24 May 2016

Citroen Showroom Transformed Into A Performance Space

The Howards Motor Group Citroen dealership in Weston-super-Mare was transformed on Thursday the 19th of May. It was turned into a colourful performance space for the Churchill Academy Xpression Production Company, where they performed their end of year Variety Show.

The Year 13 BTEC Performing Arts students delivered a mixture of entertainment, including a rap medley, performance poetry, acapella group singing, musical theatre, stand up comedy and dance. Hosted by students Elliot Scott and Matt Hogg, the evening also saw a couple of pieces from the upcoming Year 12 BTEC Performing Arts group which included Breaking Mad’s production of We Will Rock You.

The venue, show, performance and marketing were all created and put together by members from Xpression, which will be included in their final assessment. They also worked closely with partners from the Howards Citroen dealership.

The show was a huge success with over 80 people attending. Guests sat in tables of 10 provided by the Grand Pier, and Danaa Indian Eatery in Weston-super-Mare provided an impressive selection of main courses with, rice and breads. At the event, was also a licenced bar set up by Churchill Academy, and in total with teachers and performers around 100 people were are the event.

Symon Buckley, Head of Performing arts At Churchill Academy said “This opportunity gave the students a valuable insight into the pathway of producing a professional event, especially in such a unique and innovative venue as a car showroom. Speaking on behalf of the Performing Arts staff, the students did Churchill proud, not just for this event, but throughout the two years of their BTEC studies.”

Chris Hildrew, Head teacher said “It was a fitting way to mark the final performance in school of Year 13 students who have given so much to Performing Arts at the Academy over the years; their commitment, talent and can-do attitude has set the standard for others to follow.”