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Student Welfare
The College has access to a private medical scheme for schools, which is available to students under 18 years of age. We recommend dance specific chartered physiotherapists practising in the area, and we also can refer cases to a London consultant. Regular visits from nutritionists, sports therapists and physiotherapists enable staff and students to keep abreast of current trends and developments.
Accommodation Information
Some students commute, by train to Bedford Mainline Station, which is a five-minute walk from the College, or by car. Most students rent flats and houses in the area, and the College has forged links with local estate agents in order to provide ample provision. The college has been working with Jayne Beard Estate Agents in Bedford since 2003 and highly recommends their services. You can access their website here: www.jaynebeard.co.uk/
Pastoral Care
The College has two designated Welfare Officers, who are always on hand to discuss any problems a student may have. If a problem needs referring to a practitioner of any kind, the College has many contacts and sources.
Students' Comments:
Jennifer (Elodie) Lawrence 2010 graduate
When I auditioned for Stella Mann I immediately felt it was the college for me! I loved my 3 years, I was given so many performance opportunities from Move It exhibition to a lead role in the college musical. The teachers helped me develop into a confident performer not only by pushing for technique in class but by also being supportive mentors. I am so happy to of been part of the Stella Mann family for 3 years, I have left with the determination, technique and drive to succeed in the industry!
Megan Dowell 2010 graduate
As soon as I arrived at Stella Mann I felt welcome, encouraged and supported and I left any nervousness behind. The college saw potential and the DADA enabled me to train to do what I most want to do – Perform. The 3 year course has improved my confidence in singing and acting and I have been encouraged to stretch myself in all aspects of dance. During the 3 years I have worked hard and enjoyed everything I have achieved with the help of the college staff. I feel fully equipped to attend auditions with confidence that I have excellent training behind me.
Daniel Harrison 2010 graduate
Since going to the Stella Mann summer school when I was 15 I knew from then that it was the place I wanted to be for my training. And I was right in my choosing! From when I joined as an unconfident 18 year old lad not knowing what I wanted, I left as a confident man ready for the industry in the big wide world knowing exactly what I wanted. The college provides great training with plenty of opportunities performing on stage. They have a range of teachers who have done various fantastic jobs who have passed on their knowledge. The best 3 years of my life!
Effie McGuire Ward 2009 graduate
I think that my time at Stella Mann College really allowed me to thrive and develop both as a performer and on a personal level. It was definitely beneficial to be working within a rather intimate community because you never felt like just another number on a list - instead we were given support and encouragement on a very individual basis. For me this was invaluable as I felt that my eyes were opened to the range of performing prospects that I should consider and I realised that I had an affinity for contemporary dance....Stella Mann provided me with the springboard to go on to pursue contemporary further and for this I am exceptionally grateful. Throughout my training there was certainly never a dull moment and looking back I cannot believe how much I was involved in during my three years, particularly in terms of performance opportunities. Being a student here presented me with plenty of challenges and was utterly exhausting at times, but above all else was thoroughly enjoyable – I really think that Stella Mann was the right place for me to train.
Adrian Stokes, 2007 graduate.
First contract – ‘We Will Rock You’ Zurich and Vienna 2007/2008
‘I enjoyed my three years at Stella Mann College very much. I feel that the first two years really helped my technique and during the third year, I feel that I developed professionally. The teachers helped me develop in many different ways. I thank them all.’
Michael Peters, 2007 graduate.
First contract – ‘Thad’ in the Original West End cast of ‘Hairspray’ 2007
'When I was thirteen I started taking dance classes in commercial street jazz. From there on I did two years of acting and at that point hated musical theatre. Once I started Stella Mann College it broadened my horizons and studying musical theatre gave me an insight to a subject that perhaps I did not hate! Not only did I enjoy but I learnt new skills from that genre too. My training and hard work has enabled me to reach a level that has been the key to the West End. I would like to thank all the staff at Stella Mann College who encouraged and supported me.'
Carla Porter - 2005 graduate
'The last 3 years being at Stella Mann have been the best of my life. It has been a dream come true to train which such a professional team. I have recently graduated with a National Diploma in Musical Theatre and thanks to all the members of staff I feel confident and ready to now go and perform. I have gained so much experience in every field and achieved all my goals whilst at Stella Mann. It really is like you are a member of a family whilst training here. Everyone encourages each other and the overall atmosphere is amazing. I can truthfully say that I wouldn’t have changed a thing whilst being at Stella Mann and they were my happiest years ever!!!!'
Rachelle Glover 2005 graduate
' Stella Mann College has given me the best three years of my life. The training I went through was very professional and challenging. I improved tremendously in all aspects of dance, singing and acting over the three years. I gained so much more confidence in everything that I did and I have the teachers to thank for that! They have helped me grow to be a confident woman and all round performer to a high standard.'
Serina Chapman 2005 graduate
'I have really enjoyed my 3 years at Stella Mann. I have made some great lifelong friends and was lucky enough to experience some of the most amazing teachers! Got the chance to learn some amazing choreography and build a strong technique. It has really helped me to prepare myself what the real world is like. Thank you Stella Mann for turning me into a professional.'
Gemma Smith 2005 graduate
' I think I’d sum my three years up at Stella Mann College as an amazing learning experience. There was always a teacher or a student in a higher year giving you something to aspire to. I also found it a really supportive environment to work in and grow as a performer. I always felt there was the support for me to make mistakes or fall over in class without feeling embarrassed or as though it was going to be held against me by any teacher or my peers.'
Katy Stephenson 2004 graduate
' My three years at Stella Mann College were brilliant. You get very close attention from the staff and worked really hard, which I really liked!! All the staff were really friendly and extremely helpful. There is a great atmosphere at the college. Going to Stella Mann College really helped me be the performer that I knew I could be!'
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