Rooftop Studios has raised an impressive £1,364 for BBC Children in Need following two weeks of energetic fundraising activities. Pupils and families at both the Leek and Stonestudios threw themselves into the fun with pyjama dance classes, bring-a-friend sessions, raffles, cake stalls, a special visit from Pudsey Bear, and by taking part in The Performers Project annual Tapathon. Studio Director Laura Keeling said she was delighted with the result:“Children in Need is always a highlight of our year, and we’re incredibly proud of the enthusiasm and generosity shown by

secured his first professional lead role this festive season. James, who trained at Rooftop Studios from the age of 4 and left two years ago to pursue full-time vocational training, is now in his third year at Laine Theatre Arts – one of the UK’s top performing arts colleges. This Christmas, he will take to the stage as Dandini in Cinderella at The Chequer Mead Theatre in East Grinstead; marking a major milestone in his journey toward a professional stage career. Studio director Laura Keeling says: “We’re so proud of