NW1 STAFF

NW1 Theatre Schools are staffed by exceptionally talented industry professionals able to provide the highest calibre of training to our young students.

CHRIS CAMPBELL

PRINCIPAL

Chris is the Principal and owner of NW1 Theatre School, overseeing the day-to-day running and continued development of the school across all four locations. Working closely with staff, pupils and parents, Chris is at the heart of the NW1 community, ensuring every part of the school is supported, organised and moving forward.

From overseeing productions and new projects to maintaining the standards of our spaces and supporting the wider NW1 team, Chris plays a vital role in making sure the school continues to grow while staying true to what makes NW1 special. With a strong focus on our pupils, our team and our community, Chris leads NW1 with passion, care and a clear vision for the future.

CHRIS CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL

Chris is the owner and Principal of NW1 Theatre School. As the Head of Acting at the school, Chris teaches group and private LAMDA sessions as well as audition prep and working with our Actor Management talent. Working as a professional actor, Chris has appeared on stage and TV, most recently in Coronation Street. He is also a technical and artistic director for NW1 Drama Company.

Chris can be contacted by email

EMMA REYNOLDS

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

SCHOOLS MANAGER,
SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

The administration team at NW1 Theatre School is a well-oiled machine, working tirelessly to keep everything running like clockwork. Our business manager and safeguarding officer Emma, ensures that every aspect of our operation is in order and is the key contact for parents and students alike

Emma can be contacted by email

PHIL SYKES

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

HEAD OF PRODUCTIONS

Phil studied at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, graduating with Dip.Professional Stage management in 2002. Since this time, Phil has been working continuously in theatres across the UK, as Stage Manager, and more recently as Company Manager for major touring and west end musical productions. Phil is Head of Productions, providing his invaluable skill and extensive experience to productions at our school.

CREDITS: Company Manager - Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (UK Tour); 42nd Street (Sadlers Wells, London, UK Tour & Princess of Wales Theatre,Toronto); Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK Tour; Princess of Wales Theatre,Toronto); Waitress the Musical (Adelphi Theatre, London); The Bodyguard the Musical (UK Tour; Orb Theatre, Tokyo; UMEDA Arts Theatre, Osaka); Grease (UK Tour; Menorah Mivtachim Arena, Tel Aviv); Sunny Afternoon - the Kinks Musical (UK Tour); Priscilla Queen of the Desert (UK Tour; Royal Theatre Carre, Amsterdam; Menorah Mivtachim Arena, Tel Aviv); Spamalot (UK Tour); Tonight's the Night (UK Tour); The Rocky Horror Show (UK Tour);
Assistant Stage Manager - Dirty Dancing (Aldwych Theatre, London); Starlight Express (UK Tour), Cats (UK Tour); Singing' in the Rain (UK Tour), Daisy Pulls it Off (Lyric Theatre, London).

PAULA CURTIS

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

WARDROBE AND COSTUME COORDINATOR

Paula brings a wealth of experience to our team, having dressed both local theatre productions and professional performers. A former professional actor and musical theatre performer, she has appeared on stage, television, and in cabaret over many years.

Her passion for costume design began at just 15, during her time in youth theatre, when she was tasked with creating a “semi-modern” wardrobe for a production of Shakespeare’s The Tempest. That early spark ignited a lifelong love of bringing characters to life through costume.

Paula has a keen eye for period detail and character interpretation, her secret weapon in costume design. Add to that a flair for creative recycling, and you’ve got her true superpower.

MANDY ATKINSON

CHRIS CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL

From overseeing productions and new projects to maintaining the standards of our spaces and supporting the wider NW1 team, Chris plays a hands-on role in making sure the school continues to grow while staying true to what makes NW1 special. With a strong focus on our pupils, our team and our community, Chris leads NW1 with passion, care and a clear vision for the future.

Chris can be contacted by email

EMMA REYNOLDS

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

SCHOOLS MANAGER,
SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

Emma can be contacted by email

PHIL SYKES

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

HEAD OF PRODUCTIONS

ERYKA NICKSON

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

STUDENT WELLBEING OFFICER & STAGE MANAGER

Eryka is an important part of the NW1 team, supporting our pupils both in class and throughout our productions. As Student Wellbeing Officer, she is there to provide guidance, reassurance and support, helping every pupil feel safe, listened to and valued.

