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Welcome to Redroofs!

Discover our performing arts school and learn more about our programmes.

About Redroofs

Redroofs School for the Performing Arts is an independent Part Time Theatre Training School based in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England. The school has both UK and International links to the wider Performing Arts industry including Theatre, Film, Television, Commercials, and all media.

Established in London in 1947 as the Gladstone School of Speech and Drama, Redroofs moved to Berkshire in 1964. Today, the 500-strong school is based in Central Maidenhead.

Notable Alumni

Former pupils include Oscar, Olivier, and Emmy award winners such as:

  • Kate Winslet – Actress
  • Ali Bastian – Actress
  • Simone Ashley – Actress
  • Lucy Benjamin – Actress
  • Tara Bethan – Actress
  • Daniel Brocklebank – Actor
  • Matthew Cottle – Actor
  • Zara Dawson – Actress/Presenter
  • Jessica Fox – Actress
  • Joanne Froggatt – Actress
  • Adrian Hansel – Actor
  • Dani Harmer – Actress
  • Jessica Henwick – Actress
  • Kris Marshall – Actor
  • Adam Bregman – Actor
  • Kit Esuruoso – Actor
  • Ross McCall – Actor
  • John O'Farrell – Writer/Broadcaster
  • Gary Russell – Producer (BBC)
  • Colin Teague – Director
  • Kerry Ingram – Child Actor, Olivier Award Winner 2012
  • Luca Varsalona – Actor

Professional Opportunities

Through its agency, Redroofs has placed thousands of young people in professional engagements including The Bill, Casualty, The Madness of King George, Harry Potter (all films), and Tracy Beaker.

Our Philosophy

Redroofs trains children of all abilities and is run by the founder family. Graduates often return to share their stories, run workshops, and hold informal Q&A sessions about life in the arts.

As a family school, we pride ourselves on bringing out the best in all children. One parent said:
It’s people who they will always remember, your amazing teachers, people who saw that unique quality that defines the young artiste, and valued their contribution.

We aim to mentor each student and guide their unique journey through Redroofs training.

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