Theatrix Theatre Company continues to be a popular dance and performing arts company.
We provide a variety of dance disciplines; Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz, Lyrical, Irish, Acro, Commercial, Contemporary, Bollywood and Hoop Dancing. Singing and musical theatre is also taught in the school. We teach the students the required technique and strategies used in performing arts.
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We aim to create an environment where everybody feels they are an important aspect to the school, as well as making sure all students excel, regardless of gender, race, class, ability, or disability.
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Theatrix has their very own competition and performance team, where they have performed at the Liverpool M&S Bank Arena twice for the Can You Dance Convention, and the Ultimate Dance Showcase UK. Move It Dance in London has been a popular trip of ours to take the students on, where they take part in different workshops with top choreographers, as well as watching professional dancers on stage.
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Our school is proud to be part of the British Theatre Dance Association, where we have their examiners come to our school for us to show them our hard work and determination. This includes optional accredited examinations and medal tests. We organise shows held at a a variety of different places, including the Gaiety Theatre.
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45 minute lessons: £6.50
60 minute lessons: £7 (£8.50 for Preparatory Ballet and Tap class)
90 minute lessons: £9
The Islanders: £13.50 a week
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There is family discount and students who attend 3 or more lessons per week will have 20% taken off their monthly payments.
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Private lessons are charged depending on the teacher.
Please see Terms and Conditions for more information on payments.
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Theatrix is the school for you, whether its preparing for performing arts schools, training as teachers, or simply to enjoy taking part in lessons!
Our Team
Caitlin Cowin
Principal and Dance Teacher
Caitlin is a registered Teacher with the British Theatre Dance Association, teaching Classical Ballet, Tap, Acro, Primary Musical Theatre, Modern Jazz and Lyrical. She has been part of Theatrix since she was 3 years old starting with Ballet and Tap and started teaching in 2017 with Theatrix. Caitlin has also completed an online diploma in Exercise and Physiology, as well as an Open University Level 2 course in Exercise and Mental Health.
Susannah Maybury
Former Principal and Current Teacher
Susannah has taught in the Performing Arts industry for over 40 years. Her initial training was with the Sandra Patmore School in Watford, followed by London Studio Centre, an industry leader in dance and theatre training. She runs a dance pre-school under the name of 'Little Acorns', as well as setting up an all-inclusive dance school 'Skianagh' (Winged Creature).
Sophie Linham
Contemporary and Commercial Teacher. The Islanders Competition and Performance Team Teacher
Sophie has spent the last three years studying for a BA (Hons) in Dance where she gained a 1st class degree. During her time at university she gained experience in performing, choreographing, teaching, presenting, writing and researching, as well as building her technique to a professional standard in disciplines including ballet, contemporary, jazz, capoeira, flamenco, circus, bharatanatyam, Pilates, yoga, PBT, body conditioning etc. Sophie has enjoyed being part of intensive programs at her time there working with well known contemporary choreographers including Beth Payton and Laura Vanhulle, these have been curtain raisers for well known artists. Before leaving for uni she obtained intermediate in my ISTD ballet and had experience performing in dance conventions as well as at more local shows. Before deciding Sophie wanted to dance full time, she represented the island in competitive swimming where she’d train 9 times per week. This was something she absolutely loved and still enjoy now. Sophie is also a type one diabetic so feels teaching is a great platform for people like herself to inspire younger generations in the same position. She was lucky enough to be able to work on a 15 minute piece of choreography about the disease for her dissertation where she also gained a first. It was exciting to be able to talk about this with Diabetes UK. Sophie absolutely loves performing or choreographing to perform, and in turn helping people find their passion for dance. Sophie is also involved with teaching The Islanders Team, training our students for performances and competitions on and off island.
Stacie Murphy
Singing Teacher
Stacie has been classically trained and regularly performs around the island. Her skills and enthusiasm enable our students of all ages to feel confident in their abilities and produce work of an excellent standard. Stacie is aiming to start up her own private Singing lessons outside of the school.
Ruth Barnes
Musical Theatre Teacher
Ruth has been in the performing arts industry through acting, dancing, musical theatre, and modelling since the age of 9. She has trained and worked for the ISTD before working at the East Kent College as Programme Manager for Performing Arts and Music up to HND Level for 15 years whilst continuing a professional career as a choreographer and performer. During this time, Ruth has also been an EV for BTEC and senior examiner for AQA Dance AS Level. Since being on the island she has choreographed Annie and Sweet Charity, as well as being on the committee for the MNDC and Yn Draamey. Most recently she has been appointed as Drama Lead for Kensington Arts Centre running weekly drama sessions and holiday clubs.
Caroline Mulligan
Supply Teacher and Senior Ballet Student
Caroline trained at Theatrix Theatre School since she was 10 and went on to gain a BA Hons in Performing Arts at De Montfort University, Leicester. Caroline moved back to the Island after she graduated in 2007 and has continued on and off with dance at Theatrix. She is a very popular Commercial and Contemporary at the Youth Arts Centre. After having her two children she is now working towards her teachers qualification with British Theatre Dance Association.
