Whitby's Colebrooke Productions' Principal Chris Colebrooke qualifies as examiner for the performing arts

Whitby’s Chris Colebrooke, Principal of the town’s Colebrooke Productions, has newly qualified as an examiner for the performing arts.

Chris said: “After a lengthy journey of training, modules and exams, I’m delighted to share that I have officially qualified as a newly qualified examiner for the performing arts.

Chris Colebrooke with students at Colebrooke Productions. photo: Paul Armstrong, the Artistic Lensplaceholder image
Chris Colebrooke with students at Colebrooke Productions. photo: Paul Armstrong, the Artistic Lens

“This next phase now sees me heading out across the country while my marks undergo standardisation - an important process to ensure I’m doing the very best job possible.

“A heartfelt thank you to International Performing Arts & Theatre for this incredible opportunity and for their kindness throughout the journey.”

Chris Colebrooke, with his examiner certificate. photo: Paul Armstrong, the Artistic Lensplaceholder image
Chris Colebrooke, with his examiner certificate. photo: Paul Armstrong, the Artistic Lens

"As I head into my 30th year, moments like this don’t come around often, but today, I’m actually very proud of myself.”

He said the support from Head Office in London had been outstanding, and thanked Sarah, Managing Director of International Performing Arts and Theatre, for her encouragement and belief.

Valerie Laws, who trained Chris at the LP Dance Centre, said to him: “Absolutely fabulous news and congratulations on this very special achievement.

"You will make an excellent examiner and you deserve to be proud of yourself”.

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