Alongside this, Eryka works as a Stage Manager across our productions, helping rehearsals, performances and backstage run smoothly. From supporting pupils backstage to keeping everything on track during show week, she plays a key role in making sure our productions are safe, organised and enjoyable for everyone.

MANDY ATKINSON

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

LEAD CHAPERONE, WELLBEING OFFICER

Mandy is a crucial part of our school community, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all students participating in our plays and musicals. Additionally, she serves as our student wellbeing officer, providing support and guidance to all our students.

AMY DEE CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

SOCIAL MEDIA & MARKETING MANAGER

Amy is a key part of the NW1 Theatre School team, overseeing our social media, marketing and communications across all four schools. From promoting classes, productions and events to capturing the moments that make NW1 special, Amy works to showcase the talent, creativity and community at the heart of NW1.

GRACE HIRD

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

ADMIN ASSISTANT

Keeping things organised behind the scenes across NW1’s four theatre schools, Grace is our Administration Assistant, helping to keep the day-to-day running of the schools on track.

From managing enquiries and registers to supporting parents, pupils and staff, Grace plays an important role in making sure everything is organised, communicated and running smoothly across NW1.

CHRIS CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL

EMMA REYNOLDS

NW1 KIRKHAM

VICE PRINCIPAL AND DRAMA TEACHER

We’re thrilled to welcome Emma to the NW1 Kirkham team this year as our Drama teacher! With over 9 years of experience inspiring young performers aged 4 to 18, Emma brings a wealth of creativity, energy, and theatrical expertise to the classroom. Emma has directed large-scale musical productions including CATS, Legally Blonde, and West Side Story, showcasing her flair for bringing ambitious shows to life with young casts. Her passion for performance began at age 10 when she first stepped onto the stage, and she’s been immersed in the world of theatre ever since.

SOPHIE MORRISON

NW1 KIRKHAM

VICE PRINCIPAL AND DANCE TEACHER

As our dance teacher, Sophie is a graduate of The Hammond in Cheshire with a BA Hons in Musical Theatre. Her passion and dedication to teaching make her an asset to our team. We are proud to have her on board, and we look forward to seeing our students thrive under her guidance.

CHRIS CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL

LYNDA CLARKSON

NW1 ST ANNES, KIRKHAM

VICE PRINCIPAL, DRAMA TEACHER

Lynda brings to NW1 years of experience as a well-respected director and stage practitioner as one of the founding team members of LATA (Lytham Academy of Theatre Arts). Lynda directed many notable award winning productions with the group and has taught a number of students who went on to work professionally. Lynda teaches in the Musical Theatre and Acting classes and is also our LAMDA coordinator and teacher.

SAM THOMAS

NW1 ST ANNES

MUSIC TEACHER

Sam completed his BA Hons in Musical Theatre at the University of Central Lancashire.

Sam is an active Musical Theatre Writer in the UK. Works include No Limits: a Song Cycle (Turbine Theatre, 2023), Sudden Impulse Theatre Company Original Pantomimes (The Abbey Theatre, 2018-2020), Arts Council Funded Silas Marner: The Musical (The Abbey Theatre, 2019), An Evening with Sam Thomas (The Union Theatre, 2019).

He’s worked with a host of West End stars, notably Natalie Paris “Jane Seymor” from “Six” and Laura Pick, “Elphaba” from “Wicked”. Currently working on new projects and concerts for 2025.

GRACE HIRD

NW1 ST ANNES

DANCE TEACHER

Grace is our street dance & musical theatre choreographer, teaching in our Musical Theatre and Street Dance classes. Grace completed her training in dance and musical theatre with Phil Winston’s Theatreworks. Working as a professional dancer and dance instructor since 2016, she brings a wealth of experience in various dance styles.

AMY DEE CAMPBELL

NW1 ST ANNES

MUSICAL THEATRE TEACHER, DRAMA TEACHER,
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

At NW1 Theatre School, we have a team of passionate and highly qualified theatre professionals, including Amy Campbell, a recent graduate of UCLAN University with extensive performance experience. As Musical Theatre Director across all Minis, Juniors and Seniors and also LAMDA Acting teacher, Amy is dedicated to sharing her expertise and helping our students reach their full potential.

