Meet Our Faculty
ISTD Grade Work
Ballet Mistress
Rebecca Clow
What you teach at NDDD
I teach Ballet, PBT, Pointe Work and Repertoire for the School and College.
Previous Credits
I performed with Birmingham Royal Ballet, toured Europe and Mexico with Moscow State Ballet and was a resident classical dancer at The National Theatre Belgrade, Serbia. I also worked with Reach-Out 4 Dance taking ballet to Mental Health facilities, hospitals, orphanages and schools across the UK and abroad.
Career Highlight/Most Memorable Moment
I will never forget the moment when I received my first contract as a professional ballet dancer!
A career highlight for me was performing Swan Lake for the Prince of Denmark in Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen.
What do you like most about Teaching?
I love to see the passion from my students and their improvement/progression after they’ve worked so hard.
What type of Teacher are you?
I’m a positive person so I like to bring that atmosphere and energy to the studio so we can all push each other to be the best we can.
Previous Training
I trained at Elmhurst Ballet School for 9 years with former Royal Ballet Principal Dancer Errol Pickford.
Top 3 Morals
1. Be Kind
2. Take each day as it comes
3. A smile goes a long way.
Your one piece of advice
Dance like no one is watching!
What you teach at NDDD
I currently teach the Grade work at our Saturday School for the lower grades. I also teach the Baby Class!
Previous Credits
I have performed in various Pantomimes, UK Arena Tours (Clubland), Cabaret Shows and was also a Semi-Finalist and Finalist on Got To Dance.
Career Highlight/Most Memorable Moment
Being part of Got To Dance and making it to the Final.
What you like most about Teaching?
I love teaching from the Baby Class upwards as I get to see the students grow from their very first dance class into the amazing dancers they all become! Also their little smiles always light up my Saturday mornings!
What type of Teacher are you?
I would say I am a caring dance teacher. I love to motivate and encourage my students to always work hard and grow but also enjoy every class.
Previous Training
I was a dance student at Nazene Danielle’s and trained in all styles, including Jazz, Commercial, Tap, Ballet, Lyrical, Modern and Musical Theatre. I left the school and joined the College in it’s first year of college opening. So I was one of Nazene’s first college students! During this time I achieved my ISTD teaching qualifications as well as having lots of amazing opportunities as working as a professional dancer.
Top 3 Morals
1. Discipline
2. Dedication.
3. Teamwork/ respect for teachers and other dancers.
Your one piece of advice!
Let your passion drive you and always believe in yourself!
Callum Cartledge
What you teach at NDDD
I teach the Commercial classes for the College, Seniors and Juniors at the School.
What you like most about Teaching?
Watching students grow and having that moment where it is all comes together. Also seeing how patience, effort and consistency really makes a great dancer.
What type of Teacher are you?
I am an engaging and exciting teacher. I love to see students bring passion and dynamics into my choreography.
Daniel Cox
Stephen Morgan
Musical Theatre & Jazz
Theatre Jazz
Dan & Beth Music
Vocal
What you teach at NDDD
I teach musical theatre jazz, jazz styles and industry preparation.
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Previous Credits
English National Ballet In Coppelia; ’Vilya’ For Yorkshire Film And Television; Ken Dodd Happiness Tour (Uk); ‘Siege’ Feature Act On The Variety Club Of Great Britain; Gemini, Supporting Atomic Kitten, The Cheeky Girls, Daniel Bedingfield And The Mavericks At Arenas And Music Festival Throughout The UK.
I have choreographed and created 3 new production shows for MSC CRUISES and performed all over the UK and Internationally in multiple theatre/trade/fashion and floor shows, TV and Film, pantomimes and onboard luxury liners of Princess Cruises, Holland America, Royal Caribbean And P&O UK
Choreography and assistant choreography Credits include:
Theatre: Stepping Out, Chicago The Musical, Cartwright Follies, The Invisible Man, Cinderella, Snow White, Magic Of The Musicals, Singing In The Rain, Potters Leisure Resort, Phil Winston Theatreworks, Princess Cruises, Msc Cruises, Goldilocks And Mother Goose Welsh Tour and Pantomimes For UK Productions.
Tv/Film: Nice Guy Eddie (Bbc), O Jerusalem (Feature Film), Acoss The Universe (Feature Film), Stay Close (Netflix), The Cruise (Channel 5), Bradford Bulls Half Time Show, Music Videos- I Go Crazy (Elysium), Shot Away (Pawn Shop), Nobody Like You (Kelly Llorrena), Bingo (Ricky Tomlinson).
Fashion/Trade: A Place In The Sun Live; Miss England Heats, Hollyoaks Fashion Show, Lamborghini Gala, Main Show Circo Liverpool, Radio City Roadshow, Oakwood Theme Park, Tatton Park Venetian Masquerade, Move It 2019.
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Career Highlight/Most Memorable Moment
My most memorable and proudest moments were when I performed with superstar P!NK at the MTV Europe Music Awards and winning an MTA for best ensemble for my role in a new production of CHICAGO.
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What you like most about Teaching?
The most I enjoy about teaching is nurturing talent and being rewarded by the students progression.
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What type of Teacher are you?
I am a patient and caring teacher and I like to push and challenge students with choreography content.
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Previous Training
I graduated from a Performing Arts College with teaching diplomas within the ISTD and IDTA dance faculty and then began working as a professional dancer and choreographer.
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Top 3 Morals
1. Respect
2. Honesty
3. Gratitude
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Your one piece of advice!
Be gracious and respectful to people on the way up because they might be the people that you meet on the way down.
