Pupils Take to the Stage for the First Ever Lancing College Cabaret Show

My experience being in Lancing College’s first Musical Theatre Cabaret Show has been a really positive one. I have got to know people in other years I would not have known if it weren’t for this cabaret. I have loved being a part of a cast that works so hard yet so well together. We’ve put together such an amazing show and I’m already looking forward to the next one!  

The Lancing College Musical Theatre Cabaret Showcase 2025 was an incredible evening of vocal and dance pieces from a whole range of musicals. It was like nothing I've ever seen before at Lancing. From a tap duet to 'Sing Sing Sing' from Fosse the Musical to group numbers from Come From Away and A Chorus Line, the dancers involved showcased their skills with pieces from a variety of genres and musicals, each so carefully crafted by the choreographers Rachel and Abi. I must give a special mention to the soloists of the evening, Emma Saunders, Piper Scrace and Mollie Thomson. Molly's version of 'Used to be Mine' from Waitress left the audience transfixed by her dramatic and vocal expertise which was the highlight of the evening for me. No review would be complete without mentioning the quartet of male hosts for the evening who gave us the context behind each of the musicals and provided witty dialogue between the numbers. Last night was incredible, a huge congratulations to all those involved!

It has been such a privilege to be a part of Lancing College's first-ever Musical Theatre Cabaret, and it has been such a pleasant and encouraging experience. It was amazing to be part of a cast that displayed such a variety of talents, from those who could sing to the rooftops to those girls who could hypnotise you with their moves. I think that this is something that everybody should be able to experience for themselves, as all the teachers involved have made this such a fun and exciting experience, while also taking us out of our comfort zones in terms of singing or dancing. When preparing for the show it felt like such a loving small community, where everybody just wants to see each other rise and be the best versions of themselves. The songs were amazing to learn and it also massively helped that the teachers took into account who was best suited for which roles, as it made everything feel like such a well-oiled machine when it came to rehearsing, to the point where it just felt so natural and seamless.

Taking part in Lancing’s first-ever Musical Theatre Cabaret was an honourable opportunity and a highlight of my time here in Lancing. As someone who has always enjoyed singing and performing, it was truly a special moment for me to take part one last time before I ended my journey here at Lancing. The Cabaret brought together students from different year groups and songs from various musicals, where we were all united by a shared passion: performing! The cheers from my friends, teachers, and the rest of the audience made every moment unforgettable. I am grateful to be a part of a show so magical and encourage anyone who shares the same interest in performing as me to take part in future musical opportunities.