LUCY APPLETON

NW1 ST ANNES

DRAMA TEACHER

Lucy is a qualified drama practitioner, with a BA hons degree in ‘Drama’ from Edgehill University. Lucy brings years of experience in performing on stage and screen and is passionate about teaching drama to children and young adults. Her goal is to create a supportive and inclusive environment where students can explore the world of theatre, express themselves and develop a love for performing arts. She loves helping young actors explore their creativity and confidence while having lots of fun!

Lucy has been a drama teacher at NW1 St Anne’s since 2020 and has directed a number of productions such as; Fantastic Mr Fox, James and the Giant Peach, Alice in Wonderland and Robin Hood.

Di Barron

NW1 ST ANNES, BLACKPOOL

DANCE TEACHER

Di is a highly experienced member of the NW1 team, teaching Ballet, Tap and Jazz, as well as working as our Musical Theatre Choreographer. With a professional career spanning theatre, cabaret and television, Di brings a wealth of industry experience and knowledge to her teaching and choreography.

Trained at Bush Davies, Di has worked across numerous television and theatre productions, including GoldenEye, Stars in Their Eyes and several Royal Variety Performances. She has also choreographed for West End and Broadway performers and proudly serves as Children’s Director and Company Choreographer for The Christie Musical Theatre Company.

VICTORIA GREENWOOD

NW1 ST ANNES

MUSIC TEACHER: PIANO, FLUTE, SAXOPHONE

Victoria teaches Piano, Saxophone and Flute. Victoria brings with her to NW1 a wealth of teaching experience that will expand music opportunities at our St Annes School.

Victoria’s love of music began early and she started playing the piano at the age of 5. As her passion grew, Victoria studied ABRSM Piano up to Grade 8 and attained a BA (Hons) degree in Band Musicianship from the University of Salford. Professionally, Victoria has over 35 years teaching experience, including teaching at a Yamaha Music School. Victoria teaches pupils from the age of four up into adulthood and has experience teaching SEND pupils.

EMILY ROYLANCE

NW1 ST ANNES

DANCE TEACHER AND VOCAL COACH

Emily Roylance brings a wealth of professional performance and teaching experience to the NW1 team. Teaching Lyrical, Show Team, Strength & Conditioning and Acro, Emily combines strong technique with a focus on confidence, performance and developing well-rounded young performers. She also holds an Acrobatic Arts qualification.

Alongside her dance classes, Emily is our Vocal Coach for Mini and Junior Musical Theatre, helping our youngest performers develop their voices, musicality and confidence. Her passion for nurturing young talent makes her a valued part of the NW1 team.

LIVS BALL

NW1 ST ANNES, BLACKPOOL

SINGING TEACHER AND MUSICAL DIRECTOR

Livs Ball is a key part of the NW1 team, working across our St Annes and Blackpool schools as a Singing Teacher, LAMDA Teacher and Musical Director.

As Musical Director for our St Annes Senior and Blackpool Junior and Senior cohorts, Livs plays a huge role in developing our pupils vocally and musically, from rehearsals through to the final performance. Alongside this, she supports pupils through singing and LAMDA, helping them build confidence, technique and performance skills.

REECE PAUL BROWN

NW1 ST ANNES

DRAMA TEACHER

Reece is part of the NW1 Drama team, working across both our Junior and Senior Drama classes. Bringing energy, creativity and a passion for performance into every session, Reece helps our pupils develop their acting skills, confidence and stage presence.

From building strong characters to exploring scripts and performance techniques, Reece encourages our pupils to take risks, find their voice and grow as performers.

JAMES CAVE

NW1 ST ANNES, BLACKPOOL

ACTING FOR TV COACH

James trained in Theatre and Performance at MMU. Over the years James has toured with various musicals including Return to the Forbidden Planet, The Way We Were and That’ll Be The Day. James co-founded the award winning theatre company 2toned in 2008 and began developing his career as a director/producer. As an alternative practice, James trained with The Musical Breath charity to study the anatomy of the voice/lungs in conjunction with the national singing for lung health campaign developed by the British Lung Foundation (Asthma and Lung UK). James is a registered vocal/breath practitioner working specifically with Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Groups in the North West to aid in the development and awareness of lung function for people living with chronic lung disease. James has just returned from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 as director of a new play receiving five and four star reviews having been part of the creative team since winning OffCut Mcr festival in 2023.

