At Rooftop Studios, we have always believed that dance offers benefits far beyond the steps learned in the studio – and a recent BBC Future article has explored just how powerful even a few minutes of movement can be. The article looks at research suggesting that dancing can improve concentration, encourage creativity, lift our mood and help us feel more energised. Remarkably, some of these benefits may be felt after a dance break lasting just five minutes. One study involving schoolchildren found that a five-minute group dance activity positively

More than 40 young performers from Rooftop Studios enjoyed an unforgettable day of training when West End star Laura Pyatt returned to the Stone studio where her own performing journey first began. Laura, who played Anne Boleyn in the UK and International Tour of SIX, came back to Rooftop Studios to lead a special Queen-inspired masterclass, sharing her experience of life in the professional theatre industry and working with students on performance skills, choreography and confidence building. The workshop was attended by over 40 students from the Staffordshire performing

We're launching brand-new early years programme designed to inspire confidence, creativity and movement in young children at our Stone studio this spring. Rooftots – an exciting new series of weekly classes for children aged 3–6, will start after the Easter holidays. Blending dance, acrobatics, circus skills and performance into one engaging programme, Rooftots offers a fresh alternative to traditional toddler groups or single-discipline classes. Each session is designed to feel fun, energetic and confidence-building, while gently introducing children to performing from an early age. Rather than focusing on strict structure,

We are thrilled to welcome Laura Pyatt, who played Anne Boleyn in the UK and International Tour of SIX, back to Rooftop Studios for a special masterclass on 19th April 2026. Laura’s visit is particularly meaningful for the studio as she began her own performing journey as a student at Rooftop Studios, before going on to train at the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts and build a successful professional career in musical theatre. This exciting workshop will give young performers the opportunity to train with a professional who

It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of show season – the lights, the costumes, the buzz of performing. But what really sets a great performer apart isn’t just the roles they play… it’s the training they commit to week in, week out. At Rooftop Studios’ Stage Academy, our Saturday sessions focus on building skills in acting, singing and dance – the vital foundations that make all the difference when it comes to landing roles, delivering standout performances and ultimately, progressing toward a professional caree Led by

Our street dance teams had an incredible day of success at the Calling You Out Dance Competition in Liverpool on Sunday 8 March, bringing home an impressive collection of trophies and medals. Two teams from each of our Stone and Leek studios competed across a range of categories including team performances, solos and duos. Our street teams – RT Rascals, RT Rebels, RTG and RTK – delivered outstanding performances on stage, with every team securing first place in their category. There were also fantastic individual results, with a number

Young performers from Rooftop Studios’ Stage Academy are preparing to raise the roof at The Crown Wharf Theatre, Stone, with their latest production – the high-energy hit musical We Will Rock You. Running from Tuesday 17th to Saturday 21st March 2026, the show features a talented cast of local students aged 7–18, who train each week in Rooftop’s Saturday Stage Academy – a specialist class combining acting, singing and dance. Featuring iconic music from Queen, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Don’t Stop Me Now, Radio Ga Ga and We Are the

At Rooftop Studios, one of the most rewarding parts of what we do is watching our students grow from enthusiastic young performers into confident professionals — and we’re incredibly proud to share the latest success story from former Rooftop student Cassidy Kempton-Lindsay. Cassidy has recently secured a professional dance contract with Royal Caribbean International, performing onboard Utopia of the Seas. Following a successful audition process, she will fly to Miami in early April to begin rehearsals, before setting sail around the Caribbean in May. Her contract will see

On Sunday 18th January we welcomed more than 60 young performers to an exclusive Wicked workshop led by professional dancer Myles Newland, which proved hugely popular with both students and parents alike. The workshop ran across two intensive two-hour sessions, welcoming dancers aged 7–10 and 11–18 respectively, and gave participants a rare opportunity to train with a performer currently working at the highest level of the industry. Myles, who features as a dancer in the hit film Wicked: For Good, brought real West End experience to the studio

Stone performing arts school Rooftop Studios is excited to announce that a limited number of places have been released to non-students for a special ‘Wicked’ dance workshop with acclaimed performer Myles Newland on Sunday 18th January. Myles appears in the new hit movie Wicked: For Good and will be bringing West End magic to Stone as he teaches choreography inspired by the musical, alongside hosting a Q&A session giving young performers a unique opportunity to hear insights from the professional industry. In addition to his work with Wicked, Myles’