don’t want to miss this! 💜

Founded by two former West End professionals, Brian and Catherine, GATE is a beacon of creativity and passion dedicated to providing the highest quality dance and theatre education to its students.

21/04/2026

🌟 SHOW PREP 🌟

The count down is on for our summer show! 4 weeks today until we move into the theatre for tech. We are so excited 🤗🤩

Here’s a behind the scenes of our Junior street crew rehearsing for their show piece. So much hard work and so much fun! Can’t wait to get this to the stage.

Stay tuned for information about ticket sales, show name and poster! Not long now 🥰💜

🤩 A huge thank you you to these absolute superstars who helped raise over £2K at our horse racing night yesterday! Pione...
19/04/2026

🤩 A huge thank you you to these absolute superstars who helped raise over £2K at our horse racing night yesterday! Pioneered by Kirsty M, these funds will go towards getting our G.A.T.E Dance World Cup team to the finals in Dublin in July. As you can imagine, with travel costs and entries fees, it can all add up but the experience the students gain and the joy of putting Guernsey on the international map dance wise is worth all the hard work.
A huge thank you also to Sharon and all her staff at the Hampshire Lodge for all their help and wonderful hospitality! We all had a great night out! 🐎

⭐️ ALUMNI SUCCESS ⭐️ WOW!!! We are bursting with pride. Our amazing alumni Rachel MacDougall has just been announced as ...
09/04/2026

⭐️ ALUMNI SUCCESS ⭐️

WOW!!! We are bursting with pride. Our amazing alumni Rachel MacDougall has just been announced as a lead in the West Ends “Beetlejuice”!!!! How incredible is that.

Rachel will be playing Girl Scout and also first cover Lydia! If you know the show you know this is huge and we really could not be prouder.

Rachel joined us at GATE at 8 years old doing ballet and quickly picked up all the classes we had to offer as she showed so much promise… and now she’s going to be a West End leading lady.

We can’t wait to watch you shine Rachel MacDougall 💜 flying the GATE family flag so high. Such a star! 🌟

Read more about it here: https://www.whatsonstage.com/news/beetlejuice-announces-complete-west-end-casting_1717469/

⭐️ WHAT A WORKSHOP ⭐️Our workshop last week was nothing short of incredible! The hard work, the fun, the talent, the fri...
07/04/2026

⭐️ WHAT A WORKSHOP ⭐️

Our workshop last week was nothing short of incredible! The hard work, the fun, the talent, the friendships and the 2 amazing showcases that were put on at the end of it. We really did have a ball and every single one of our students made the week so special.

A huge thank you to our guest teacher Ella De Vivo ⭐️ we loved having you and learning from you and your expertise! We hope to have you back soon! Such an inspiring week.

Thank you to Tim Langlois for amazing photos of our showcase. Such wonderful memories captured.

Moana & Mamma Mia were such a hit. Congratulations to everyone who took part. We hope you loved it as much as we did! 💜⭐️

⭐️ ALUMNI SUCCESS ⭐️Some incredible news to start off the month! Our alumni, Eliza Mason has been offered an amazing job...
01/04/2026

⭐️ ALUMNI SUCCESS ⭐️

Some incredible news to start off the month! Our alumni, Eliza Mason has been offered an amazing job on Royal Caribbean where she will be sailing the seas performing in the fabulous musical, “The Wizard of Oz”! What an amazing job- we are so proud of you.

Flying the GATE flag high. Enjoy every second Eliza! ⭐️💜

⭐️ SKI BALLET ⭐️Fun fact for you- Did you know Miss Catherine and Brian started off their career in ski ballet rather th...
01/04/2026

⭐️ SKI BALLET ⭐️

Fun fact for you- Did you know Miss Catherine and Brian started off their career in ski ballet rather than pure dance.

We are so excited to be introducing this fabulous sport to Guernsey this winter with the hopes of training some locals up for the next Winter Olympics!

We are so excited for this next venture. 🏂🎿❄️⛷️

30/03/2026

⭐️ EASTER WORKSHOP- DAY 1 ⭐️

An amazing first day of our Easter workshop! 2 fabulous shows to work on, 3 amazing groups and so much hard work. Mamma Mia & Moana has been filling the Performing Arts Centre today and we have loved every second.

It’s been amazing to welcome our guest teacher Ella who has been in Mamma Mia, not once… but twice! Such a fun show to learn. And the minis are looking and sounding beautiful already with the gorgeous songs of Moana.

Here’s a sneak peak of what we’ve been up to. We can’t wait for tomorrow 💥💜

⭐️ A FUN NIGHT OF FUNDRAISING ⭐️Please share this far and wide, and, if you can, please buy a ticket and come help GATE ...
30/03/2026

⭐️ A FUN NIGHT OF FUNDRAISING ⭐️

Please share this far and wide, and, if you can, please buy a ticket and come help GATE DWC team raise much needed funds for their trip to Dublin in July!

To reserve your seat, please pre-pay for your basket meal by sending £10 per person to the QR code or this link https://revolut.me/kirstyba2v/pocket/14eX8iAuzI

Please quote your name and “tickets” and collect your basket meal voucher from the raffle table on arrival.

There will be a raffle drawn on the night, tickets £1 per strip and please remember to bring cash to place your bets.

Set to be a great night! Please come and join us!

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GATE Studios, Rue De Longfrie
St Peters
GY79RZ

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