17 Jul 2016

Billy's Bootcamp

From Standing Room Only, 2:45 pm on 17 July 2016

Bootcamp has begun for the six young boys cast in the lead roles of Auckland Theatre Company's production of Billy Elliot the Musical. Aged 10-14, they've come together for an intensive, two-week workshop to prepare to play their parts. Tap dancing and ballet lessons in the morning are followed by acting and singing classes in the afternoon. It's a big ask for the boys and their families but do these obstacles enhance their performances? Justin Gregory went to find out.

Get the RNZ app

for easy access to all your favourite programmes

Subscribe to Standing Room Only

Podcast (MP3) Oggcast (Vorbis)