Anumeha Kumar
Bollywood Dance Teacher
Anu was born and brought up in India, moving to the Isle Of Man in May 2015. She has taught Bollywood dance in India, Jersey and the Isle of Man for festivals and cultural events. She describes Bollywood as a great part of her. The music and dance gives her the 'freedom to express and have fun at the same time'.
Claire Bader
Hoop Dance Teacher
Claire has been connected with the international hooping community for over 10 years having worked, lived and hooped in a number of countries. She is currently chair of Performers Without Borders an international charity focusing on bringing social circus to disadvantaged children. She returned home to the island in 2018 and can be regularly seen spinning her hoops with other circus skills performers on the island. She has recently undertaken the Hoop Love Coaching course to add to her skills in sharing her hoop passion.
Claire sees hooping as a way to improve physical and mental wellbeing, as it provides a fun and creative way to explore movement and energy in your body and other areas of your life. The hoop class will be a 'beginners and beyond' bringing in 'on and off body' techniques.
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"If you have ever picked up a hoop in the playground or festival, or have a weighted exercise hoop at home, come along!"
Matthew (Shuie) Wynne-Smythe
Irish Dance Student Teacher
Shuie started coming to Theatrix when he was just 4 years old. Ever since then he has had a passion for dance, specifically Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, and his favourite being Irish. He has competed as well as performed in Irish dance. Another style he has started in more recent years is Musical Theatre, where he is preparing of this Grade 5.
Uniforms
We have our very own Theatrix branded uniform via The Print Shed IOM:
https://theprintshediom.com/product-category/theatrix/
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Ballet uniform requires a purple leotard and skirt for Pre-preparatory to Grade 2 and a black leotard for Grade 3 and upwards, or the Theatrix leotard and ballet tights. To order uniform please speak to Caitlin.
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Hair must be up for all lessons. Contact your teacher for correct footwear.
Nobody cares if you can't dance well. Just get up and dance. Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they are great because of their passion.
Martha Graham
Terms and Conditions
ATTENDANCE AT CLASSES CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS & CONDITIONS
BEHAVIOUR AND RESPECT
Theatrix students are required to show respect and consideration to their tutors and each other. It is an integral part of the school ethos to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone to enjoy.
Any disruptive or unreasonable behaviour will be reported to parents in the first instance. We are a fair and tolerant school, and will work with parents/students to resolve any underlying issues, however, persistent bad behaviour or behaviour that we feel is detrimental to the school, our staff or other students will result in that student being asked to leave classes.
UNIFORM & BELONGINGS
There is a compulsory Theatrix school uniform for all disciplines. Uniform must be worn at all classes, with additional track suit through the cold months. Required footwear is compulsory. Please make sure that all uniform and shoes are clearly marked with your child’s name, otherwise mislaid items of clothing cannot be identified. We ask that students do not bring cash or valuables to classes, as Theatrix cannot be held responsible for the loss of any personal items or possessions. Jewellery should not be worn. Stud earrings are acceptable, but must be removed for examinations.  Let me know if you need any uniform.
LEAVING SCHOOL PREMISES
Please advise us in advance, preferably by email or text, if you have asked any other adult to collect your child. To comply with Health & Safety regulations, any student who needs to leave classes early must inform their tutor or a member of staff on the day so that they can be marked off the register, (even if prior notice has been given to the Principal).  This applies to all age groups.
CONTACT DETAILS
Please ensure we are kept up to date with contact details for all parents and guardians. In the event of a student becoming ill or needing medical attention we will contact parents or emergency contact numbers. If we are unable to contact an appropriate adult we will seek medical attention as we judge appropriate.  Please make sure we are kept up to date with any necessary medical information.
PAYMENTS
30-45 minute lessons are £6.50 each.
1 hour lessons are £7.
1.5 hour lessons are £9 (exc. The Islanders)
The Islanders £13.50 a week.
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Lesson payments are only accepted through direct debit (unless arranged otherwise), and are now made termly.
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If a students attends 3 or more lessons per week, they will receive 20% off their monthly payments.
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Late payments will result in a £10 increase for the next month/term fees.
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REFUNDS:
Please note there are NO refunds for any student who misses dance lessons or anyone who chooses to stop lessons before the next payment is due.
If a teacher has had to cancel a lesson, an extra lesson will be arranged to make up the missed time.
PHOTOGRAPHY
A permission form for photos or videos are required to be filled out and signed. A parent or guardian of a child under 18 will be responsible for signing this form.
Contact Us
Get in touch with us today to learn more about our performance schedule, events and work.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday lessons take place at St. Matthew's Church, North Quay, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM1 4LB
Thursday lessons take place at Promenade Methodist Church, Douglas, Isle Of Man, IM2 3DQ
07624423623
