Testimonials
Here you can read a selection of what people are saying about Kirkham Henry Performing Arts Centre:
I am currently in my third and final year at Northern Ballet School in Manchester, taking a full time vocational course in Ballet and Theatre Arts. My three years here have prepared me for work as a professional dancer and I am confident that I am going to acheive my life long ambition.
Many people have helped me along the way, from dance teachers to mechanics,who helped keep my mums battered car on the road ! However Kirkham Henry has been and, still is of vital importance to me.
Angela Kirkham helped me greatly over a very difficult time and continues to be a guide and mentor to me. I also feel the studios are a second home to me as it has a family atmosphere,where everyone has worth.. and belongs !
Angela has given so much of her own time helping me with technique, artistry and my confidence.
She is someone you can turn to for real help and advice.. nothing is too much trouble for her.
The whole staff at the school has every childs welfare at heart and provide a caring and loving atmosphere for every student.
It is the centre of the community, children can stay all day doing homework, socialising and of course dancing. They are welcome anytime and not just for classes.
I feel exceptionally lucky to be a part of the Kirkham Henry family.
2007
CAOIMHE McCABE ( Principle Dancer, Costa Cruise Lines)
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Simply.. Kirkham Henry is my life ! Full of my closest friends.
Kirkham Henry has, and always will be my second home. I sometimes think i spend more time here than I do in my own home.
The teachers have become a big part of my life, helping me to be the best I can be.
If I was to have an idol, it would be Angela Kirkham. She has always been there for any problems I have had,and not just dance related but life in general. She has helped me and my friends to excel and shine in whatever we do.
Kirkham Henry has given me qualities that will not only help me in musical theatre, but in everyday life… self discipline and respect for myself and others, at the top of the list.
ELIZABETH.
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Kirkham Henry has changed my life !
Without coming to dancing each week, my life would be so boring.
I love to meet my friends and dancing always puts a big smile on my face.
I love all my classes as I know i’m at a professional dance school with great teachers.
It has given me so much confidence…
SOPHIE ROGER
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Kirkham Henry is a great place to exercise and have fun with your dancing.
I love being there with lots of new friends, and especially love the Drama and Ballet, as I love acting.
I cant wait to go to my classes at Kirkham Henry because all the teachers make the lessons fun and exciting.. always teaching new things…
CHARLIE ARMSTRONG
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Why I enjoy Kirkham Henry !……… Well its a great way to keep me fit and its very enjoyable.
Everyday I look forward to going to dancing. I have made lots of new friends there tat i wouldnt have done otherwise.
I am not the most confident person but all the teachers have given me more confidence.
They are very friendly and firm, but fair at the same time which I think is good.
SOPHIE MORT
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Kirkham Henry means I can enjoy all types of dancing by my brilliant and hard working teachers.
To me its not just a dance school, its one big family…
CHARLOTTE
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I love coming to Kirkham Henry as it somewhere I can express myself, and I love to dance.
It opens up lots of opportunities for me too.
I love being part of a big family and all the teachers are really good and helpful, so without Kirkham Henry I would be so disappointed and upset.
I think its great how we all support each other.
OLIVIA ROBERTS Aged 11
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I have been at Kirkham Henry since I was 3 yrs old, and have enjoyed every part of it.
It has become a big part of my life and means a lot to me.
It teaches me discipline and how to behave and also teaches me good manners.
I enjoy the performing side of things in all the shows and festivals as it gives me a lot of confidence.
I have made new friendships and dancing keeps us motivated.
Its also very rewarding, because you always praise people and help them to be better dancers and this gives you more confidence and builds your self-esteem.
I feel sad when I see other children hanging around street corners but am glad that at Kirkham Henry I have something more positive and rewarding to do.
Without them I wouldn’t have the confidence and the skills and determination to keep trying my best. Thankyou.
EMILY BOYES
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Kirkham Henry is a big part of my life and has been since I was 3.
I love spending my Saturdays with everyone, including the teachers, some have a wicked sense of humour !!
I know i can also confide in them too though.
I love the organised theatre and show trips we all go on.
I am taking a GCSE in Performing Arts at school and being a pupil at Kirkham Henry has helped me immensly in getting good grades as i can take some of my knowledge and experience i have learned here to help with my coursework.
ABI PARKES
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Performing Arts and Kirkham Henry has been a great passion of mine from the age of 2.
My earliest memories are of being looked after by two senior students and helped in my baby ballet class.
I have always appreciated how lucky Malton is to have such a fantastic school and such professional teachers. As I have grown up I have learned many things from my experiences at Kirkham Henry. I am grateful for the discipline I have been taught which I will carry throughout my whole life.
There have been tears, sulks and laughs along the way but Miss Angela is like a second mum, there to look out for me and to guide me in the right direction.
All the teachers have given me the chance to fulfil my potential, and I would like to thank you Miss Angela and Kirkham Henry for making me who I am today and I hope one day , to make you proud and show you I can make it, and repay you for your inspiration through teaching .x
MEGAN DANBY
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We love coming to Kirkham Henry, its a really nice atmosphere, friendly and (usually) stress free, making it easy for you to just ‘dance’ and not worry about other things in life.
Maybe we dont tell you often enough what you and the school mean to us, i think its because people dont always appreciate what they have until its not there, and now I , myself am leaving I finally realised and appreciate what you have given me over the years.
I am going to miss it very much when I leave.
KATY & LIVI
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Kirkham Henry is so important to me because its like my second home and I love everyone who is part of it.
I love dancing in festivals because i have this tingle in my body knowing everyone is watching me dance and can see what i can do, thanks to Kirkham Henry, and I always feel good.
This means everything to me and I hope Kirkham Henry will continue in the future so others can have the same unforgetable experience I have had. I can still remember my first dance and first song, it was such a special moment .
We have all become very fond of this school and it would be heartbreaking to see the building used for anything else. I want the spirit of Kirkham Henry to go on forever….
ROSIE RILEY
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Kirkham Henry is one of my most favourite places in the world.
I do lots of classes in Ballet, Jazz, tap etc and all my teachers teach me really well and I am very grateful.
Miss Angela is the best head a dance school could have, we all love her to bits and I’m so glad to have her teach me.
BETH ARMSTRONG
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