West End legend Ruthie Henshall will be opening a new drama school, CAST, in Bury St Edmunds from September 2023, offering three year training.

Supported by industry figures including composer Claude-Michel Schönberg and choreographer Stephen Mear, the course will offer students a diploma in musical theatre industry preparation, with Schönberg committed to running termly, in-person masterclasses.

With a focus on singing, acting and dancing alongside other developmental skills needed to succeed within the industry, the course will also train students in self-management, working as a freelancer and managing social media.

There will be 25 places available each year, with fees priced at £10,000 annually.  

CAST will accept applications from students worldwide here, with application fees temporarily waived.