FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Do you offer a trial lesson?
We offer a 2-week trial session at £15 per child. You can book a trial at any time of year, as we always welcome new students (spaces permitting). To book your child’s two week trial, simply click the link below and select your referred class from our weekly class programme.
https://www.livewiretheatreco.com/book-a-class/
Please note that trial sessions are not available for 1:1 singing lessons.
2. How much do classes cost?
Private Singing Lessons - £60 per month
1 Hour Drama & MT Classes - £32 per month
1.5 Hour Drama & MT Classes - £35 per month
1 Hour Street Dance Classes - £30 per month
3. How do I enroll my child?
All members wishing to secure a place at weekly classes, must subscribe to the monthly subscription via the ‘Class For Kids’ booking system. https://www.livewiretheatreco.com/book-a-class/
Alternatively, you can subscribe via the invite link which will be emailed to you after your child completes their two-week trial session.
4. Is there a joining fee?
There is a £30.00 joining fee for all new members, which will be added to the first subscription payment. This covers administrative costs associated with new memberships. There are no hidden fees.
5. Is there a membership fee?
From 1st November 2024, there will be an annual membership fee of £20.00 per child applied to all subscriptions. This is an administrative fee to include all necessary insurance, licenses and staff training which aren’t covered in class costs. This will not be applied to members who joined between 1st August 2024 and 31st Oct 2024.
6. Will my child perform in a show?
All Livewire students will be invited to participate in numerous performances throughout the course of the year. Each branch will have a Christmas Showcase in December, and a Summer Showcase in June. Occasionally, students may also be invited to participate in local festivals, parades and performances.
7. How do I know if classes are on holiday?
Class calendars are available in the Parent Portal of the website (see ‘How do I access the Parent Portal?’). Please note that classes may run during school holidays, therefore we strongly encourage keeping a hard copy of your child’s class calendars to hand.
8. How do I access the parent portal?
Visit: https://www.livewiretheatreco.com/parent-portal/ and enter the password provided in the Welcome Email after subscribing to classes.
9. How do I update my card details?
- Log into your Class for Kids Parent’s Dashboard: https://account.classforkids.io
- Click ‘Monthly Class Payments’
- Add your new card details to your Class For Kids account
10. How do I purchase a uniform?
The Livewire Theatre Co class uniform is available to purchase via our online shop however, this is not essential until you have subscribed to our weekly programme. We strongly encourage all students in programme to wear a Livewire T-Shirt at a minimum. Leggings/jogging trousers and hooded jumpers are also recommended. To browse our online shop please visit: https://www.livewiretheatreco.co/livewire-clothing/
11. What footwear should be worn?
All drama and Musical Theatre students must wear black jazz shoes in class and for all performances. Indoor trainers should be worn for all Street Dance classes.
12. What if I lose my child's script?
All Drama & Musical Theatre scripts are available to print from the Parent Portal of our website (see ‘How do I access the Parent’s Portal?’).
13. Is there a costume hire fee?
All costumes for performances consist of items which students will either already own or can be sourced inexpensively. Costume Guides for all Drama & Musical Theatre classes can be found in the Parent’s Portal of our website. Costume Guides will also be emailed directly to all parents in advance of their child’s performance.
14. How will my child benefit from attending class?
All of our weekly class programmes are designed to increase confidence, self-expression, creativity and teamwork which we believe are vital skills in tackling some of the challenges that children are faced with in everyday life. Children will acquire the outlined skills through the medium of drama and musical theatre activities and processes, and we guarantee that you will notice your child applying these skills to aid their self-development in varying contexts from schoolwork to socialising. Ultimately, your child will develop strengths in all aspects of theatre performance and street dance technique, will meet lots of new friends and make unforgettable memories!
15. Where can I find dates for showcases and other events?
Our Events and Performances Schedule is available to access from the Parent Portal of our website (see ‘How do I access the Parent Portal?’).
16. How can I stay up to date with what is happening in livewire?
To see regular updates about all of the fun things happening at Livewire Theatre Co, please follow us on our social media platforms:
Instagram: @livewiretheatreco
Facebook: Livewire Theatre Company
You will also receive a monthly newsletter to keep you up to date with all of our events, performances, and classes.
17. How do I book a livewire party?
To enquire about our ‘Home Party’ and ‘Studio Party’ packages, simply drop us an email and a member of the team will be in touch: [email protected]
For more information on what our parties include, please visit the “Parties’ page on our website: https://www.livewiretheatreco.com/parties/
18. How do I cancel my subscription and what is the notice period?
The termination period for monthly subscriptions is four weeks (one calendar month). This means that notice to terminate a subscription must be given on or before the 1st of the month to prevent one final further payment being processed. Your child will be entitled to attend their scheduled classes until the end of the month/payment term.
Notice to terminate your subscription should be given by email:
[email protected]
At Livewire Theatre Co, our friendly and experienced teaching team strive to ensure that students make consistent progress at weekly classes. We provide a fun, safe and supportive environment where our aim is to build confidence, foster new friendships, develop skills in performing arts and support young people to freely express themselves, helping them to meet their maximum creative potential.
We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service where we greatly value our pupils' families time! We continually strive to ensure that your experience is easy and hassle-free, from booking classes and holiday camps to your child being involved in our productions! We are exceptionally proud of the thriving theatre school that we have built and the opportunities, invaluable experiences and unforgettable memories that it offers young people!
Nikki McCabe, Director
Our girls both attended Livewire for over 10 years, since they were 3 & 5 years old. The experiences they have gained during this time have been invaluable. They performed in The Palace Theatre, were involved in all aspects of musical theatre & dance, gained self confidence & self worth which will stay with them forever. Even during lockdown Wednesday night was still Livewire night! They have both gone on to become helpers with the junior classes. But the biggest take away from attending Livewire has been the fun they have had! We would wholeheartedly recommend Livewire!
- David & Victoria McAulay
For more info or to book any of our classes, parties or camps, don't hesitate to get in touch and a member of the team will be happy to help!