About Theatretrain Leicester
Building Confidence & Training The Next Generation Of Performers…
Hi, I'm Simon!
Hi, I’m Simon! I’m Theatretrain Leicester’s Company Director. My job is to ensure your children are enjoying their professional theatre training in a fun and creative way, supporting both our teaching team and our young performers.
Having been involved with Theatretrain since 1999, I have been lucky enough to perform, teach and organise productions locally and nationally. Since graduating from De Montfort University with a BA (Hons) in Theatre, I have worked with young people in a variety of settings. As well as leading Theatretrain Leicester, I work as an Assistant Headteacher at a Leicester City primary school.
I’m very passionate about education, especially the education, training and experience that Theatretrain provides for young people.
Learn Genuine Theatre Principles While You Make Friends At Theatretrain Leicester
The Theatretrain Way puts theatre back into the performing arts. Along with technical performance skills in acting, singing and dancing, young people get the chance to release their creativity in a safe and friendly place. Here, in an environment nurturing confidence and empathy, our students can expand to be more than they ever thought they could be. Our aim isn’t just to create better performers, but to help your children reach their full potential.
We Create The Welcoming Environment Where Aspiring Performers Thrive
Gain Skills For All Aspects Of Life, Not Just The Big Stage.
Meet the Theatretrain Leicester team
Learn more about our team and get to know what we’re all about.
Megan
Choreographer
Megan used to be a student many years ago! We are delighted to have her back as part of our teaching team. After leading our TT Minis (our Junior Ensemble), Megan is now the Choreographer for our Main Company. She has performed in a variety of venues, including the prestigious Royal Albert Hall.
Susie
Director of Acting
We are thrilled to welcome Susie to our team. Susie was a student at Theatretrain Leicester for many years and, after completing a Drama degree, has joined the teaching team. She has performed in a number of shows, both locally and nationally.
Emma
Musical Director
Emma trained at PPA Guildford in Musical Theatre. She is an outstanding singer has performed in a variety of musical theatre productions, including Eva Person in Evita and Tracy in Hairspray. Emma teaches singing to a range of people, including groups and specialised one-to-one tuition for young people and adults.
Lorraine
Company Manager
Lorraine has over 10 years experience working with young people in Leicestershire as a youth worker and a careers advisor and now works with Leicester City Council to help ensure public safety in the city. Since she joined us in February 2011, Lorraine has been a highly committed member of the team ensuring the centre runs smoothly on a weekly basis. Lorraine loves musicals, her favourite being Oliver!
Jess
Junior Ensemble Director
As an ex-student, we are incredibly lucky to have Jess back with us leading our TT Minis. Jess has recently began a Musical Theatre degree at Addict – one of the country’s best performing arts colleges. Jess has performed in a range of different productions, both locally and nationally.
Bloopers
Lorraine (Centre Manager) and Simon (Company Director) had lots of fun creating videos for Theatretrain Leicester. Unfortunately, it didn’t all go to plan… Check out the bloopers reel!
The Theatretrain Story
Theatretrain was founded on the belief that the performing arts should be accessible to everyone, no matter their age, skill or ability. Our large-scale productions are unique to Theatretrain and invite our students to enjoy the learning experience and be a part of something bigger than themselves.
The world’s your stage at Theatretrain Leicester!
See our session times and book your initial taster below…
