OUR TEACHERS
Our teachers are passionate believers in the many benefits of performing arts.
Our teachers are passionate believers in the many benefits of performing arts. Whether a child is destined for life on stage and screen, or simply needs encouragement to come out of their shell, we believe that staying active, exploring creativity, building confidence and developing new talents through commitment and discipline to training are all invaluable skills for life. Therefore, it is our mission to ensure every child at PSSA feels safe and supported to express themselves and unlock their potential. We do this by creating a fun filled environment!
As Director of PSSA, Amelia is a passionate believer in the benefits of performing arts. Whether a child is destined for life on stage and screen, or simply needs encouragement to come out of their shell, it is her mission to ensure every child at PSSA feels safe and supported to express themselves and unlock their potential.
Amelia is actively involved in all Academies; guest teaching, overseeing staff training, producing the annual shows and ensuring PSSA’s aims and objectives are maintained through every strand of the company.
Jazz loves cold water swimming… and is constantly scouting out new outdoor swimming spots to explore!
Farran absolutely loves theatre and some of her credits include: The Oresteia (HOME), Young Persons Guide to the Orchestra (Bridgewater Hall), Congregation (North Wall Arts Centre), Baby Blues (Etcetera Theatre) and a UK tour of The Wizard of Oz. She has also performed in many short films, commercials, voice over projects and TIE shows.
Farran has previously worked for National Youth Theatre and when she isn’t performing Farran works with children with special educational needs and she is a Makaton signer!
She has since worked in the community and education for over four years. She worked and lived at a boarding school in Wiltshire, where she choreographed shows such as Cabaret, Seussical, Matilda and Annie. She is currently working towards a Diploma in Dance Teaching and Learning at Trinity Laban Conservatoire.
Bethany has travelled all over the world, her first experience was going to Japan for a month at the age of 11!
You may also see Aaron at home on a different kind of stage, Aaron has earned critical acclaim as one of the top commercial DJ’s on the London nightclub scene, performing to crowds upwards of 2,000 adoring music fans at the city’s top venues and 5 star hotels. Aaron also gained international notoriety during his headline performance at the ‘Xmas on The Dancefloor’ festival in Viseu, Portugal.
Aaron has been a singing teacher for many years and he is extremely passionate about children understanding vocal technique.
Her favourite musical is Hamilton and claims she can rap the whole album with her eyes closed!
She recently performed in the UK Tour and West End run of David Walliams’ ‘Gangsta Granny’. A Job which she absolutely loved and is proud to say was nominated for an Olivier Award.
Other credits include; ‘Horrible Christmas’ at the Lowry Theatre, Hedy Lamarr in Stylist Magazine’s ‘Visible Women’ and Jennifer Lee Prior in ‘Autopsy the Last hours of …’
Sophie loves teaching; spreading her passion for Drama and seeing children explore, embrace and express themselves. As well as teaching drama all over London, Sophie also works as a Facilitator for The Old Vic Theatre and volunteers for Tramshed Theatre.
Fun fact … Sophie was named after her sister’s teddy bear.
Fun fact... Bex’s dream artist to dance or choreograph for is Lady Gaga!
More recently, Jasette has moved into television and film. She featured in ‘Doctors’, shot adverts for Visa in Israel and Ford in the UK, and the feature film ‘Death Race 4’ alongside Danny Glover, which was released worldwide in early 2018 and recently starred in an Ella Eyre video.
Jasette has an excellent reputation as a vocal coach, with a passion for helping build young performers confidence and stamina. She has taught in many schools throughout the country with The British Gospel Arts Consortium , Magic Beans Theatre Company and also L.E.A.D.E.R.S community arts.
Fun fact….. Jass featured on X Factor 2014 for her vocal coaching work with finalist Fleur East.
Since graduating she has been working on a number of exciting TV projects!
Some of these include Alpha Minus Woman in Brave New World (SKY1),
The Stand Up Sketch show (ITV2), commercials for TIKTOK & ICON and many more!
When not teaching or on set, you’ll find her checking out every restaurant in London.
She claims you’ll never meet more of a foodie than her!
Fun fact - Maisie performed in ‘The Wheel of Destiny’ in the grand opening ceremony of Disneyland Paris’s 25th Anniversary Parade.
Fun fact…. She is one half of writing duo Carey-Hills & Hendricks, and has a musical currently in West End development!
As a Nanny and Party Entertainer Ellie loves seeing how imaginative children can be, and can often be found dressed as a Disney Princess at weekends singing at parties.
Fun fact... Ellie has a Simba cuddly toy (her favourite Disney character.)
Professional credits include ‘Eugenius’ at The Other Palace, ‘Wizard of Oz’ with Birmingham Rep and he made his West End debut in smash hit musical ‘& Juliet’ at The Shaftesbury Theatre.
Dillon is a passionate dancer and loves working with children teaching the foundations of street dance and hip hop.
Fun fact… if you’re in Chiswick you might just spot Dillon running his coffee cart!
A skilled dancer, singer and actress as well as playing multiple instruments. She’s extremely passionate about musical theatre and has just finished working on a workshopping a brand new musical, Everlasting Lily.
Fun fact….. Rhianna is obsessed with eating peanut butter from the jar.
Theatre Credits Include Grease (Goodwood Revival) Singing in the Rain (Adelphi Theatre) Dance Captain and Singer/Dancer (P&O Cruises, Australia) Aladdin (Towngate Theatre) Gigi (Open Air Theatre, Regents Park) Fantastic Mr Fox (Open Air Theatre, Regents Park) Jack and the Beanstalk (Cliffs Pavilion, Southend)
Shelby was also a part of the original casting team for SIX The Musical.
Since graduating, Lizzie’s professional credits include: RENT (Frogmore Papermill), Bare: A Pop Opera (The Vaults) and Snow White and the Seven Dwarves (Basildon Towngate Theatre).
You will also occasionally find Lizzie singing in West End Musicals concerts in Crystal Palace!
Lizzie loves to help children find their confidence with performing, and believes in work that is polished and fun.
Fun fact… you will often find Lizzie with her nose stuck in a book!