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The “25 for 25” campaign is a new initiative aimed at raising £25,000 for the Razzamataz Future Fund charity. Since its inception in 2015, the Future Fund has provided over £50,000 in grants to help young, talented performers continue their training. This campaign will further raise the profile of this incredible support system and celebrate Razzamataz’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of talent.

 

The Future Fund offers vital financial support to students across the Razzamataz network, helping them access the next stage of their performing arts education. Sarah Burrows, a scholarship winner from Razzamataz Carlisle in 2018, shared her experiences and what the support meant to her. “I was absolutely thrilled and shocked to have won the Future Fund. The help and support I’ve received at Razzamataz has boosted my confidence and skills immensely. The Future Fund allowed me to take my training further as I pursued my BA honours in musical theatre.”

 

More recently, Amy, a Future Fund recipient from Razzamataz Rayleigh West, spoke about the fair and transparent judging system together with the invaluable feedback and guidance she received. “The feedback from the judges was refreshing, especially compared to the typical yes, no, or maybe in auditions,” she explained. “It’s really helped me focus as I transition to full-time training. Razzamataz has been a huge part of my journey, and I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity.”

 

The “25 for 25” campaign encourages Razzamataz franchisees, students and families to get involved by raising 25p, £2.50, or £25 per student, depending on each school’s preference. This campaign not only contributes to the Future Fund but also offers franchisees several business benefits, including building a connected community, increasing student retention, and creating a sense of pride and purpose within each school.

 

Denise Gosney, Founder and Managing Director of Razzamataz, explains how the Future Fund charity is particularly meaningful to her, given that financial constraints prevented her from completing her own theatre arts training. “The Future Fund is such an important part of Razzamataz because it embodies everything we stands for including helping young people achieve their dreams even if they are facing financial limitations, like I did,” Denise explains. “I had to drop out of my own training and it was truly crushing. The more money we are able to raise, the more we can support our students going through college or university, which we understand is particularly challenging now for many families. As a network of more than sixty schools, it is incredible what we can do together and the legacy we are leaving behind for the next generation of performers is something we are all so proud of.”

 

Each franchisee will work with their teachers and school community to explore the best ways in which they would like to raise money for the Future Fund. In the past, franchisees have got involved with physical challenges, theatre performances and different types of sales and raffles. To ensure they are fully supported, each franchisee will receive a fundraising pack of ideas, support via Zoom calls, and full communications, including social media assets, e-shots, and PR guidance. This ensures every school has the tools they need to make the ’25 for 25′ campaign a success and inspire their local communities to get involved.

“The year 2025 is a big year for us as a network, and through this campaign, we are hoping that our success and celebrations will create a lasting legacy,” adds Denise. “By coming together to support the ’25 for 25′ campaign, we can make a big impact on our students and their families, helping to open doors to opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.”

 

UK Opportunity

Join us in time for our 25th Anniversary celebrations at The Eiffel Tower, Paris next September! Ask about our finance options to help you fund your future! Don’t make finance an obstacle. Potential turnover is in the region of £300,000+ if working on the business full time and with adding our additional revenue streams.

Every now & again we have resale opportunities, please contact us to find out more! 

Training takes place regularly at the Razzamataz Head Office in the beautiful Lake District and Flagship school Razzamataz Carlisle. 

Get in touch!

Email: franchise@razzamataz.co.uk Visit: https://www.razzamataz.co.uk/

Book an online Discovery Den: : https://www.razzamataz.co.uk/franchise-opps/book-discovery-den/

 

Dubai and UAE Opportunity

The UK franchisor is seeking a single unit or area developer particularly for Dubai & Abu Dhabi to partner with our expert team in bringing Razzamataz Theatre Schools to Dubai and the UAE. Full training will be provided in the UK, with ongoing, hands-on support from our dedicated team, who will visit the UAE to ensure your success. Potential seven figure turnover if working full time on the business. We are currently looking for exceptional performing arts teachers in Dubai so please get in touch if that is you.

Contact the Head Office on franchise@razzamataz.co.uk or Denise on WhatsApp  +44 7801843007.

It was months and months in the planning but the hard work and attention to detail paid off for the franchisees who have just returned from the ‘DreamEscape’ trip in Dubai. Organised to help them step away from the ordinary in an incredible setting where they would learn the tools to further their personal and professional growth, the retreat provided a balance of valuable insights and unforgettable experiences.

Dubai was chosen for its vibrant energy, thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem and forward thinking approach to education, making it the perfect city in which Razzamataz Theatre Schools franchisees could immerse themselves in personal development workshops, learn valuable business strategies and return reenergised and inspired to elevate their schools in the UK, ultimately providing their students with even more opportunities to succeed.

The trip was organised and led by Denise Gosney, the Managing Director and Founder of Razzamataz, alongside Operations Director Matty Rayson, Business Coach Hayley Limpkin, and Creative Director Emily Connor. Matty, a dedicated franchisee and valuable member of the Head Office team, began his Razzamataz journey at just 16 years old as part of a work placement and has since grown into a key figure within the business. Both Hayley and Emily bring over 12 years of experience as former franchisees of Razzamataz Medway and now use their expertise to support and train other franchisees, helping them achieve the same success and fulfilment they experienced.

