Crete Street Studio
Welcome to Crete Street Studio – BTG’s exciting Youth Theatre Programme.
We are looking forward to the benefits this programme has for our students, whether it be assisting them at school, developing skills for their future careers, or just exploring their hobbies and passions. We welcome you to the Crete Street family whether you are a returning student, or a fresh face.
Crete Street Studio classes are designed by the tutors themselves, with consultation from the BTG Committee and educational experts. Student outcomes are at the forefront of our programme, which are drawn from the Australian Curriculum. Each class throughout the year will be striving to achieve measurable learning goals.
In 2024, we are offering three streams:
- Acting
- Musical Theatre
- JETS (Under 10)
Classes for 2024 Begin 29 January.
We’ll be holding an information night on January 16th, 7.00pm at the theatre.
All relevant information can be accessed by the buttons and links below.
2024 Timetable Update:
Mondays – Musical Theatre 1 (Ages 10-14) at 4pm and 2 (Ages 15-18) at 5.30pm
Tuesdays – Workshops and other oppurtunities
Wednesdays – JETS (Age Under 10s) at 4pm, Acting 1 (Ages 10-14) at 5.30pm.
Thursdays – Acting 2 (Ages 15-18) at 4.30pm
Please note that class times are subject to change depending on enrolments and feedback.
For up-to-date notices, stay tuned to our Facebook page or our Instagram account.
Crete Street Studio Tutors
Alicia Brite
Alicia Brite is an emerging artist, composer and lyricist located in Meanjin, Brisbane. Passionate about the musical theatre genre she has been involved in theatre onstage, offstage and in production roles in Brisbane for over 15 years. As a performer, writer and educator she is passionate about the art of storytelling and the opportunity to share unique experiences through performing arts. Alicia holds a Cer Level III somatic voicework and A Bachelor of Music. As an autistic artist, she is impassioned to create an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
Alicia will be teaching Musical Theatre 1 & 2
Harrison Port
Harrison Port is an aspiring, award winning actor who has performed in professional and amateur venues across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Currently studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts Drama at the Queensland University of Technology, Harrison aims to use his breadth of creative experience and disciplinary knowledge to empower the voices of young artists across Australia.
Harrison will be teaching Acting 1 (Intermediates)
Nicholas Joy
Nicholas is a south east Queensland creative with international experiences in the US, directing mean girls and plenty more. Previously has worked in schools as a teachers aide, Nick has a keen interest in inspiring the youth, as he too was inspired. Nick is keen to continue to help grow new performers. Discovering theatre in 2018 with a performance of High School Musical, he has loved it and has been actively involved with it ever since. He wants to inspire people with his work and that’s why he’s excited and proud to be teaching at Beenleigh Theatre Group.
Nick will be teaching Acting 2 (Seniors)
Cherish Zimmerle
Cherish is an emerging artist that specialises in acting, directing and facilitating. Her aim is to make theatre more accessible and help use it to build community. Cherish has been in a wealth of shows as well as assistant directed The Scene Project at Queensland Theatre and directed new work with emerging writers such as Lexie Stretton. Cherish works at The Empire Theatre as a drama facilitator and has worked alongside companies including Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, Dance Central and Lifeline.
Cherish will be teaching JETS
