Youngsters fighting boredom and looking to learn a new skill on the weekends can take advantage of free performing arts classes taught by professional tutors.

Leaders Performing Arts School which is funded by Big Creative Academy in Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow is offering singing, drama and dance classes for seven to 18-year-olds.

The classes will be taught by instructors working with global brands such as MTV, X Factor and Disney and will focus on building confidence and self-esteem.

Leaders Performing Arts School is funded by Big Creative Academy’s Big Lottery grant and LVE Charitable Foundation to provide activities for young people.

The first class will take place on Saturday, November 25 at 2pm at Big Creative.

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