“This retreat has allowed leaders within Razzamataz to recognise their own emotional landscape, looking at surface-level behaviours and digging into deeper beliefs, emotions, and identities,” explains Hayley. “From here, they can continue the curiosity about what lies beyond their autopilot version of leadership. It takes courage to do this, and it’s been a real honour to guide these wonderful leaders.”

The week featured a variety of activities, including visits to iconic landmarks like the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Opera House as well as relaxing at a luxury rooftop lounge at Cloud 22, offering stunning views of the Dubai skyline. Franchisees also explored Old Dubai, enjoyed a Dhow Cruise along Dubai Creek, and experienced the breathtaking desert landscape with Jeep rides, dune bashing, and a traditional BBQ dinner under the stars.

“Our goal was to provide a balance of professional insights, personal growth opportunities, and unforgettable experiences,” says Founder Denise. “The franchisees returned energised, connected, and ready to apply what they’ve learned to grow their schools and positively impact their communities. We have also met so many wonderful people and school leaders in Dubai and we are excited to be embarking on the next stage of Razzamataz’s growth, with international expansion.”

With plans to open the first Razzamataz school in Dubai in 2025, this retreat served as a powerful platform for the network’s expansion, bringing the multi-award-winning brand closer to its vision of inspiring young people through performing arts on a global scale. As part of the trip, the Head Office team were invited to participate at the Leaders in Education Conference, sharing their 25 years’ experience in performing arts education, inspiring other leaders on the positive impact it can have on young people by sharing one of the student’s lived experience about building resilience through the arts.

Through the success of the trip, Razzamataz have forged exciting connections with schools interested in collaborating to deliver exceptional performing arts education and the team is currently on the lookout for talented teachers to join the Razzamataz team in Dubai.

Next year, Razzamataz will be celebrating its 25th anniversary at the Eiffel Tower in Paris and is exceptionally proud to have positively impacted the lives of young people through performing arts. With decades of experience, now is an exciting time to join the multi-award-winning brand either in the UK or the UAE.

 

 

UK opportunity

Join us in time for our 25th Anniversary celebrations at The Eiffel Tower, Paris next September! Ask about our finance options to help you fund your future! Don’t make finance an obstacle. Potential turnover is in the region of £300,000+ if working on the business full time and with adding our additional revenue streams.

Every now & again we have resale opportunities, please contact us to find out more! 

Training takes place regularly at the Razzamataz Head Office in the beautiful Lake District and Flagship school Razzamataz Carlisle. Get in touch Email: franchise@razzamataz.co.uk Visit: https://www.razzamataz.co.uk/

Book an online Discovery Den: https://www.razzamataz.co.uk/franchise-opps/book-discovery-den/

 

Dubai and UAE opportunity

The UK franchisor is seeking a single unit or area developer particularly for Dubai & Abu Dhabi to partner with our expert team in bringing Razzamataz Theatre Schools to Dubai and the UAE. Full training will be provided in the UK, with ongoing, hands-on support from our dedicated team, who will visit the UAE to ensure your success. Projected turnover varies dependant on size of territory taken. Contact the Head Office on franchise@razzamataz.co.uk or Denise on WhatsApp  +44 7801843007.

 

Hear from our franchisees

“I truly valued the opportunity to connect with other Principals on a deeper level. My coaching session with Emily was especially impactful and it pushed me out of my comfort zone and encouraged me to focus not just on my business, but on myself as well. I’m excited to take the insights I’ve gained back to the UK and apply them to both my personal growth and the growth of my business,” Brittany Arthur, Principal, Razzamataz Lancaster

 

“Spending quality time with fellow franchisees was an incredible experience. It was not only a great opportunity to bond, but also to learn from one another. The 1:1 coaching sessions were particularly valuable, offering personalised insights and strategies that will help take my business to the next level. I’m incredibly grateful for the support and knowledge gained,” Samantha Wingfield-Jones, Principal, Razzamataz Leighton Buzzard

 

“The whole experience has been eye opening, not just the culture of Dubai and UAE and the retreat which has been personal, but my biggest take home has been meeting and discovering other Principals that I’ve not connected with before and learning how much we have in common and how much we can learn from each other regardless of our differences,” Michaela Crumpton, Principal Razzamataz Bristol North & South

 

“I am so grateful for this opportunity and I’ve left feeling inspired by the others on the retreat. I’ve set myself some new goals as a leader and for my role within the two schools and I’m excited to support Debbie in the growth of the schools. I’m coming back reset and refreshed,” Lauren Kirkbride, Assistant Principal Razzamataz Carlisle and Dumfries

 

“It’s been an exciting  experience, and I’ve loved every moment of it. The opportunity to learn about Dubai, the UAE, and its culture has been fantastic,” Jessica, Razzamataz South Lakes

“It was so powerful. It’s so important that children get these opportunities. Absolutely brilliant,” audience member at GESS Dubai.

This was just one of the many enthusiastic responses from an educator and an audience member at the prestigious GESS (Global Educational Supplies & Solutions) Dubai Conference, where UK based Razzamataz Theatre Schools were invited to showcase the skills of their amazing students. The performance offered the chance for the young people to demonstrate what they learn each week at Razzamataz and it was particularly impressive as the cast members came from schools across the UK, rehearsing remotely with the choreographer who put together an emotional production of several songs from the global smash hit Matilda the Musical.

The trip was extraordinary for students, who brought their talents to an international stage and left a powerful impression on educators from around the world. Invited by the UK Trade Mission to perform at the prestigious GESS Dubai Conference, the students demonstrated how the performing arts can foster confidence, creativity, and resilience in young people. The audience were warm, welcoming and truly appreciative of the performers with another education leader saying: “That’s been the best part of this entire event.”  

In addition to their performance, the Razzamataz team participated in the Leaders in Education Conference, where they shared insights from their 25 years of experience fostering creativity and self-reflection in young people. The team spoke on topics such as “The Importance of Performing Arts Education in Schools Today” and “The Art of Resilience: How Performing Arts Foster Emotional and Social Growth in Young People.” The GESS theme of “Combine, Connect, and Create” resonated with the Razzamataz mission to connect young people with enriching opportunities that inspire passion and growth.

“As well as offering exceptional performing arts training, Razzamataz is about creating magical memories to last a lifetime, with this trip, we think we’ve done just that,” said Denise Gosney, MD and Founder of Razzamataz. “Our young people not only got a chance to share their talents and enthusiasm for performing arts with teachers from across the world, but they also had the chance to visit the city and experience some of its most iconic landmarks.”

The trip has had an impact on so many of the students as they have had the chance to delve into what participation in performing arts has given them, with Corey, age 18, from Razzamataz Weymouth saying: “Drama plays a crucial role in my life as it allows me to express my creativity and delve into different stories and characters. It has helped me understand myself better by exploring various emotions and perspectives. Through acting, I’ve been able to connect with others on a deeper level, sharing experiences and feelings that resonate with audiences, making them feel something meaningful.”

He goes on to express the huge impact the last few days in Dubai had on him explaining: “The trip was truly inspiring and has opened up opportunities we never thought possible. We’ve gained so much insight into the local culture, and the performance opportunity was absolutely incredible. It’s an experience that has broadened our horizon in ways we hadn’t imagined.”

Beyond the conference, students immersed themselves in the vibrant culture of Dubai, enjoying views from the Burj Khalifa, exploring future technologies at the Museum of the Future, and a mesmerising Dhow Cruise to name but a few memory-making excursions. This trip provided quality time with friends and family, leaving a lasting impression on everyone involved as Srita, the mother of Gia from Razzamataz Mansfield, reflects: “As a parent it was a wonderful being part of the Razzamataz community in this once in a lifetime experience. Something I will never forget! I was given a brilliant welcome and I can see why my daughter loves going to Razzamataz. The skills gained over the years have all come together for this epic performance. The whole experience was expertly put together.”

This visit also underscored Razzamataz’s ongoing international expansion efforts, as the Head Office made wonderful connections with schools looking to partner with Razzamataz to offer outstanding performing arts education as well as individuals who are interested in running their own Razzamataz school in Dubai and the UAE. Currently, the UK team are searching for exceptional teachers to be part of the first Dubai school to open in 2025.

Next year, Razzamataz will be celebrating its 25th anniversary at the Eiffel Tower in Paris and is exceptionally proud to have positively impacted the lives of young people through performing arts. With decades of experience, Razzamataz is excited to take its unique take on performing arts education global, reaching even more students around the world.

 

UK opportunity

Join us in time for our 25th Anniversary celebrations at The Eiffel Tower, Paris next September! Ask about our finance options to help you fund your future! Don’t make finance an obstacle. Potential turnover is in the region of £300,000+ if working on the business full time and with adding our additional revenue streams.

Every now and again we have resale opportunities, please contact us to find out more! 

Training takes place regularly at the Razzamataz Head Office in the beautiful Lake District and Flagship school Razzamataz Carlisle. Get in touch Email: franchise@razzamataz.co.uk Visit: https://www.razzamataz.co.uk/

Book an online Discovery Den: https://www.razzamataz.co.uk/franchise-opps/book-discovery-den/

 

Dubai and UAE opportunity

The UK franchisor is seeking a single unit or area developer particularly for Dubai & Abu Dhabi to partner with our expert team in bringing Razzamataz Theatre Schools to Dubai and the UAE. Full training will be provided in the UK, with ongoing, hands-on support from our dedicated team, who will visit the UAE to ensure your success. Projected turnover varies dependant on size of territory taken. Contact the Head Office on franchise@razzamataz.co.uk or Denise on WhatsApp  +44 7801843007.