The spotlight beckons for Beth Needham, who has landed a place at the prestigious National Youth Music Theatre.
After successfully progressing through several rounds of auditions, Beth will join the NYMT this summer, workshopping new musicals alongside exciting new playwrights.
Each year, thousands of young people from across the country audition for the NYMT’s illustrious summer courses, but only a few hundred are lucky enough to win places. Andrew Lloyd Webber calls the NYMT “the best youth music theatre in the world”.
Beth’s Drama teachers recommended she apply for a coveted place, having seen Beth’s talent shine from her first year at Malvern through to her current, mature performances while studying A-level Drama.
In addition to Drama, Beth is also studying Politics and English Literature. Away from the stage, she is a Sergeant in the Marine Section of the School’s CCF (Combined Cadet Force) and a member of the Chamber and College Choir.
Her future ambitions are to study at Drama School, with the West End being her ultimate goal. With a range of roles already under her belt, versatility and willingness to step outside of her comfort zone are just some of Beth’s strengths.
Beth said: “When you’ve played your dream role of Eponine in Les Miserables, to then playing a reindeer, there has to be the ability to take on the unexpected. This experience with the NYMT will teach me so much. I can’t wait to get started.”
“This is a fantastic achievement,” said Mr Packham, Director of Drama.“Beth has huge potential and I look forward to hearing all about her experiences as a member of the National Youth Music Theatre. I am delighted that she will experience working with the youth company.”