Ben Johnson Creatives

West-End Kids starts back again today!🙌🏼

I run weekly Musical Theatre group here in Kettering, every Friday from 4:30-5:30pm.

These 1hr classes are for any child interested in singing, dancing and acting, along with performance training and skill building.

We have such fun each week and at the end of every term, we invite parents and carers to come and watch a mini sharing showcase.

I have spaces available and I’m looking to increase the size of this class so, if you know anyone that may be interested, please share this post!✨🎭

Preparations for ‘9-5: The Musical’ kickstart next week with the auditions. Looking forward to working on this fun and exciting musical. ⏰🎶

Thanks for a super fun night ⚡️
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Some absolutely fantastic vocals in this cast…special mention to who was just stunning and to for creativity and ideas that break the mould.

Lights, Camera, Action;
Disney’s Beauty and The Beast 🥀
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Working throughout the night until sunrise, .preetuppal and I transformed the stage into a magical kingdom. 🏰✨Always an absolute pleasure creating magic with you Jasi 🖤
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🚥 .india
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After picking out the fabrics back in August, it was such a delight to finally see my costume designs and vision come to life, thanks to the phenomenally talented in-house wardrobe and costume department at .
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The dedicated time and craftsmanship that has gone into each and every one of these 170+ costumes is overwhelmingly impressive. I am truly grateful.
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One step closer! A few more sequins here and there and we are ready to sparkle.✨
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Final week of Disney’s ‘Beauty and The Beast’ rehearsals seen through the lenses of , and 📸🥀
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Tomorrow kickstarts a new year, a new company and two new shows. Let’s go! ✨🎭
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‘West End Kids’ is BACK!
With our Friday classes resuming from November, enrolment has begun!
If you have, or know of a young person that would love to be involved, get in touch! ✨🎭
Each week, we work on a musical number - focussing on dance, singing and acting through song!
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Midweek treat, catching at Royal and Derngate, Northampton. 🎭
Sadly, due to technical difficulties, the show halted indefinitely after Act 1. However, was a delight and I really hope that the cast and crew are all safe and well.
Thanks for the treat 💕

What an absolute treat this was. I rarely go see a show without doing my research but this was so worth it.
From the minute you step into you are immersed within the trending theme of . From the artwork and background music, through to the drink choices, you just can’t escape the boyband mania…and we didn’t want to!

The storyline, the casting (Lottie Hines), the score (), the choreography (), the vocals and the production/visuals ( .hhy ) are a breath of fresh air. So current, diverse, relatable, inspiring and uplifting. Moments of pure beauty and vulnerability paired with moments of genuine belly-laughs!

proves to be a triple threat as the writer, composer and lyricist of this refreshing production.
has such a creative vision which seriously elevates this show to another level.
brought the sass and comedy.
served riffs galore.
has pipes that could seduce anyone and anything.
Jasmine Elcock breathes so much life into this show - a truly organic performance.

Do try and catch it before it closes on August 24th - I wish I could see it again!

If you can get yourself to a theatre and see and his beautiful show ‘My Son’s A Queer’, please do!

This isn’t just a show; it’s a dazzling, soul-healing journey. It was like a bloody brilliant therapy session with an emotive score and bursting with sequins, bubbles, lights, and pyrotechnics.

Well done Rob - your story helps so many of us to celebrate and accept our own!x

Super excited to be offering a 2-Day Musical Theatre Workshop at on Monday 19th - Tuesday 20th August.
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Led by me, this two-day workshop is an opportunity for young people to develop their skills, make new friends and have fun. During these two days, you’ll enhance singing, acting and dancing skills, culminating in a final performance to friends, family and carers at Curve!
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Those joining the workshop will be part of a Musical Medley Showcase featuring songs from;

👛Legally Blonde
🇺🇸Hamilton
🙏🏼Sister Act
💈Hairspray
✨Prom
🎪The Greatest Showman
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We are talking high-energy, camp and a whole lot of fun! For more information, just head to website and look for courses OR simply type ‘Curve Musical Theatre Workshop’ into your search engine!

Let’s go! Over the last 13 weeks, I’ve been working with a handful of young people within the heart of Leicester’s community, in partnership with and 📍🎭
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Throughout this project, the YP and I have delved into themes such as mental health; diversity and inclusivity; breaking stereotypes; and inspirational trailblazers.👊🏼
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These themes were taken and used as a catalyst for our sharing showcase; elements of musical theatre, spoken word, dance, creative writing and music composition!
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This project has exemplified the incredible power of the arts and how they uplift and enrich individuals and communities. I’ve loved watching these young people’s self-confidence and belief flourish and seeing new friendships and interests unfold.

Another day, another show! This time, it’s the amazing drama students from 🎭and their stage debut at with an original show titled ‘Pieces’ 🙌🏼 Bravo! Smashed it!

More than just a ‘singular sensation’. Hats off to and 🎩
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Special mention to for the fantastic costumes and for some of the most amazing and breathtaking lighting design I’ve ever witnessed. A visual spectacle and masterpiece.
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Mic drop 🎤👊🏼
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A week of madness! Two shows with two incredible casts.

First up, we had ‘Through The Decades In Musicals’; a concept I produced and directed in celebration of musicals throughout the decades. They SMASHED it.

Next, we had my baby; ‘Big Fish’. This story has been a big part of my life since I saw the film back in 2003, so to bring this narrative alive on stage was a moment for me. It is always such a thrill when you see your vision come to life; from stage direction, costumes and lighting design. Blessed to have worked with such an enthusiastic, talented, hard-working cast who took direction and inspired audience members with their captivating storytelling.
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Bravo to everyone involved within both shows. ✨🎭

Tech moments at Curve.
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These superstars brought the sass for our sharing this afternoon! Well done girls, you sparkled!
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‘West-End Kids’ (8-13yrs) Musical Theatre classes in Kettering continue every Friday from 4:30pm-5:30pm. If you’re interested in your child joining, there are places available for next term! ✨🎶🎭
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Such innovative staging, lighting, sound and SFX 👌🏻

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👀🐟🎶🎭…June 2024

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Was a pleasure working with yesterday as a guest director for CYCC Act’s production rehearsals of ‘FACE’.