About Musical Mayhem London CIC

We believe performing arts should be for everyone

A performing arts club where everyone belongs

Musical Mayhem London is a Southwark-based performing arts club offering fun, inclusive classes for all ages – with sensory classes for babies and toddlers, through to children’s musical theatre sessions, performing arts holiday workshops, and adult dance fitness classes. As an independent Community Interest Company (CIC), we’re passionate about making the joy of dance, drama and music accessible to everyone. We are also registered with Ofsted, ensuring our provision meets recognised standards of care, safety and quality.

Founded in 2014 by Lyndsey Rogerson, Musical Mayhem has spent over a decade striking the perfect balance between learning, creativity and joyful mayhem. When you join one of our classes, you become part of the Musical Mayhem Family – a supportive community of children, parents, carers and adults who love to move, play and perform.

We’re proud to be a trusted support network for families across London, offering free community events throughout the year, alongside our acting, singing and dance programmes. Many of our students have grown with us, from taking their earliest classes and now turning into confident, inspiring young adults – and that’s the real magic of Musical Mayhem.

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Meet our team

The Musical Mayhem Mission

To make performing arts inclusive and inspiring for all.

We nurture confidence, connection, and creativity within our South East London community.

CONFIDENCE

CONNECTION

CREATIVITY

Meet the masterminds behind the magic at Musical Mayhem

Lyndsey Rogerson

Director and Teacher

Lyndsey trained at The Urdang Academy in Musical Theatre, graduating in 2013. She has a strong passion for singing, and created the UK’s only female Queen Tribute band, Fat Bottomed Girls and performed at the Queen Convention 2019. Lyndsey established Musical Mayhem London, to help nurture children to be strong, independent and brave. Musical Theatre is a perfect way to give children the freedom to play whilst learning to sing, dance and act, but most importantly having fun.
Lyndsey loves teaching students of all ages, and now also offers private singing, drama and confidence classes. Lyndsey believes Musical Mayhem is much more than just an after school club. Whilst most Theatre Schools are intent on maximising profits, or nurturing talented performers, the ethos of Musical Mayhem is to build confidence in young people from all walks of life.

Claire

Claire trained at The Hammond School, Bird College and the London School of Musical Theatre. Alongside a professional career in the industry, Claire has taught all across the globe and finds joy in seeing young people evolve and grow in her lessons. She loves being part of their journey.

Amy

Amy is originally from Dublin, Ireland but moved to London in 2020 to study musical theatre. She has since graduated with a musical theatre degree from London Studio Centre. Amy thoroughly enjoys her Musical Mayhem classes every week.

Luke

Luke trained at Doreen Bird College graduating with a BA(Hons) in Professional Dance and Musical Theatre. Luke has performed in various shows since graduating. CHICAGO (European Tour) Around the World in 80 days as Dance Captain (Union Theatre), Jack and The Beanstalk, Dick Whittington, Cinderella, Aladdin, Sleeping Beauty, (Norwich Theatre Royal), Where he has undertaken the role of Dance Captain and Swing. West End Brunch (Studio 88). Luke has been teaching Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Musical Theatre and Street dance for the last 14 years. Luke works in many schools delivering dance and drama workshops and supporting students with additional needs. Luke has qualifications in Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health and Understanding Behaviours that Challenge. Luke has been with Musical Mayhem now for several years. He is a passionate performer and a vibrant, engaging teacher.

Olivia

Olivia is a teacher and musical theatre performer based in South East London. She teaches all disciplines to all ages and loves using her experience working professionally in the Musical Theatre industry for her teaching. Liv adores working for Musical Mayhem Holiday camps and can’t wait for the year ahead!

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Kelsie

Kelsie is enjoying performing the the west end cast of ‘The Producers’ at the Garrick Theatre, London.

Betsey

Betsey is originally from London and began her training at ArtsEd, where she studied Musical Theatre on the Sixth Form BTEC course. She is currently in her second year of professional training on the BA Musical Theatre degree at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. Betsey thoroughly enjoys working at Musical Mayhem and loves teaching and inspiring young performers each week.

