The Musicalschule Ahrensburg, founded in 2014 by Musical Creations Entertainment GmbH in 2014, has established itself as a leading institution for musical theatre training since its foundation. Born out of direct demand from enthusiastic workshop participants, the school has grown organically into a vibrant centre for the performing arts. Driven by the deep passion and wealth of experience of its founders, the artist couple Jacqui Dunnley-Wendt and Hauke Wendt, as well as a highly qualified team, the Musicalschule Ahrensburg sets the standard in the industry.
Jacqui Dunnley-Wendt, an internationally sought-after director, choreographer and teacher who trained at, amongst other places, the renowned Urdang Academy in London and has many years of stage experience, brings, together with her husband, the musician and conductor Hauke Wendt , is bringing their vision of a well-founded, passionate education at the MSA to life. Here, we present the MSA’s mission statement.
Unlocking potential: The MSA’s mission
A central element of the Musicalschule Ahrensburg’s mission is the unique combination of a broad-based approach and the targeted support for highly gifted students. The school creates an inspiring atmosphere in which every individual can flourish in their own way. At the same time, ambitious talents are given a concrete opportunity to prepare for the demanding entrance examinations at art colleges and universities of the arts.
The school management and the instructors take an individual approach to each student, identifying personal potential and providing support when faced with challenges, so that opportunities can be made the most of. In doing so, the team consistently combines a high level of professional expertise with a humanistic, personal touch, fostering not only artistic skill but also personal development. The Musicalschule Ahrensburg’s programme is aimed at a broad audience: from children aged 3 and above to teenagers and young adults with professional ambitions. Adult students and former stage professionals are also very welcome to pursue and develop their passion for musical theatre.
Mission, Values and Vision: The Pillars of the MSA
The work of the Musicalschule Ahrensburg is based on the core values of excellence, passion, inclusion and mutual respect. The MSA firmly believes that artistic development goes hand in hand with personal growth and fosters an environment in which creativity and discipline are equally valued. In particular, the Musicalschule Ahrensburg stands out thanks to the extensive wealth of experience of its owners and team in first-class productions in the fields of musicals and shows – a decisive advantage and what sets it apart from most other similar institutions.
Inclusion and diversity are practised openly and directly at the MSA, and this approach is actively encouraged. Creativity and innovation are fostered not only in the artistic sphere through experimental projects, but also through technological innovations, such as the unprecedentedly comprehensive and lovingly designed online teaching programme during the COVID pandemic and hybrid teaching options.
The Musicalschule Ahrensburg strives to establish itself as a nationally recognised centre for musical theatre training . Its vision is not only to produce outstanding artists, but also to create a vibrant community that shares a passion for musical theatre and grows together. Graduates are prepared not only for the stage but also for a fulfilling artistic life, and are supported even after their training by a strong alumni network . The team’s extensive network of leading figures in the national and international musical theatre scene is a great asset in this regard.
Community involvement
Beyond the classroom, the Musicalschule Ahrensburg is actively involved in the local community by regularly offering performances and workshops, and has established itself as a cultural hub in Ahrensburg. The school sees itself as an integral part of society and aims to bring musical theatre to life as a unifying element . Its recognition by the state of Schleswig-Holstein as preparatory to vocational training underlines the high quality and the standards of the training. The successes of the students, who have made it onto the stages of renowned German theatres and even into recording studios (including for the children’s channel KiKA), speak for themselves and attest to the excellence of the Musicalschule Ahrensburg.