Laine Theatre Arts

Laine Theatre Arts, sometimes referred to as Laines, is an independent performing arts college, based in the town of Epsom in Surrey, England. The college was founded in 1974 by former professional dancer and dance teacher Betty Laine OBE, and developed from an earlier school, the Frecker-Laine School of Dancing. It provides specialist vocational training in dance and musical theatre. The College prepares students for a professional career in the performing arts. The college is accredited by the Council for Dance Education and Training and as of 2025 the College is registered by The Office for Students for its HE provision. It offers Qualifications and Curriculum Authority recognised qualifications validated by the Trinity College London and the Ba (Hons) courses are validated by the University of Portsmouth. Key areas of study include singing, acting and dancing ( Musical Theatre). It was rated "Good" by Ofsted in 2023. As of 2023 Olivier award winning Choreographer Matt Cole joined the College as the Principal and Artistic Director. The College is governed by a board of Directors which is chaired by Professor Mark Hunt.