CMTS Youth

17/04/2026

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!!! PRE-AUDITION 1!!!

We are beyond excited to announce that the next CMTS Youth production will be Moana Jr and we cannot wait to meet you all at our pre-auditions!🐚🌺

Join us as we sail across the ocean with Moana, Maui and friends in this vibrant, adventurous musical packed with heart, humour and unforgettable songs. As Moana reminds us, “The ocean chose me!” — and maybe it’s choosing you too…

We’d love to welcome new and returning members to come along and get involved in this fantastic show. Whether you love singing, acting, dancing, or just want to try something new, there’s a place for you in our CMTS Youth family! 🌊

Before auditions, we’re running two fun pre-audition workshops where you can meet the team, learn some material from the show, and build confidence.

You must be aged 7-18 years old to take part in this production.

📅 Friday 17th April 2026
📅 Friday 24th April 2026
⏰ 6:30pm – 9:00pm
📍 CMTS HQ, 14 Brunel Rd, CO15 4LU

Remember: “The call isn’t out there at all, it’s inside me.” 💙

So if you’re ready to discover how far you’ll go, come along and join the adventure!

🌺 More details about ticket sales and casting coming soon — we can’t wait to see you there!

Head over to our page for more information CMTS Moana JR.🌊

10/04/2026

Pre-Audition Rehearsals start in ONE WEEK!

We are beyond excited to announce that the next CMTS Youth production will be Moana Jr and we cannot wait to meet you all at our pre-auditions!🐚🌺

Join us as we sail across the ocean with Moana, Maui and friends in this vibrant, adventurous musical packed with heart, humour and unforgettable songs. As Moana reminds us, “The ocean chose me!” — and maybe it’s choosing you too…

We’d love to welcome new and returning members to come along and get involved in this fantastic show. Whether you love singing, acting, dancing, or just want to try something new, there’s a place for you in our CMTS Youth family! 🌊

Before auditions, we’re running two fun pre-audition workshops where you can meet the team, learn some material from the show, and build confidence.

You must be aged 7-18 years old to take part in this production.

📅 Friday 17th April 2026
📅 Friday 24th April 2026
⏰ 6:30pm – 9:00pm
📍 CMTS HQ, 14 Brunel Rd, CO15 4LU

Remember: “The call isn’t out there at all, it’s inside me.” 💙

So if you’re ready to discover how far you’ll go, come along and join the adventure!

🌺 More details about ticket sales and casting coming soon — we can’t wait to see you there!

Head over to our page for more information CMTS Moana JR.🌊

09/04/2026

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03/04/2026

It’s OPENING NIGHT for CMTS Youth! 🎭🤩

Come along and get ready to ROCK with an incredible night of music, energy, and talent! 🎶⚡

Check out these fabulous photos from our dress rehearsal 📸 (huge thanks to photographer Paul French!) — don’t they look amazing?

🎟️ Tickets are available on the door!
🕢 Tonight at 7:30pm
🕝 Tomorrow at 2:30pm & 7:30pm

Don’t miss it – we can’t wait to see you there! 💫

29/03/2026

School of Rock - The Musical

A couple of weeks ago Tom our Director and Austin playing Dewey Finn were interviewed by Shore Radio (https://www.shoreradio.co.uk/) for our next production of School of Rock - The Musical at the Columbine, Walton on the Naze.

Please find below the link to Tom's interview.

https://clactonmts-my.sharepoint.com/:u:/g/personal/treasurer_clactonmts_onmicrosoft_com/IQAqGzmmmqRaT69ATQzqL91YAcMqEi8-ArkEX3BRpEcoloE?nav=eyJyZWZlcnJhbEluZm8iOnsicmVmZXJyYWxBcHAiOiJPbmVEcml2ZUZvckJ1c2luZXNzIiwicmVmZXJyYWxBcHBQbGF0Zm9ybSI6IldlYiIsInJlZmVycmFsTW9kZSI6InZpZXciLCJyZWZlcnJhbFZpZXciOiJNeUZpbGVzTGlua0NvcHkifX0&e=1PF4t3

I would like to say a big thank you to Rachel Skinner and Shore Radio for making this happen and also thank you to Tom and Austin for taking part.
Hope to post Austin's interview very soon.

28/03/2026

🎸 Just under 1 week to go until School of Rock! 🤘 Trust us, this is one you won’t want to miss! ⭐

CMTS Youth presents School of Rock – and “You’re in the band now!” 🎤

Get ready to “Stick it to the man” and turn it up to eleven as our talented cast brings this high-energy, guitar-shredding musical to the stage. With show-stopping songs and a whole lot of heart, “It’s Time to Play!” 🎶

🌍 World watch out – this is one you won’t want to miss.

📅 3rd–4th April 2026
📍 The Columbine Centre, Walton-on-the-Naze
🎟 Tickets £10 – available on the door!
📧 To book: [email protected]

So grab your mates, warm up those air guitars, and come see why “Rock got no reason, rock got no rhyme!”

🎤🔥 Let’s rock! 🔥🎤

28/03/2026

🌊✨ Set sail with us… Moana Jr is on its way! ✨🌊

We’re beyond excited to announce the incredible team who will be guiding our next youth production — and trust us, they know the way! 🐚

🌺 Director: Tom Hume-Steer
🎶 Musical Director: Gabrielle Tyler
💃 Choreographer: Katie French
⭐ Assistant Director: Cheryl French

With this fantastic crew at the helm, we can’t wait to journey beyond the reef and bring this magical story to life. 🌊🐓🌴

📅 30th October – 1st November 2026
📍 The Columbine Centre, Walton-on-the-Naze

So get ready to see how far we’ll go… ticket details coming soon! 👀✨

14/03/2026

🎸 Just 3 weeks to go until School of Rock! 🤘

Here’s a sneak peek of our incredible cast in action — and trust us, this is one you won’t want to miss! ⭐

CMTS Youth presents School of Rock – and “You’re in the band now!” 🎤

Get ready to “Stick it to the man” and turn it up to eleven as our talented cast brings this high-energy, guitar-shredding musical to the stage. With show-stopping songs and a whole lot of heart, “It’s Time to Play!” 🎶

🌍 World watch out – this is one you won’t want to miss.

📅 3rd–4th April 2026
📍 The Columbine Centre, Walton-on-the-Naze
🎟 Tickets £10
📧 To book: [email protected]

So grab your mates, warm up those air guitars, and come see why “Rock got no reason, rock got no rhyme!”

🎤🔥 Let’s rock! 🔥🎤

13/03/2026

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