Bristol Institute of Performing Arts - BIPA

Bristol Institute of Performing Arts - BIPA The Bristol Institute of Performing Arts | Education for a world stage. At BIPA we believe the day is not complete until you've made time to create.

At BIPA students work with our staff of experienced performers, directors and teachers developing the skills and knowledge required to prepare you to take your place on the world stage. Bristol Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA) is proudly part of SGS College

BIPA is more than just professional training, with excellent industry connections students are frequently taking part in workshops, studen

t led socials and international trips. A high level of expectation and discipline is partnered with support and guidance, ensuring our students reach their full potential. Students are encouraged to become more than just exceptional performers but also creative practitioners of their own work.

07/05/2026

Jesus Christ Superstar 🌟

BA (Hons) Musical Theatre

Congratulations team, we are so proud of everyone involved ⚡️

🎥

Cast
Jesus - Ffion Bowley
Judas - Charlie Ashpole
Mary Magdalene - Amber Louise Jones
Pontius Pilate - Meg Brimble
Caiaphas - Sarah Martin
Annas - Emily Harding
Peter - Lottie Lee
Simon Zealotes - Poppy Challenor
King Herod - Esme Hawkins
Ensemble - Anya Selvester
Ensemble - Mercedes Simister
Ensemble / Understudy Jesus - Eloise Cross
Understudy Judas - Sarah Martin
Ensemble / Understudy Mary Magdalene - Katie Francis-Teague
Ensemble / Understudy Pontius Pilate - Lotty Sealey
Ensemble / Understudy Caiaphas - Yasi Hurst
Understudy Annas - Meg Brimble
Ensemble / Understudy Peter - Elisa Ferretti
Ensemble / Understudy Simon Zealotes - Binny Banner
Ensemble / Understudy King Herod - Maya Finn

Band
Keys 1 / MD - Matt Richardson
Keys 2 - Sian Noctor
Guitars - Andy Jones
Bass - Tom Hillier
Percussion - Catherine Herring

Production
Director - Stuart McLoughlin
Choreographer - Valerie Voisey
Musical Director - Matt Richardson
BIPA Artistic Director & Head of BIPA - Jack Maurice
External Relations - Ben Winter
Production Manager - Fran Hollingworth
Production Coordinator - Alfie Uphill
Production Coordinator - Tom Hatch
Deputy Stage Manager / Stage Manager - Harvey Kew
Deputy Stage Manager / Stage Manager - Rebecca Lewis
Lighting Designer - Lizzy Walker
Lighting Designer - Max Bradley
Sound Designer - Gracie Marshall
Sound No. 2 - Dawson Panter-Wray
Set Designer - James Stockwell

06/05/2026

👀 Just a Wednesday

It’s opening day, and not just any opening day, it’s a double show day!A massive congratulations to the incredible cast,...
30/04/2026

It’s opening day, and not just any opening day, it’s a double show day!

A massive congratulations to the incredible cast, band and production team of Jesus Christ Superstar. ⚡️⚡️⚡️

Cast
Jesus - Ffion Bowley
Judas - Charlie Ashpole
Mary Magdalene - Amber Louise Jones
Pontius Pilate - Meg Brimble
Caiaphas - Sarah Martin
Annas - Emily Harding
Peter - Lottie Lee
Simon Zealotes - Poppy Challenor
King Herod - Esme Hawkins
Ensemble - Anya Selvester
Ensemble - Mercedes Simister
Ensemble / Understudy Jesus - Eloise Cross
Understudy Judas - Sarah Martin
Ensemble / Understudy Mary Magdalene - Katie Francis-Teague
Ensemble / Understudy Pontius Pilate - Lotty Sealey
Ensemble / Understudy Caiaphas - Yasi Hurst
Understudy Annas - Meg Brimble
Ensemble / Understudy Peter - Elisa Ferretti
Ensemble / Understudy Simon Zealotes - Binny Banner
Ensemble / Understudy King Herod - Maya Finn

Band
Keys 1 / MD - Matt Richardson
Keys 2 - Sian Noctor
Guitars - Andy Jones
Bass - Tom Hillier
Percussion - Catherine Herring

Production
Director - Stuart McLoughlin
Choreographer - Valerie Voisey
BIPA Artistic Director & Head of BIPA - Jack Maurice
External Relations - Ben Winter
Production Manager - Fran Hollingworth
Production Coordinator - Alfie Uphill
Production Coordinator - Tom Hatch
Deputy Stage Manager / Stage Manager - Harvey Kew
Deputy Stage Manager / Stage Manager - Rebecca Lewis
Lighting Designer - Lizzy Walker
Lighting Designer - Max Bradley
Sound Designer - Gracie Marshall
Sound No. 2 - Dawson Panter-Wray
Set Designer - James Stockwell

📸 photos by Ben Winter

22/03/2026

Showcase Theatre… you sure? 🏈🔥

Because this looked a lot like the Super Bowl. Closing the Showcase Theatre, this cast of students from across our degree programmes brought iconic Half-Time moments, stadium energy and headline spectacle to the stage.