Directing credits include Tea Time at Liverpool Theatre Festival, Didn’t We at Royal Exchange Manchester and he has developed the musical theatre cabaret, Voices & Lyrics, now with a residency at The Cockatoo Cabaret Bar in Manchester. James has recently been a guest director/acting tutor for Rose Bruford North and Identity School of Acting. James was Associate Producer for short film Chimera alongside award winning writer David Lemon, Director Neil Mckenery-West and Oscar winning Producer Julie Foy. Chimera has a featured showing at the Lytham International Film Festival in 2025 as part of a screening tour. The project is now green lit to be developed into a feature film and James will join the team as a Producer.

VICTORIA BARON

NW1 ST ANNES

DANCE TEACHER / CHOREOGRAPHER

Victoria began her dance journey at just two years old and continued training until the age of 16. She decided to pursue it professionally by studying at Preston College Dance, completing the three-year Professional Dance and Dance Teaching course. She graduated in 2020, gaining a Diploma in Dance Education and her DDE Modern Teaching Qualification.
Victoria’s professional career began with MH Productions at the Talk of the Coast in her hometown of Blackpool. She also performed in a Take That tribute show touring the UK. Alongside performing, she also developed her love for teaching at many local dance schools and choreographing for shows and competitions.
At the age of 21, Victoria achieved a lifelong dream when she was offered a contract as a Production Dancer onboard Costa Cruises. After this, she gained a contract working in Spain at various hotels with ArtSight Productions. In late 2023, she returned to Costa Cruises for her second contract cruise contract, sailing around South America. She then returned home for Christmas and performed in the Cinderella Pantomime in Blackburn with Shone Productions.
In 2025, Victoria was offered her third cruise contract with Costa Cruises, this time in the role as Production Manager! She has been dancing and sailing around Greece and Italy this summer and is now back home in Blackpool!
Earlier this year, Victoria launched her own dance workshop company with her friend, WAVE Workshops, an exciting dance and performance company based in Blackpool.
Victoria is passionate about teaching and is excited to be back working with the next generation of performers, as well as starting a new chapter with NW1!

CHRIS CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL

EMMA NORMAN

NW1 BLACKPOOL

VICE PRINCIPAL, DRAMA TEACHER

NW1 ACTOR MANAGEMENT

HEAD AGENT

Emma Norman began her career performing in cruising, national and international theatre touring. Emma spent 5 years at Cuffe and Taylor (part of the Live Nation Family) as a Day to Day Artist Manager of various recording artists and actors including BGT winners Collabro and Sheridan Smith OBE.

CREDITS:
Stage - Evleen,'The Pirate Queen' (London Coliseum); Anna Gromeko, 'Doctor Zhivago' (The London Palladium); 'Whitney - Queen of the Night' (UK Tour)
Casting - 'Once' starring Carrie Hope Fletcher and Jamie Muscato (London Palladium); '37 Plays' (Royal Shakespeare Company)

DI BARRON

NW1 BLACKPOOL, ST ANNES

DANCE TEACHER

Di trained at Bush Davies, after which she had a long and varied career in professional theatre, cabaret and television.

Credits include: ‘GoldenEye’ (1995); ‘Stars in their Eyes’ (resident dancer - Granada); ‘French & Saunders’, ‘The Russ Abbott Show’, ‘Paul Daniels Show’ and ‘Ruby Wax’ and several Royal Variety Performances (all BBC), various contracts for Arlene Phillips. 2016 saw Di choreographing the children at Lytham Festival ‘West End Proms’ for Cuffe and Taylor - performing alongside Broadway and West End stars. Di has proudly been Children’s Director/Company Choreographer for The Christie Musical Theatre Company since its inception in 2011, most recently choreographing their award-winning 10th Anniversary production of ‘Gypsy’.

JAMES CAVE

NW1 BLACKPOOL

DRAMA TEACHER

CHRIS CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL

EMMA NORMAN

NW1 BLACKPOOL

VICE PRINCIPAL, DRAMA TEACHER

NW1 ACTOR MANAGEMENT

CHRIS CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL

LAURIENNE IMESON

NW1 KIRKHAM, ST ANNES

VICE PRINCIPAL, MUSIC TEACHER

Laurienne graduated from Emil Dale Academy with BA Hons in Professional Musical Theatre. Laurienne has been involved in theatre since she was very young and has taken on some incredible roles in local musicals such as Miss Saigon and Phantom of the Opera. Laurienne is part of musical theatre group Ent'racte and works as a professional performer alongside teaching.