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What you teach at NDDD
Ensemble Singing
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Previous Credits
Beth:
Credits include; Grease (Rizzo) Mumford Theatre, Jekyll & Hyde (Lucy Harris) The New Theatre, 2015 Brit Awards (Dancer), The Lord Mayor’s Parade 2015 (Dancer), X-Factor final at Wembley Stadium 2015 (Backing Vocalist), Viking Ocean Cruises, David Michael Productions (Lead Vocalist), Marella Cruises, PEEL Talent (Lead Vocalist). A Night at the Musicals (Lead Vocalist), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Rona Lisa Peretti), Jack and the Beanstalk, Zinc Arts (Jack), Sleeping Beauty, Zinc Arts (Fairy Sparkle).
Dan:
Before drama school Dan toured the UK in a band and learnt how to play piano & guitar, as there is nothing like performing in a band to make you learn quickly as a self-taught musician. Since leaving Central, Dan has mainly worked as a vocalist/ instrumentalist on various cruise ships including Viking Orion- Viking Cruises- David Michael Productions and Marella Celebration- Peel Talent LTD, he has also performed in Zalando Christmas Advert, Dir. Jake Nava and partaken in a workshop alongside Take That for The Band Musical tour.
Career Highlight/Most Memorable Moment
Our career highlight would definitely be being able to travel the world and do something we love all whilst sharing that experience together.
What do you like most about Teaching?
The thing we love most about teaching is being able to share first hand experiences that will enhance an individuals understanding and knowledge of one of the most amazing industries in the world. It is so exciting to watch students grow and develop and we live for the little victories and break-throughs that make it a privilege to be a part of.
What type of Teacher are you?
We definitely take the fun but firm approach. Your training is in your hands we like to think we are providing you with an excellent foundation so it is up to you then to push yourself out of your comfort zone and constantly strive to do better. We hope that we are always creating in environment where you feel you are able to do this.
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Previous Training
Beth trained at the BRIT School of Performing Arts and Bodywork Company Dance Studios where she obtained an extended diploma in Musical Theatre and graduated with the triple threat Musical Theatre Shield.
Dan has an accredited background in Acting (Musical Theatre) and trained at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, predominantly as an actor.
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Top 3 Morals
1. Be Kind
2. Know Your Worth
3. Be so good, they can't ignore you!
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Your one piece of advice!
Work hard whilst training, set yourself up for nothing but success and then you will have the time of your life!
Lisa Melia
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Yasmin Amiss
RAD Ballet
Gynmastics & Acrobatics
What you teach at NDDD
I teach RAD Ballet Grades and Vocational.
Previous Credits
I have performed with Manchester City Ballet and Jazzgalore Dance Company. I have performed on several cruise ships as a dancer, and in 5 star hotels in Greece. I am currently Principal of my own dance school. I have been a member of the RAD Regional Advisory Committee more recently I was promoted to the Regional Ambassador for the North of England with the RAD.
Career Highlight/Most Memorable Moment
My career highlight was gaining my first contract as a dancer on the cruise ships. This was a fantastic opportunity and an amazing experience. More recently being appointed Regional Ambassador for the RAD has been a great honour, and I am looking forward to working with many RAD teachers.
What you like most about Teaching?
I love to share my passion for dance with all my students, watching them flourish in front of your eyes is very rewarding. Students saying they want to be just like you when they are older is very humbling.
What type of Teacher are you?
Firm but fair, as long as you give it a go I will always be on your side. My students have also said I am completely bonkers!
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Previous Training
The Royal Ballet School
Northern Ballet School
Top 3 Morals
1. Timekeeping, always be early.
2. Passion.
3. Respect.
Your one piece of advice!
Remember who helped you on your way up.
What you teach at NDDD
I am a New Teacher at NDDD who specialises in Acrobatics, Tumbling, Flexibility and Body Conditioning.
Previous Credits
English National Opera, London West End Coliseum, TUI, Cruises and Music Videos.
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What do you like most about Teaching?
Being able to teach and nurture insane talent!
The UK has so many resilient and talented children & young adults. It makes me so proud to be able to teach the next generation of performers!
Previous Training
Italia Conti Theatre Arts.
Commercial
What you teach at NDDD
I teach Musical Theatre Rep & Jazz Technique to DYNAMIX College Students and NDDD.
Previous Credits
Credits include; CATS The Musical (Mungojerrie/Dance Captain), MS Baltic Princess (Lead Vocalist), Cunard (Production Dancer), MHT UK, Ireland & West End Tour (Ensemble), Norwegian Cruises (Guest Ent), Her Benny The Musical (Benny Bates), Fred Olsen Cruises (Singer/Dancer) and Grand Theatre Company (Singer/Dancer). Also, a variety of choreography and pantomime credits.
Career Highlight/Most Memorable Moment
CATS The Musical. When I was younger I performed a Song & Dance as The Rum Tum Tugger and I ALWAYS knew I wanted to be in CATS. I knew it was my career goal to be in such an ICONIC musical and I made it and I was grateful for my training each time I stepped on the stage.
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What you like most about Teaching?
I love students being engaged & excited about what they want to do. I like seeing feedback applied and people finding their own 'star quality' which will set them up for the industry.
What type of Teacher are you?
I would describe myself as hilarious. But, I am unsure if students would agree HA! I always aim to be as engaging and dynamic as possible - both physically and vocally to keep a sense of excitement. I always aim to build confidence & boost safe dance practice.
Previous Training
Merseyside Dance & Drama Centre in Musical Theatre and ISTD Teacher Training.
Top 3 Morals
1. Honesty
2. Passionate
3. Trut
Your one piece of advice!
MAKE EACH MOMENT COUNT.