Long Beach High School’s Theatre and IB Dance students recently had the extraordinary opportunity to participate in a West End–style masterclass led by Kieran Jae, Head of Musical Theatre at Performers College Essex, part of BIMM University in the United Kingdom.

Performers College and BIMM University are internationally recognized for training performers who go on to work professionally across the West End, Broadway, and international stages.

During his visit to Long Beach High School, Mr. Jae worked with students in Studio in Theatre, Musical Theatre, and IB Dance classes—offering hands-on instruction, professional-level feedback, and an inspiring glimpse into the world of collegiate and professional performing arts training.

In addition, Mr. Jae shared valuable insight into UK performing arts education and pathways for international students interested in pursuing their passion abroad.

This special experience was made possible through a collaborative effort among the School Counseling Department, the Department of Media, Visual, and Performing Arts, and the Athletics Department, highlighting Long Beach’s commitment to providing students with diverse, world-class learning opportunities that bridge academics, wellness, and the arts.