MANAGER

I have loved acting and the performing arts for as long as I can remember. From the age of 10, I knew I wanted to be an actor, and that passion has shaped every part of my career. I studied Drama at Queen Mary’s College before winning a scholarship to ArtsEd in West London, where I completed my Acting degree. During my training, I discovered a love of teaching and began working at West London Drama Training at the age of 19, a place that has remained hugely important to me ever since.

Alongside teaching, I built a professional career as an actor in film and television, and also spent time working for a casting director, which gave me invaluable insight into the industry. I now work as an agent at The Artists Partnership, representing actors across film, television and theatre. Having worked as an actor, coach and agent, I feel very fortunate to understand the industry from a number of different angles, and to be able to pass that experience on to the young people I work with.

For over 20 years, teaching has remained at the heart of what I do. I have worked with actors of all ages and experience levels, helping with drama school auditions, self-tapes, confidence-building and performance technique. I am incredibly proud to work at West London Drama Training and to help create a space where young people can grow in confidence, develop their craft and find joy in performing. Watching students flourish, both on and off the stage, is the most rewarding part of my work.

UPPER SCHOOL ACTING TEACHER

Olivia developed a passion for performing arts from a young age, with a particular love for Musical Theatre and Acting. She began teaching at 16 and quickly developed a love for helping young people grow in confidence, develop their creativity and enjoy performing arts in a supportive and fun environment. Drawing on her training at ArtsEd, Olivia brings fresh ideas and professional techniques into her classes, helping students develop their acting skills, physicality and confidence. She recently completed the BA Acting course at ArtsEd and is represented by an agent alongside her teaching work.

UPPER SINGING AND MOVEMENT TEACHER

LOWER SCHOOL ACTING TEACHER

Angus grew up in Brighton. He originally trained as an Actor at both ALRA and Drama Studio, before transitioning into work as an Agent under WLDT founder Esta’s mentorship.

As well as teaching acting, Angus also represents the children at WLDT as an agent at Esta Charkham Associates
Angus’ passion is helping actors shine. Whether in teaching, advising or representing them. Above all he wants everyone to remember why they started. Because they love it, and to have fun!

LOWER SCHOOL SINGING TEACHER

I'm Grace and I'm a performer from Shropshire. I've always had a love for all things MT and singing. I have taken singing lessons since I was 11 years old and have completed exams up to my DipLCM in musical theatre singing. I'm currently studying my BA in Musical Theatre at Arts Ed.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT