Be Our Guest: Stagecoach Kendal and Lancaster students perform at Disneyland Paris

Students from Stagecoach Kendal and Stagecoach Lancaster have returned home buzzing with excitement after performing at the prestigious Disney ‘Behind the Magic’ experience at Disneyland Paris.

After months of dedication and rehearsal, the inspirational young performers travelled to Paris earlier this month to work alongside Disney professionals, gaining invaluable insight into the world of performance at one of the most iconic entertainment destinations in the world.

Above: Stagecoach Kendal and Lancaster students with the professional cast of Beauty and the Beastplaceholder image
Above: Stagecoach Kendal and Lancaster students with the professional cast of Beauty and the Beast

The group took part in specialist workshops led by Disney’s expert team, learning about performance technique, stage presence and the discipline required to deliver world-class entertainment. The experience culminated in an unforgettable performance, giving students the chance to shine in a truly magical setting, on stage with the professional cast of Beauty and the Beast!

Principal Ann-Marie said:

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Above: Stagecoach Kendal and Lancaster Students on stage at Disneyland Paris

‘We are incredibly proud of our students. Their professionalism, energy and commitment throughout the trip were outstanding. To see them performing with such confidence in a Disney environment was a very special moment.’

The trip was not only about performance, but also about building confidence, independence and lifelong memories. For many students, it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to combine professional training with the magic of Disney.

Stagecoach Kendal and Lancaster continue to provide high-quality performing arts training for young people aged 4–18, helping them grow in creativity, courage and self-belief, both on and off the stage.

With a network of over 60,000 students and more than 3,000 extra-curricular Performing Arts Schools worldwide, Stagecoach aims to make a difference in its students’ lives by teaching Creative Courage for Life and many children have gone on to study and work in Performing Arts from blockbuster films to countless roles in local theatre productions.

Above: Stagecoach Kendal and Lancaster Students on stage at Disneyland Parisplaceholder image
Above: Stagecoach Kendal and Lancaster Students on stage at Disneyland Paris

For more information about Stagecoach Kendal or Lancaster please email [email protected] or [email protected], visit www.stagecoach.co.uk/kendal or www.stagecoach.co.uk/lancaster or call Principal Ann-Marie White on 01539 730849.

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