MEET THE TEAM
At Rising Aspirations, we have a fantastic team of highly qualified, experienced, nurturing and encouraging teachers! You can meet them, here!
LAURA - Owner & Principal
Laura graduated with a PGCE in Secondary Education (Drama) from Goldsmith's University as well as a First Class BA Hons in Performing Arts (Film, TV & Stage) from Buckinghamshire New University. Prior to this, Laura studied Musical Theatre at The Oxford School of Drama. Laura has trained with LAMDA and Trinity College London, obtaining a PCertLAM in Musical Theatre Teaching & LAMDA Acting Grade 8.
ELLEN - Head of Singing
Ellen trained at Wilkes Academy in Musical Theatre, Singing and Dance as well as achieving Intermediate Ballet, Modern and Musical Theatre. Ellen performed in the touring production of 'The Secret Garden' playing Mary Lennox and has also worked professionally abroad with TUI and Brittany Ferries as a performer. Ellen is currently working towards her MA Masters Degree in Voice Pedagogy.
SHANNON - Head of Dance
Shannon graduated from the University of Chichester with a BA Hons Degree in Musical Theatre & Acting for Film. She is also trained in ISTD Ballet, Tap and Modern and in RAD Ballet, up to advanced level. Shannon has experience performing with prestigious companies such as, The Russian Ballet, The English Youth Ballet and The English National Ballet.
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BRYONY - Dance & Performing Arts Teacher
Bryony has trained in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre and Lyrical since the age of 5, before completing her Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts at READ College. Bryony has also trained in Musical Theatre & Dance at London Studio Centre. Bryony has performed in a range of musical theatre productions including Annie and The Little Mermaid.
GEORGIA - LITTLE STARS LEADER
Georgia began as a student at Rising Aspirations back in 2010, before training with Judith Hockaday School of Dance & Drama. Georgia has also completed a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts and is a qualified Street and Commercial Dance Teacher. .
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MOYRA - Dance & Performing Arts Teacher
21 year old Moyra, who hails from Scotland, is currently studying at Wilkes Academy, training professionally in musical theatre, commercial, ballet, jazz and contemporary dance. Prior to this, Moyra danced with Monument Dance Centre.
ROSIE - Assistant & Cover Teacher
Rosie graduated from University of Wales Trinity Saint David with a First Class BA Hons degree in Theatre Design & Production. She is a freelance puppeteer and puppet builder, who most recently collaborated with Concept Players for their production of Into the Woods.
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