Meet the Team
BWA teachers are exceptional and selected by their experience and their passion to inspire and guide children in their artistic journey.
Principal
Elizabeth Reeves
I am passionate about bringing first rate teaching of The Theatre Arts to children of all ages, whether they wish to pursue it as a full time career of as a thrilling hobby learning skills that will carry them through all walks of life. Whilst training in a safe environment with like minded creative people developing theatrical skills and confidence.
Ballet Teacher & Incoming Principal
Ana Ramos
Ana is very passionate about fostering both mental and physical well-being in every student. Her classes are quite fun! Teaching mental skills to enhance performance while nurturing confidence and enjoyment in dancers. Ana's ballet journey began in Mexico, where she danced professionally for a few years. With 19 years of teaching experience in Mexico, Japan, and the UK, she is dedicated to education, specialising in ballet with Associate and Teaching Status from the Royal Academy of Dance. She also holds a Masters in Dance Science from Trinity Laban and is studying a Masters in Applied Sports Psychology at St Mary’s University Twickenham.
Head of Drama
Georgie Rankcom
Georgie brings wealth of theatrical experience and a passion for nurturing young talent. As Artistic Director of The Grey Area Theatre Company and holder of a 1st Class BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre from Guildford School of Acting, her dedication to drama education is evident. Having taught at esteemed institutions like The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, PPA Academy, BYMT, Stagecoach, and Italia Conti, she brings lots of knowledge to inspire and guide students. Her directorial achievements at venues like Southwark Playhouse, Kings Head Theatre, and Menier Chocolate Factory promise to ignite creativity and confidence in every child at BWA.
Ballet, Tap, Modern and Contemporary Teacher
Lucy Chapman
Lucy engages students with her creative choreography and guides children to discover their own creativity within classes with their peers and individually, whilst also training their technique, developing skills, and building their strength and flexibility to become a well-balanced and versatile dancer. Lucy is a talented teacher and choreographer and a graduate of BWA, The Brit School, and London Studio Centre's Seedtime program in Musical Theatre. She has performed in notable venues such as the O2 and participated in events like Anya Hindmarch Fashion Week. She has performed in multiple productions such as Legally Blonde at the Pleasance Theatre. Lucy has developed a strong passion for teaching and choreography having taught at various schools in London including The Brit School, as well as choreographed multiple award winning pieces.
Tap, Jazz & Modern Teacher
Michelle Campbell
Michelle is a very passionate and encouraging teacher, she likes to challenge and build confidence in her students whilst allowing them to explore and develop their passion for dance and performing arts. Michelle studied at The BRIT School of Performing Arts and took her professional vocational training at Bird College where she regularly performed at “Move It” at Kensington Olympia and gained a Diploma in Musical Theatre, which she later upgraded to BA Hons in Performance Studies at Arts Educational Schools London. Michelle has performed in UK Tours, TV, and has had various opportunities in performing abroad. After a successful professional career working in the industry, she is now dedicated to her teaching and is now a Fellow of the ISTD in Tap and Modern.
Singing Teacher
Georgina Thompson
Georgina is an ex BWA pupil, dance teacher and vocal coach. She has performed in many festivals, shows and productions such as Hairspray at the Ashcroft Theatre. At the Amplified Arts Academy she has coached children aged 4-22 years old in vocal anatomy, vocal technique, songwriting and performance technique. She also holds a Dance Teaching Diploma from the ISTD in Tap dance. Georgina is enthusiastic about sharing her knowledge through teaching and to encourage and inspire the next generation of singers at BWA!
Modern, Tap, Jazz & Ballet Teacher
Anne-Marie Wojna
Anne-Marie enjoys challenging her students as she believes one of the most important things we gain from training in dance & performing arts is exploring all of the things you never thought you could do, and then doing them anyway. She’s very bubbly and energetic and loves to nurture curiosity in her dancers. Building confidence, having a space to express individual creativity and pushing yourself (whilst, of course, having a laugh and making friendships!) is her core approach. Having begun her training at BWA, she has completed many dance and drama exams to high levels with distinctions, as well as had opportunities to perform at the National Theatre, Fairfield Halls and music videos. This all led her to complete 2 wonderful years at the BRIT School on the Musical Theatre course and is now in her final year of a 3-year MT degree at ArtsEd. Alongside all this, BWA helped cultivate her passion for choreography, so many of Anne-Marie’s troupes and solos have placed highly at multiple Festivals and dance competitions like Bird College’s Creation in 2017. Teaching, choreographing and performing are massive passions for her and she loves aiding growth of future performers at BWA.
Mini Movers, Tap, Modern & Ballet Teacher
Candice Tierney
Having been taught and trained at the BWA, Candice brings her passion and skills to the pupils, from the 3 year old mini movers up to the 18 year old pupils who may or may not want to further themselves in the industry. Candice likes to bring confidence, fun, skill and technique to her classes, allowing the pupils to express themselves in Musical Theatre, Modern, Tap and Ballet as well as life skills that they can carry them forward into their futures.
Ballet Teacher
Tim Clarke
After graduating from Arts Educational, Tim had a remarkable performing career in Ballet companies, West End musicals, and even Walt Disney productions in Europe and New York. As a Royal Academy of Dance Examiner, Tim brings a valuable insight to his teaching. He has taught at prestigious institutions such as Italia Conti Academy, Brit School, and Royal Ballet Junior Associates. As a Royal Academy of Dance Examiner, Tim brings a wealth of expertise and insight to his teaching.
Ballet Teacher
Lily Parker
Lily is very passionate about ballet and her classes are built to inspire that same passion in young children. Lily trained in Cape Town, South Africa, at The Reddam House Academy of Dance. Where she trained in ballet, tap and modern, although ballet was always her primary focus. Moving back to the UK she did a foundation in musical theatre at Performance Preparation Academy in Guildford before moving to London to attend university at The Royal Academy of Dance where she obtained her BA (Hons) Ballet Education and the Licentiate programme (LRAD).
Acrobatics teacher
Becky Morley
Becky, a is an experienced gymnastics and acrobatics instructor. She holds IDTA Associate & Licentiate Teaching Certificates, and British Gymnastics Coach qualifications.With a background from The BRIT School of Performing Arts and the Bristol Dance Centre, she has taught at renowned institutions like World of Dance Theatre School and TJ’s Gymnastics Club. Through innovative coaching, Becky nurtures students' acrobatics technique, fostering confidence and strength.