CTC Academy
CTC Academy meets weekly during school term time providing young people aged 3-18 years with the opportunity to experience all aspects of performance.
CTC has something for everyone from the budding performers who love to ACT, SING and DANCE to those who enjoy making new friends and gaining confidence.
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The CTC was founded by Bridie Horne in 2009 and has earned its reputation as one of the finest training centres in the East of England.
EXCELLENCE
We are committed to striving for excellence and professionalism in all that we do to inspire and motivate our students.
TALENT
We are committed to nurturing talent to enable all of our students to be the best they can be, as performers and as young people.
HAPPINESS
We are committed to creating a fun and safe environment that our students are proud to be a part of.
ORIGINALITY
We are committed to embracing and celebrating the individuality of each and every one of our students.
SIDE BY SIDE
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse company where students feel supported and part of the CTC family.
CTC Foundation
CTC offers an affordable, innovative and triple threat one-year full-time course in Musical Theatre for ages 16–24 years with 100% student success!
The course offers optional LAMDA qualifications with a maximum of 126 UCAS points and student pathways to make sure you get the training you need.
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CLOSECTC Management
Founded in 2013, CTC Management seeks worthwhile opportunities across all entertainment platforms for children and young adults.
We have fantastic working relationships with a number of prolific UK and international casting directors and agencies.
Our agency is highly regarded in the industry because we nurture talent and are selective.
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CLOSECTC Studios
CTC Studios are based in Needham Market providing a modern, vibrant and professional training hub fully equipped for the specific needs of the Performing Arts.
With sprung flooring, Sonos surround sound, costume and props store, a scenic workshop, floor to ceiling mirrors and windows; the space is uniquely fresh and inviting.
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Past Productions
The CTC have performed over 25 award-winning musical productions since 2009 in local theatres including The Apex, New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich Corn Exchange and the Seckford Theatre.
Musicals have included Les Miserables, Jesus Christ Superstar, Bugsy Malone, Cats, Annie JR, Hairspray and many more.
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NODA’S President Cup 2019
Best Production & Society in the UK
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
NODA’s Councillor Cup 2017
Best Choreography & Musical Staging in the East
SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
NODA’S Best Youth Production
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (2019)
LES MISERABLES (2018)
SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS (2017)
CATS (2016)
JOSEPH & HIS AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT (2015)
GREASE (2014)
NODA’s Best Young Performer
JOSH GIBBONS (2019)
SAM BROWN (2016)
CHLOE BROWN (2014)
MAIA ELSEY (2013)
CLOSECTC Patrons
RUTHIE HENSHALL
“When I first saw CTC perform I couldn’t believe these were all local school kids doing this in their spare time. The quality of the production and the talent of the children was fantastic. They are being taught with such passion and it shows. I am delighted and proud to be their patron and I salute Bridie for all she is doing to inspire and train the next generation of theatre talent so brilliantly.”
ZOE TYLER
“It is my complete pleasure to be patron of the CTC. Their wonderful work continues to promote talent in our industry, with utter passion and determination. Having had the pleasure of coaching these wonderful young people many times just adds to my pride of being Patron alongside the gorgeous Ruthie Henshall”
CLOSEAlumni
We currently have CTC Alumni training at top Performing Arts Colleges all across the UK including Arts Ed, Bird, East 15, Laine, Mountview, TBA and Urdang.
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