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Performing Arts
YMCA Digital works with young singers, dancers and actors to develop their talents and give them opportunities to showcase what they can do within their communities.

Behind every good performance is hours of planning, preparation and hard work. Young people who work with us know what it takes to put on a quality show and understand that the more you put into something, the more you get out of it.

We celebrate the achievements of all our performers, whether they have sang on stage for the first time, or brought down the house with a show-stopping number.

It’s not about who’s the best performer, it’s about the effort you put in and the support you give to others – wherever you’re at, our Performing Arts team is ready to take you to the next level.
Singing
Learn how to pop and lock with the best of them. Create your own routines and perform for live audiences. Whether you’ve got you ‘teapot’ down to a fine art, or you’re just starting out, we’ll help you find your swagger!
 
Our speciality is working on small plays featuring a few actors, so everyone taking part has the chance to really shine. Work from established scripts or devise your own piece – it’s up to you
  
Learn how to warm up your voice, project and hit the right note every time. Want to know how to create stunning harmonies or crowd pleasing ‘mash ups’ Glee style? We’ll show you how.

Events              
         

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Home Grown Talent Showcase...

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Games, competitions, music, sweets, drama, sports, dance, singing, prizes and a load of fun will be exploding out of the brand new Kids Club being held at Aspley Community and Training Centre. The YMCA youth services team will open the doors at 4:30pm until 5:30pm every Wednesday during term time, to children in school years 3-6 from Aspley and the surrounding areas. Entry is ﾣ2 and spaces...


Young People Involved

Jo Jones
I trained as a dance and drama tutor in Bedford, and then went on to train as a Youth Justice Worker in Nottingham. I have professional experience in modelling, acting and have managed stage and dance schools. I enjoy working with challenging young people and watching good movies whilst eating Chicken Korma with a Peshwari Naan. ...


Featured Media            
         

Matt's film
A funny short story about a driver who is arrested for drinking water. Created by Matt from Foundation Learning 2010/2011 and featuring the Foundation Learning group and YMCA staff....

Lucy's animation
A short animation created by a learner on the Foundation Learning course 2010/2011. Using IStopMotion and hand-made plasticine models, these animations took over an hour to capture the photos alone! This story is about a mouse and his cheese. Enjoy......

Josh's animation
A short animation created by a learner on the Foundation Learning course 2010/2011. Using IStopMotion and hand-made plasticine models, these animations took over an hour to capture the photos alone! This story sees a 'India Jones' type character run away from a falling rock in a cave. ...

Zenani's music video 'Ave Maria'
Zenani, a talented singer from The People People Performing Arts Club in Aspley, sings one of her favourite songs in preparation for the regional final of Open Mic UK. ...

Zenani's music video 'Make you feel my love'
Zenani, a talented singer from The People People Performing Arts Club in Aspley, sings one of her favourite songs in preparation for the regional final of Open Mic UK. ...

Aspley Skank
YMCA's performing arts club in Aspley, the 'People People', were learning how to use the software IStopMotion during their summer stage school and put this funny little video together. Enjoy :)...

People People Dance Summer 2011
After a dance workshop, the performing arts girls put together a short video showing off some of their moves and the routine they were learning. ...

Above and Beyond - Physical Theatre
Young people in the Ashfield area took to the stage to create a number of improvised and scripted performances for the local community this summer. Over 20 budding performers showcased their talents during the workshops in dance, drama and singing. The stage school was funded by Sutton Police and Thomas Farr Charity. ...

Above and Beyond - Gorilla on the loose
Young people in the Ashfield area took to the stage to create a number of improvised and scripted performances for the local community this summer. Over 20 budding performers showcased their talents during the workshops in dance, drama and singing. The stage school was funded by Sutton Police and Thomas Farr Charity. ...

Above and Beyond - Black and White Movie
Young people in the Ashfield area took to the stage to create a number of improvised and scripted performances for the local community this summer. Over 20 budding performers showcased their talents during the workshops in dance, drama and singing. The stage school was funded by Sutton Police and Thomas Farr Charity. ...

Above and Beyond - The dance
Young people in the Ashfield area took to the stage to create a number of improvised and scripted performances for the local community this summer. Over 20 budding performers showcased their talents during the workshops in dance, drama and singing. The stage school was funded by Sutton Police and Thomas Farr Charity. ...

Agony Aunt Issues - self harm
Young people at the YMCA stage school in Aspley identified issues relevant to young people today and created some short films exploring these issues and the different ways to find help. ...

Yummy Mummies
Young mums from Newstead performing at a local Sure Start event. August 2011. ...

Lucy's film
A funny short story about two boys who get sucked into their game. Created by Lucy from Foundation Learning 2010/2011 and featuring the Foundation Learning group and YMCA staff....

Josh's film
In a world where paperclips are in short supply, people begin to deal them underground... Created by Josh from Foundation Learning 2010/2011 and featuring the Foundation Learning group and YMCA staff....

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