Beacon Boys Take To The Stage

From The Beacon to Global Arts Festival

Twenty-five dedicated pupils in Years 7 & 8 at The Beacon School in Amersham took their talents to the international stage, performing the high-energy musical Sister Act Jr. at the world-renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe — the largest arts festival in the world.

Over the past academic year, the boys have worked tirelessly to bring the production to life. Supported by the school’s Performing Arts department and a dedicated costume team of mums, the cast spent countless hours learning lines, rehearsing choreography, fine-tuning musical numbers, and developing their acting skills.

The story of Sister Act Jr. follows Deloris Van Cartier, a singer who witnesses a crime committed by her boyfriend and is placed in protective custody within a convent. Despite her originally struggling to adjust to the strict lifestyle of the religious community, she eventually finds purpose and connection when she begins to lead the convent’s struggling choir.

The cast debuted their production with two performances at The Spinney Theatre at The Beacon, where the local community shows were met with great enthusiasm from parents, pupils, staff, and friends of the school. This served as the perfect send-off before the group travelled to Edinburgh the following day.

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, held every August in Scotland’s capital, is celebrated as the largest arts festival in the world. With thousands of performances within theatre, comedy, music, dance and more taking place. The Fringe offered The Beacon Boys a unique opportunity to perform in front of a new audience performing over six consecutive days on an international stage.

The Show Director and Head of Drama at The Beacon, Zenelle Oosthuizen, says, “The company have stepped it up every day; from flyering on the royal mile with perseverance, to delivering six sold-out performances! We are incredibly proud of these boys.”

About The Beacon

The Beacon is a leading Prep School for boys aged 3–13 in Amersham, Buckinghamshire. It prides itself on delivering best-in-class education in an enriching and enlightening environment.

With small class sizes, exceptional specialist teaching and a strong pastoral focus, the school offers a broad and balanced education with a cross-curricular approach. Pupils thrive in academics, sport, music, drama, and the creative arts, supported by outstanding facilities and a culture rooted in kindness.

For further information, please visit beaconschool.co.uk or call 01494 433654.