Croydon's leading free performing and creative arts school, The BRIT, is launching a series of pop-performances this month.

From 28 November, BRIT Presents, a new programme of outdoor showcases in public spaces, will offer shoppers and visitors a range of free entertainment from students in the run up to Christmas.

With alumni including Adele, Katy B, Leona Lewis, Katie Tempest, Loyle Carner and many more, the school is renowned for producing some of the biggest names in performing arts.

BRIT Presents will include a mix of performances from some of the most talented pupils, ranging from musical theatre classics to their own compositions.

The programme gets under way on 29 November when Khronos dance troupe perform at Centrale Shopping Centre at 4.30pm, 5pm and 5.30pm.

On Wednesday 5 December, musical theatre students will perform two 30-minute shows at North End at 5pm and 6pm.

The final performances before Christmas will take place on Wednesday 12 December, when musical theatre students will perform two 30-minute shows in the pedestrianised area of the High Street.

Councillor Oliver Lewis, cabinet member for culture, leisure and sport, said: “This exciting new addition to our cultural calendar, BRIT Presents, goes absolutely to the heart of our arts ethos in Croydon. We are bringing first-class entertainment to our town centre, accessible, free and open to all, while creating showcase opportunities for some of our most talented young people.

“The BRIT School is renowned for producing some of the biggest names in performing arts, so Croydon’s shoppers could be well enjoying performances from the stars of tomorrow. We’re incredibly proud to have them all here in Croydon, and I’m delighted more people will have the opportunity to enjoy their creativity.”