A West End leading lady has launched a performing arts school in the heart of Bromley.

Professional performer Lauren Varnham hosted her first day of musical theatre lessons with help from fellow West End stars at Ravensbourne School on Hayes Lane.

The 25-year-old, of Ridley Road, began dancing aged three and has performed leading roles in We Will Rock You, Hairspray, Carousel and High School Musical to name a few.

Children, aged four to seven, sang their hearts out during a Disney’s Frozen workshop taught by fellow We Will Rock You star, Sarah French.

And kids, aged eight to 12, were treated to a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory workshop from original cast member Jane McMurtie.

Older children enjoyed a Matilda workshop with Leanne Pinder, who recently helped to choreograph the show on Broadway.

Ms Varnham said: "The kids came out loving it. We had a great turnout.

"I feel relieved. It went as well as I could have hoped."

To find out more about the school, which opened on Saturday (January 17) visit: www.lvperformingarts.co.uk