MEET YOUR FACULTY
The Academy Faculty are all professional performers who teach alongside their performing careers which ensures
we bring the young people of Bushey and Watford the most current and professional training available!
Please click on the links below to view our faculty's full profiles.
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All of our Faculty are fully DBS checked, trained in first aid and hold a "Preventing Covid-19" certificate.
SARA BISPHAM
Born and raised in Bushey, West End Actress Sara launched The Academy in 2015. Sara trained at the Sylvia Young Theatre School where she was Head Girl and Laine Theatre Arts. She most recently appeared in "42nd Street" at Theatre Royal, Drury L...(read more)
HANNAH CHAPMAN
Hannah trained at The Centre of Performing Arts. Her most recent theatre credits include: Louise in "Carousel" and Margot in "Legally Blonde". Hannah has also appeared in "Footloose", "Singin' in The Rain", "The Wedding Singer" and "Anything Goes"... (read more)
JO BISPHAM
Jo trained at the world famous Italia Conti Academy and has since gone on to dance all over the world. She also works extensively as a choreographer in Stage, TV and Film and is currently running the Musical Theatre department of Top Talent Agenc...(read more)
JAMES D-WILLIAMS
James trained at London Studio Centre. He has danced for "The Brit Awards," "Britain’s Got Talent" and commercials for "Adidas", "Dolce and Gabbana", "Burberry" and "Erdgas". James has spent the past 3 years travelling the world as part of the International Cast of the musical "Wicked". Other theatre work... (read more)
LEAH GREGORCZYCK
Leah trained at MADD College in Nottingham graduating with a National Diploma in Dance. She is currently a Resident Teacher at the world famous Pineapple Dance Studios in Covent Garden. Leah is also Creative Director of The London Girls, providing ...(read more)
ZOE CLAYTON
Zoe is currently training in the Performing Arts at LMA London. Zoe has appeared in several TV Shows including: "Eastenders' (BBC), "Holby City (BBC) and "Mr Selfridge" (ITV). Zoe has also appeared in several Theatre... (read more)
MARC PICKERING
Marc is most well known for his portrayal of Young Nucky Thompson in HBO's "Boardwalk Empire". He first appeared on screen in "Sleepy Hollow" staring opposite Johnny Depp and Christina Ricci and went on to appear in "Calendar Girls" opposite Helen (read more)
BETTY JONES
Betty trained in Musical Theatre at the world famous Mountview Academy. She most recently performed at The Old Vic's 100th Anniversary Gala Concert. Other theatre included: Jane in "Jane Eyre", Charlotte in "A Little Night Music", Mary in...(read more)
EMILY PARKER
Emily graduated from Chichester University with a First Class BA Hons in Musical Theatre and Voice. Emily furthered her training at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama graduating with her Masters in Musical Theatre and the Saville Scholar ... (read more)
ZOE ROGERS
Zoe studied Musical Theatre at the highly prestigious Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. Zoe made her West End Debut as Gladys in "42nd Street"at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Other theatre includes: Babe Williams in "Pyjama Game"... (read more)
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STUART MACIVER
SINGING AND SCREEN ACTING
Stuart trained at Guildford School of Acting graduating with a BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre. Stuart is currently appearing in the West End musical "Wicked" at the Apollo Vicotria Theatre, covering the role of The Wizard and Doctor Dillamond.... (read more)
TOM BARRETT
Tom first joined The Academy as an Assistant Teacher and now works with our youngest students teaching Drama and Screen Acting. Tom has been involved with The Pump House Theatre for many years, training... (read more)
WORKSHOP LEADERS
As part of The Academy Kid's training, every half term we bring in an industry
professional to work with them on a specialised subject.
Previous workshop leaders include:
MILLIE O'CONNELL
GEORGE HINSON
VICTORIA PASSION
JENNY LEGG
COURTNEY GEORGE
ALICE O'HANLON
JAMES LILEY
LISA DENT
BECKY HERSZENHORN
DANI ACORS
JENNY WICKHAM
OLIVIA MELLODEY
HELEN SIMMONS
KATY OSBORNE
CAROLYN SHARPE