The Select Podcast

🪩 The wait is over — Episode 12 of The Select Podcast has arrived! 🪩 This month, David and Select Director Lauren Templeton sit down with the incredible Amy Dowden MBE for an inspiring and open conversation about her passion for dance, her unbelievable drive, and her extraordinary journey to the top of the ballroom world!💃 In this episode, David and Lauren chat with Amy about: Finding the Spark...

⭐ Episode 11 of The Select Podcast is here! ⭐ This month, Mr Mikey sits down for a special family-focused conversation with Former Select Student and Assistant Maria , alongside her mum and Select Parent Claudia , to reflect on what it really means to grow up inside the Select family! In this episode, Mr Mikey chats with Maria and Claudia about: The Student Journey: Maria’s full path through Sel...

⭐ Episode 10 of The Select Podcast is here! ⭐ This month, David sits down with Michael Doyle , Headteacher of Buckingham Prep and a leading educationalist, for a powerful and essential conversation about the vital role creativity plays in the classroom, breaking down barriers, and fighting for the future of the arts. In this episode, David chats with Michael about: The Journey: From how Michael...

⭐ Episode 9 of The Select Podcast is here! ⭐ This month, Lauren sits down for a truly special and heartwarming conversation with The Papasavva Family . In this episode, we explore the beautiful reality of being a "Select Family," diving into the shared journey of parenting, performing, and the lifelong bonds created through the arts. In this episode, Lauren chats with the Papasavvas ab...

⭐ Episode 8 of The Select Podcast is here! ⭐ This month, David sits down for an incredibly important and timely conversation with Rickiesha, the CEO and Founder of The CYP Services. In this episode, we dive deep into the vital connection between creativity and wellbeing , exploring how the arts can be a powerful ally for young people in today's world. In this episode, David chats with Ricki...

⭐ Episode 7 of The Select Podcast has arrived! ⭐ This month, we’re heading straight to the heart of our weekend energy as David sits down with Mikey , our Saturday School lead, and Miss Charis , our Head of Ballet at Select! 🩰✨ In this episode, David chats with Mikey and Charis about: Meet Miss Charis: An introduction to our Head of Ballet and a look at what she’s currently up to in the studio...

⭐ You don't have to wait 'One Day More', it's live right now! — Episode 6 of The Select Podcast has arrived! ⭐ This month, we are thrilled to welcome a very special guest — Rosy Church , star of the iconic West End production and World Tour of Les Misérables , shares her incredible journey from the classroom to the world’s most famous stages! 🎭✨ In this episode, David chats...

⭐ The wait is over — Episode 5 of the Select School of Performing Arts Podcast has arrived! ⭐ Happy New Year! This month we welcome a wonderful guest — Joanna, our Assistant Manager and Head of Social Media, to discuss the heartbeat of our school and the power of a musical upbringing! 🎵✨ In this episode, David chats with Joanna about: ✨ Joanna’s Introduction to Music: Her journey through chil...

⭐ Episode 4 of the Select School of Performing Arts Podcast is here! ⭐ This month’s episode is hosted by Mr David , joined by our brilliant Line Managers — Mr David, Mr Mikey, Miss Becki, and Miss Joanna — for a festive special! 🎄✨ In this episode, they chat all about: ✨ Our upcoming festive recitals ✨ How these recitals differ from our other performance opportunities ✨ Sneak peeks of some...

⭐ Episode 3 of the Select School of Performing Arts Podcast is here! ⭐ This month we welcome a truly special guest — Bex Botterill , West End star of Wicked and Frozen ! 💚❄️ In this episode, Lauren chats with Bex about: ✨ How she began her journey into musical theatre ✨ Her favourite moments performing in Wicked and Frozen ✨ Life at drama school and the realities of funding ✨ The phrase “ev...

⭐ Episode 2 of the Select School of Performing Arts Podcast is here! ⭐ Welcome to the official podcast of the Select School of Performing Arts — where passion meets performance! Join us as we pull back the curtain on the world of dance, drama, and musical theatre, showcasing the talent, training, and stories behind our vibrant community.  This month we welcome a very special guest — Catherine ,...

⭐Select School of Performing Arts are hitting you with BRAND NEW Podcast!⭐ Welcome to the official podcast of the Select School of Performing Arts — where passion meets performance! Join us as we pull back the curtain on the world of dance, drama, and musical theatre, showcasing the talent, training, and stories behind our vibrant community. Each episode features conversations with teachers, fac...