CREDITS:
Miss Saigon; Phantom of the Opera, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

EMMA REYNOLDS

NW1 KIRKHAM

DRAMA TEACHER

SOPHIE MORRISON

NW1 KIRKHAM, ST ANNES

DANCE TEACHER

As our Ballet and Tap teacher, Sophie is a graduate of The Hammond in Cheshire with a BA Hons in Musical Theatre. Her passion and dedication to teaching make her an asset to our team. We are proud to have her on board, and we look forward to seeing our students thrive under her guidance.

CHRIS CAMPBELL

NW1 THEATRE SCHOOLS

PRINCIPAL

LYNDA CLARKSON

NW1 ST ANNES, KIRKHAM

VICE PRINCIPAL, DRAMA TEACHER

SAM THOMAS

NW1 ST ANNES

MUSIC TEACHER

Sam completed his BA Hons in Musical Theatre at the University of Central Lancashire.

GRACE HIRD

NW1 ST ANNES

DANCE TEACHER

Grace is our Head of Dance, teaching in our Musical Theatre and Street Dance classes. Grace completed her training in dance and musical theatre with Phil Winston’s Theatreworks. Working as a professional dancer and dance instructor since 2016, she brings a wealth of experience in various dance styles.

Grace is currently on maternity leave after the birth of her beautiful baby boy, Vincent!

AMY DEE CAMPBELL

NW1 ST ANNES

MUSICAL THEATRE TEACHER, DRAMA TEACHER,
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

At NW1 Theatre School, we have a team of passionate and highly qualified theatre professionals, including Amy Campbell, a recent graduate of UCLAN University with extensive performance experience. As head of Mini Musical Theatre and a LAMDA teacher, Amy is dedicated to sharing her expertise and helping our students reach their full potential.

LUCY APPLETON

NW1 ST ANNES

DRAMA TEACHER

Lucy has been a drama teacher at NW1 St Anne’s since 2020 and has directed a number of productions such as; Fantastic Mr Fox, James and the Giant Peach, Alice in Wonderland and Robin Hood.

SOPHIE MORRISON

NW1 ST ANNES, KIRKHAM

DANCE TEACHER

VICTORIA GREENWOOD

NW1 ST ANNES

MUSIC TEACHER: PIANO, FLUTE, SAXOPHONE

DI BARRON

NW1 ST ANNES, BLACKPOOL

DANCE TEACHER

LAURIENNE IMESON

NW1 ST ANNES, KIRKHAM

MUSIC TEACHER

CREDITS:
Miss Saigon; Phantom of the Opera, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

EMMA NORMAN

NW1 ST ANNES, BLACKPOOL

ADULT MUSICAL THEATRE TEACHER

Emma Norman began her career performing in cruising, national and international theatre touring. Emma spent 5 years at Cuffe and Taylor (part of the Live Nation Family) as a Day to Day Artist Manager of various recording artists and actors including BGT winners Collabro and Sheridan Smith OBE.

JAMES CAVE

NW1 ST ANNES, BLACKPOOL

ACTING FOR TV COACH

VICTORIA BARON

NW1 ST ANNES

DANCE TEACHER / CHOREOGRAPHER

EMILY ROYLANCE

NW1 ST ANNES

DANCE TEACHER / CHOREOGRAPHER

Emily has been teaching multiple genres of dance as well as Musical Theatre alongside her performing contracts. Emily cannot wait to join the team at NW1 and looks forward to meeting you all very soon!

Training:

London Studio Centre- MA Dance Education

Italia Conti- BA Hons, Professional Arts Practice

PCD- DDI/DDE ISTD Modern, Tap and Ballet

Theatre credits include: KERRY ELLIS QUEEN OF THE WEST END UK tour, DEB/cover JOVIE in the international tour of ELF THE MUSICAL, King Georges Hall PRINCESS JILL in JACK AND THE BEANSTALK, MANDY first cover LORRAINE in BOOGIE NIGHTS, ALICE in ALICE IN WONDERLAND, dancer in JERSEY BEATS UK AND INTERNATIONAL TOUR, lead female vocalist in the UK tour of CIRCUS SPECTACULAR, lead female vocalist for SHOWCASE PRODUCTIONS, dancer in CARRY ON WHITTINGTON and featured dancer, RAMBERT ELEMENTS.

Television credits include: COBRA KAI, Netflix. FORD COMMERCIAL, Ford Motor Company.