Choreographed by

22/03/2026

All hail the Queens of Hearts! ♦️👑

Ruling MOVE IT 2026 with no mercy. Presented by students from across our degree programmes, this performance brought chaos, control and, of course, a little madness to the Showcase Theatre.

Choreographed by: &

Welcome back, BIPA 💫We hope you had a brilliant half term. While you were off recharging, campus didn’t slow down. Our s...
23/02/2026

Welcome back, BIPA 💫

We hope you had a brilliant half term. While you were off recharging, campus didn’t slow down. Our studios were packed with action, and the team behind the scenes put in the hours to get this term moving.

Our degree dancers threw themselves into intensive rehearsals for Velvet & Vice, and the energy in the room has been unreal. In between that, we’ve been building everything that makes the term happen. The planning, the prep, the details that turn ideas into performances.

We also loved welcoming our friends at Mountview to BIPA for regional auditions, and opening up the Olympus Theatre to community partners during the break, including hosting the Bristol One Act Drama Festival. Seeing BIPA students past and present stepping into those spaces and going for it is exactly what it’s all about. If you auditioned, we’re rooting for you.

These photos take us back to January, to A Monster Calls in the Olympus Theatre, performed by our Second Year Actors. A powerful piece of work, and a reminder of what happens when you trust the process and tell the story with everything you’ve got.

And now we’re back in it. This half term is stacked.

Coming up:
• Velvet & Vice
• CTRL+V by our First Year Actors
• Degree London Residential
• College West End trips
• MOVE IT
• London Industry and Agent Showcase
• College Dance Show prep
• Jesus Christ Superstar prep
• Oliver! auditions
• Auditions for Pippin

Get focused, channel that energy, grab your water bottle, and let’s go. We can’t wait to see what you make this term 💜

Right now, our Olympus Theatre looks a little different… 👀🎥Today we’re hosting BBC Question Time with Fiona Bruce, and o...
12/02/2026

Right now, our Olympus Theatre looks a little different… 👀🎥

Today we’re hosting BBC Question Time with Fiona Bruce, and our theatre has been transformed into a broadcast studio for tonight’s show (BBC One, 9pm).

For our Technical Theatre students, this has been a brilliant chance to connect with the industry in real time. They’ve been on the studio floor exploring the set, meeting the crew, and hearing first-hand about the different roles, routes into the work, and the kit and teamwork that make a touring broadcast like this happen.

We love moments like this. They remind you how close the creative industries really are when you’re in the right spaces, with the right people, asking the right questions.

Tune in tonight at 9pm to see our Olympus Theatre on screen.

20/01/2026

No trending audio… we make our own noise.

Rehearsals for Of Velvet & Vice presented by BA (Hons) Commercial Dance for Stage & Screen

We’re looking for a friendly, highly organised individual to join our team full-time, based at the heart of a busy creat...
16/01/2026

We’re looking for a friendly, highly organised individual to join our team full-time, based at the heart of a busy creative campus, with rehearsals, projects and productions happening all around you.

As a key point of contact for students, applicants and parents, you’ll bring a calm, helpful presence day-to-day. Supporting our current students by keeping records accurate and up to date, using our systems to track progress and achievement, preparing key documents, and responding to general enquiries.

A key part of the role is supporting future students too, by processing applications and enrolments, helping to administer a busy audition schedule, and assisting with course information, marketing activity and communications. Confident communication is essential, to help applicants and parents feel informed before they join us.

Behind the scenes, you’ll support the admin that keeps our productions, projects and events moving, including ordering, invoices and materials.

Apply Online: https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/index.php/jobs/vacancies/REQ001394
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Closing Date: 2 February, 2026

⚡WE'RE HIRING ⚡We’re looking for an experienced individual with boundless creative energy and a real passion for trainin...
08/12/2025

⚡WE'RE HIRING ⚡

We’re looking for an experienced individual with boundless creative energy and a real passion for training the next generation. You’ll have experience both in the studio/classroom and bringing productions to life - confident teaching strong dance technique at multiple levels (for example ballet, jazz, contemporary, commercial and tap), leading rehearsals and supporting the creative process from first idea to final performance.

Alongside the practical and creative elements, you’ll also:

Support learners with their academic work, portfolios and research, delivering our UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts – a highly practical, industry-focused qualification equivalent to three A Levels

Help them prepare for auditions and higher-level training, including applications to conservatoires, universities and professional programmes

Guide them as they take their next steps into dance, theatre and performance, building the skills, confidence and resilience they need to progress

This maternity cover role comes with heaps of creative freedom, plus opportunities to choreograph, direct and shape new work, while playing a key part in preparing young performers for the next stage of their journey.

Closing Date: 14 December, 2025
Expected Interview Date: 17th December 2025
Apply and more info at: https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/jobs/vacancies/req001377

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