Briar

Originally from New Zealand, Briar has recently moved to London – mostly to see as many shows as she possibly can! Briar has extensive experience teaching and working in theatre in her hometown of Christchurch, with recent highlights including playing Mrs Lyons in Blood Brothers, Fantine in Les Miserablés, and Sophie in Mamma Mia. She is an experienced Musical Director, with shows including Catch Me If You Can, Annie and High School Musical. A trained classroom teacher, Briar has taught English, drama, singing and music across a range of contexts for over a decade. She is passionate about opening up accessibility to the arts to as many children as possible, and absolutely loves watching students develop the same love of music and performance that she was lucky enough to have from a young age.

Kayleigh

Originally from Australia, Kayleigh trained in dance and theatre throughout her childhood. She completed specialist dance and musical theatre training during high school, which led her to pursue an undergraduate degree in Creative Industries. During this time, she developed a strong understanding of the entertainment industry and further deepened her passion for dance. Alongside her studies, Kayleigh began teaching at a local dance company, delivering classes in RAD ballet, contemporary, musical theatre jazz, and cover classes.

Kayleigh holds a Master’s degree in Dance Movement Psychotherapy, specialising in the use of creative mediums to support communication and expression. She is passionate about both her roles as a dance teacher and Dance Movement Psychotherapist, as she can integrate a wellbeing‑focused and therapeutic perspective into her teaching to enhance children’s learning, confidence, and enjoyment of dance. She is committed to creating a positive, safe, and inclusive class environment where children feel inspired to move, create, and reach their full potential

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What to Expect

What to expect when you join Musical Mayhem Class

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A friendly and welcoming community for children and their grown-ups

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Genuine connection and care

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Confidence-building activities and creative exercises

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Performance opportunities throughout the year

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No judgement, just joy

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All abilities welcome…always!

Our Classes

Explore our performing arts sessions and classes.

Miniatures - Baby & Toddler Classes

Children’s Theatre Academy Classes

Adult Dance Fitness Classes

School Holiday Workshops

Because every child deserves the chance to shine

Bursary Support for performing arts classes, camps and workshops

At Musical Mayhem London CIC, we believe that everyone – children, young people and adults – should have the opportunity to enjoy the confidence, creativity and connection that performing arts can bring. We understand that circumstances vary, and sometimes a little extra support can make all the difference. That’s why we created our Bursary Fund: to ensure that cost is never a barrier to joining our performing arts classes, workshops or holiday programmes.

Through this fund, we’re proud to offer a range of funded and part-funded places each term, across all of our programmes, from our Miniature sessions to the Children’s Theatre Academy, and, even, our Adult Dance Classes. Everyone deserves the chance to shine.

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How it works

Each term we can offer full or partially funded places for families most in need of support

Every bursary place is made possible through the generosity of our funders, sponsors, and community donations.

How to apply

If you’d like to apply for a bursary place, please complete our short Bursary Application Form. All applications are handled sensitively and confidentially by our team.

Apply for a bursary here

Be part of the magic

Our Funders and Supporters

At Musical Mayhem London CIC, we believe it truly takes a village to make the arts accessible to everyone. Our work is made possible thanks to the incredible generosity of our funders, sponsors and community partners who share our vision of inclusive, inspiring performing arts for all.

Together, they help us provide bursary places, free enrichment classes in schools, intergenerational programmes, and community performances that bring joy to children, families, and older residents across South London.

With heartfelt thanks to:

Southwark Council

For supporting our neighbourhood enrichment and bursary initiatives

Appleby Blue

For championing our intergenerational sessions that bring children and residents together through song and movement

Dockland Settlements

For providing a home for our classes and holiday workshops

Alex & Matteo

For sponsoring our community outreach and performance projects

Canada Water Studios

For partnering with us to make professional spaces accessible to local children and families

Amicable

For generous donations over the last two years

How to support Magical Mayhem London

Help more children find their voice, their confidence and their sparkle

Every partnership helps us keep our classes affordable, our bursaries open, and our community connected through creativity. You can:

Make a one-off or regular donation
Sponsor a child’s place
Nominate us for community grants or workplace giving
Partner with us

If you, your business or organisation would like to support our mission, we’d love to hear from you. Whether it’s donating, funding bursary places, sponsoring events, or providing community space, your support helps keep the magic alive for everyone.

Every donation makes a difference.

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