Our NPS Associates Programmes are designed to expand knowledge, confidence, mindset and skill set.
Audition slots for our 10 month Musical Theatre and 5 month Acting Associates programmes are held a few months before the beginning of the course. Our next Auditions for the both courses will be held on Sunday 9th June 2024. Auditions slots are booked both for in person and via self tape over on our Events page. Audition slots will be available soon.
MUSICAL THEATRE - 10 Month Programme
Northern Prep Squads MT associates programme is designed to provide concentrated Musical Theatre training to young performers who want to expand their knowledge & skill set on top of their weekly classes.
This once a month intensive allows our attendees time to grow between each session whilst implementing practises in their current training facilities all whilst learning new techniques, gaining confidence, pushing themselves out of their comfort zone, forming new relationships and most of all having fun doing what they love.
Working with professionals from all areas of the industry from performers to casting and creatives, this programme aims to provide more understanding about this fabulous yet sometimes daunting industry.
This programme is open to junior 8-12yrs and Senior 12-21yrs
ACTING - 5 Month Programme
Northern Prep Squads Acting associates programme is designed to provide an array of sessions for young actors who want to expand their knowledge & skill set on top of their weekly classes.
Like our MT Course this once a month 5 month intensive allows our attendees time to grow between each session whilst implementing practises in their current training facilities all whilst learning new techniques, gaining confidence within their instinct, pushing themselves out of their comfort zone and boundaries of creativity, forming new relationships and most of all having fun doing what they love.
Working with professionals from all areas of the industry from performers to casting and creatives, this programme aims to provide more understanding about this fabulous yet sometimes daunting industry.
This programme is open to junior 8-12yrs and Senior 12-21yrs
Practise makes permanent not perfect. Perfect is simply an opinion which is subjective. Permanent is concrete, giving you the opportunity to grow whilst feeling confident in your ability to constantly deliver.
We at NPS believe that you can never learn too much or from too many people which is why we bring in a new creative every month. Our associates programme is designed to run along side your young performers current training which is why anyone from any school/training facility can apply.
We aim to create independent performers therefore we share with our Associates the skills they need and the courage to impliment them themselves. With concentrated class sizes, regular teachers as well as different industry professionals each session, NPS provides a safe space in order to work hard, expand understanding and push yourself out of that comfort zone after all, PRACTISE MAKES PERMANENT!
"Since starting the associates program, I've grown in confidence and found myself constantly motivated to do better and push myself further out of my comfort zone. Jourdan and Jess have been so supportive and always go the extra mile to help us all achieve the most we can and I've made some lifelong friends! The progress I've made in the past 7 months is something that I'm so proud of"
Grace Bourke, MT - 3rd year Senior Associate
Our Associate programme is designed for young performers who want to take their training to the next level. Everyone who has worked with us knows that we are all about having a good time however, we certainly mean business. We only want to work with individuals on our Associates Programme who are open minded, dedicated and passionate about increasing their knowledge and skill set.
It is designed for those who are looking to bridge the gap between their weekly classes and the industry. Those who are dedicated to bettering their craft and who are open to exploring the performing arts with like minded people in a safe yet encouraging environment. The Associates masterclasses are held at a faster pace, and with a lot more focus on technique and professionalism just like you would expect at a drama school. We at NPS want these programmes to encourage and cultivate young talent by exploring different genres and avenues of Musical Theatre or Acting in order to gain knowledge of this fabulous yet competitive industry all whilst having fun.
Each month attendees will work with both Jourdan & Jess on anything from acting, singing, dancing, acting for TV, acting through song, stamina training, audition prep, acting for stage, voice over, script writing and much more dependant on the course you have chosen. They will then work with an industry professional in a private masterclass for their group which will include not only performers from West End shows/Professional actors and directors for stage & screen but also professionals from the casting & creative world.
The aim is to expose all attendees to different professionals from different areas of the performing arts in order to enlighten them on the industry whilst allowing them to better themselves and their craft. All professionals are hand picked by the NPS team as we want to ensure that our SQUAD work with professionals who are not only well respected but share our ethos of being fierce on stage but kind off.
Our previous professionals include casting directors from the West End, Leading drama school faculty and performers from West End/UK tours/TV Film as well as industry professionals from the world of voice over, presenting, mime, improv, puppetry, stage combat and so much more.
MUSICAL THEATRE - Junior & Senior
ACTING - Junior & Senior
"After receiving a NPS workshop as a birthday gift from her grandma, Sofiya has only ever wanted more more more! Jourdan and Jess have completely taken her under their wing and after building up enough courage to go for an audition for the first year of Associates, she successfully gained a place and has not looked back since. Sofiya still struggles at time with confidence, something you wouldn’t expect from a performer- but it happens, and they have given her so much support and time but also attention to the things she needs in order to achieve her potential and be the best version of her. I can’t thank them enough for pulling together all of the parts of musical theatre into one place and helping not only Sofiya but the whole squad’s dreams come a little closer. We love you NPS #practisemakespermanent"
Laura Ormandy, Parent
The Associates Programme is set to run 1 Sunday a month from 9:30am-1:30pm. Exact dates will be available upon audition but these are usually the last Sunday of each month for the SHEFFIELD MT course and the 3rd Sunday of the month for the SHEFFIELD Acting course.
The Associates Programme is priced at a one off Fee. The 5 month Acting course is priced at £200 and the 10 month Musical Theatre course is £400 for the year. This includes all of the above dependant of course type.
For the Musical theatre course half of the full payment is due upon acceptance after successful audition and the rest of the amount must be paid before the March session. The Acting course full payment is to be paid for in advance of the 1st session.
"It was an absolute pleasure to work with the Associate students at Northern Prep Squad. They are a talented and committed group of young performers with a great work ethic, and a huge amount of passion for what they do. It is clear that the training they are receiving from Jourdan and Jess, is providing them with a strong grounding in the skills and disciplines they require to continue their studies in the arts."
Shaun McCourt, Industry Professional
Acceptance onto the NPS Associates Programme is by audition only. We at NPS Associates want to work with individuals who work hard, push themselves and want to better their craft. The audition is so much fun and a time to show us your potential and willingness to improve. These will take place at the studios where we hold the Associates Sessions in SHEFFIELD.
For more information on the audition process and to book your audition spot, visit our upcoming events page. There is no fee to audition, however in order to show your interest and book an audition slot you will have to follow the process of purchasing a ticket which will cost £0. If you have any questions do not hesitate to get in touch.
Please keep an eye out on our events page to register your interest for next years programme.
We believe that the performing arts is for everyone. If we can help you to fully access and be included in our sessions, taking into consideration any additional needs, please let us know. Do not hesitate to get in touch via email/phone to discuss how we can support you or your young performer.
