Posts by Dick Walker
Crongton – BBC iPlayer
Scala’s very own Bobby North channelled his inner James Bond in the BBC’s Crongton — a bold coming-of-age comedy-drama set in the vibrant chaos of the Crongton Estate. Bobby took on the role of Colin, the mysterious “Boy from the Hills,” bringing intrigue and charisma to the screen.
Read MoreA Midsummer Night’s Dream – Opera North
A sprinkle of fairy dust and a dash of silver lashes (shhh! Don’t ask about the lashes!!) — several talented Scala Kids appeared as fairies in Opera North’s enchanting production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed by the brilliant Martin Duncan. A magical experience for all involved!
Read MoreSeeking Persephone – Mainstay Productions
Willow Bell starred as Daphne Lancaster in the beautifully shot Regency romance Seeking Persephone, produced by US-based Mainstay Productions and filmed in some of the North East’s most stunning locations. A versatile and accomplished performer, Willow’s credits include:
Read MoreThe Dumping Ground – CBBC
Moses Amedzro brought effortless cool to the role of Jimi in two series of the hugely popular, BAFTA-winning CBBC drama The Dumping Ground. Relaxed, funny, and full of heart – it was as if the role was written just for him!
Read MoreVinette Robinson
Vinette – known for playing chef Carly in the Boiling Point film and TV series, and civil rights campaigner Rosa Parks in Doctor Who. After attending Scala and then ththe Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art, she began her career in theatre, including roles at the RSC and the National Theatre. Her other TV roles include Sherlock, The Lazarus Project, Six…
Read MoreWider Than Sky
Scala’s Willow Bell picked up the well deserved award for Best Young Female Actor in “Wider Than Sky” at the 2023 Birmingham Film Festival. An incredible performance in a very touching film.
Read MoreMatthew Lewis
Matthew was no stranger to the acting profession when he won the role that was to be part of his life for the next ten years. His first role as a 5 year old Scalakid was as epileptic toddler Johnathan Taylor in the TV drama “Some Kind of LIfe”. He then went on to play…
Read MorePrincess Mirror-Belle – CBBC
Scala’s Amber MIdgley has been in our Musical Theatre classes for years. Last year she decided to try our drama workshops, and here she is cast as “Rachel” in her first ever casting – that’s how you do it!
Read MoreMidwich Cuckoos – Sky TV
Dexter Ansell originally auditioned for the role of a Cuckoo in this terrifying TV drama from Sky TV. We were a little relieved when he was cast as a David Saunders – a sweet little village child…little did we know!
Read MoreOpera North
Scalakid Olivia stars in this promo movie for Opera North’s Tour. Well done Olivia.
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