WHO WE ARE
"MUSIC IS WHAT CONNECTS US ALL. WHEN I AM DANCING, SINGING AND ACTING AT THE OSMF, I AM COMING HOME." - Ninnoc
THE OLD-SCHOOL MUSICAL FOUNDATION
The Old-School Musical Foundation (OSMF) is a talent development programme in musical theatre (the 'Performing Arts') for children and youngsters. Our students are trained in the three disciplines of theatre: dance, drama and vocals. The programme consists of skill development, physical training and mentality training. In order to get the best out of the students and help them to professionalize their talent, every aspect of the Performing Arts is taken into account, from training-sessions to performing on stage.
SHOWS
Multiple types of projects:
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Musical projects
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Stage performances during events (e.g. SAIL Amsterdam 2015)
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Theatre shows created, directed and choreographed by Sue Chaloner
HEAD OF THE FOUNDATION
Sue Chaloner
Sue Chaloner, the Head of the Foundation, is responsible for the individual talent development of the students and the creation, direction and choreography of the shows.
With more than 50 years of experience in the music and Performing Arts industry, Chaloner is able as no other to spot and further develop talent. From experience, she knows what it takes to become a professional in the international Performing Arts. She teaches the students not only the required skills, but also the mentality that is needed to succeed in theatre.
Chaloner entered the showbusiness at the age of 2 when she did her first TV-commercial. Chaloner played in many professional shows, musical and television productions. She was one half of the well-known duo Spooky & Sue, and played with her Soultrain all over the world. Chaloner's love for music and theatre is her driving force; her goal is to pass on her experience in the international music and Performing Arts industry to the next generation.
CREDENTIALS
Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA) London
Guildhall School of Music & Drama London
International Dancing Masters Association
Associate Member of Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing
EXPERIENCE
Musicals/shows
Musical Golden Boy
Musical Hair (British cast)
Mounties Show (Seth Gaaikema)
Tours
International festivals & shows
BB King & Ray Charles support
i.e. Latin & Jazz Festival Aruba
Ronnie Scotts London
Studio work
Studio projects with i.e. Falco, Ginger Baker, Frank Boeijen, Boudewijn de Groot, Denny Cordell
Studio productions with i.e. Ray, Goodman, Brown, Basil Gabbidon (Steel Pulse)
Spooky & Sue
Soultrain
Television Series
i.e. Onedin-Line
Z-Cars
Softly Softly
Play for Today: Friday (BBC)
Love Thy Neighbour
Soundtrack Commercials
i.e. Heineken, Amstel, Chocomel, Nutricia
Soundtrack Film
i.e. Don't Try To Change Me Schatjes 2: 'Mama is Boos'
DISCOGRAPHY
British Cast of Hair
Spooky & Sue
Swinging On A Star
You Talk Too Much
I've Got The Need
Do You Dig It
You've Got What It Takes
Don't Try To Change Me
What I Know
Give Me Love
Tip For The Top
Missin' Mr. Marley
Lost In Your Love
Primitive
Appreciation
Answer My Prayer
Heaven Sent Heaven
Work It Out
It's Over Now
I Wanna Thank You
Can't Get Over Loving You
Conscience
Living On The Edge
Walk In My World
Do You Love Me?
Move On Up
OUR STUDENTS' STORIES
Mirte
Student for 9 years
"I used to be a very shy and insecure girl, but the OSMF changed it all. You do not only learn how to dance, sing and act, but you develop in a social way as well. The last several years my self-image changed. I’ve become more aware of the things I can do and the things I still have to work on. It has allowed me to make a lot of progress. I have been at the OSMF for nine years, and I hope that there are many more years to come."
Sam
Student for 3 years
“I work hard for my dreams, so that one day I will stand on that stage! The OSMF gives me the strength to fight for my passion. I found my passion and purpose here; it helps me grow. It makes my life perfect, exactly the way I want it to be…”
Mairead
Student for 3 years
“At the beginning, I felt scared because I thought I wasn’t good enough for all these amazing dancers and actors. But when I was at the OSMF, I realized that it didn’t matter at all, because we are here for the same reason. This is our passion; this is what we do! And this is such a great group of people, because we are not just a class: we are a family. I’m so happy that I’m a part of this family."
Isobel
Student for 1 years
“I joined the OSMF this year. I came and watched a workshop and instantly knew I wanted to join. When you come here, you’re a part of something. From day one I felt like part of the family. While being here my passion for dance became stronger, but I also developed a passion for the theatre. My whole life revolves around it. To the point where I dance and sing around the house, and when I can’t sleep at 11 o’clock at night I get up and start dancing. It’s something I can do at any time. When I’m sad, angry, happy or excited. It isn’t just a passion. It is my life.”
ORGANIZATION
Production Manager & Treasurer
Charlotte Lemstra
Founder creative MATTERS
productions
Marketing
Ingeborg Lemstra
Event Coordinator
Hilton Royal Parc Soestduinen
Chairman
Eline Lemstra
Founder Lemstra-Makelaardij
Media & Design
Emily White
Bachelor of Design | AKV St. Joost
Bachelor of Music | Fontys
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