PQA Bexhill.

Alaska Hilton

Alaska Hilton is a professional singer, dancer and actress who has worked in the industry for 12 years. She has a distinction level grade 8 London Trinity training. Alaska competed for dance awards in America, representing her country and receiving the Pinnacle trophy award. She is looking forward to working with the PQA Bexhill team.

Elle Brookes-Doolan

Madeleine Philpott

Madeleine has recently completed an Acting degree at the Arts University Bournemouth, where she additionally received the Paul Elliott Award. Madeleine's experience includes The House of Bernarda Alba, Garcia Lorca (Maria Josefa) directed by David O’Shea and Leave Alone, Alys Metcalf (Joslyn) directed by Joseph Hancock. Additionally, Madeleine has performed as part of the Brighton Fringe Festival in the award-winning production of Philip Ridley’s Sparkleshark directed by Ross (PQA Eastbourne Principal). Madeleine is passionate about the performing arts and its ability to build confidence, bring communities together and engage with the wider world.

Maya Cooper

Maya is an actor and freelance filmmaker, graduating from the Rose Bruford in 2020. She works in the professional film industry as a writer and director. Most recently, Maya has created a funded short film “Moishe” which is scheduled for shooting in March 2022. She is a former student of Ross and has always enjoyed working with him on many different projects. At Sussex Downs College, Maya earned 2 Distinction*s in Performing Arts and a Distinction* in Film and TV Production. She has previously freelanced in music video production for artists around the world. Her screen credits include; Mika - PINK WIDOW - 2019, Belinda - SWEET LIKE POISON - 2018 and several “Ditch the Label” projects. Her stage credits include; Johanna - SWEENEY TODD - 2019, Hamlet - HAMLET - 2018, James - POSH - 2018, Richard - RICHARD III - 2017.

Rachel Kennedy

Rachel acted, danced and sang from an early age, and subsequently attended Bird College of performing arts, graduating with an HND in Professional Dance with Musical Theatre. She later completed a BA hons degree in Performance Studies at ArtsEd. On leaving college Rachel worked professionally, predominantly with The Walt Disney Company for their International and Theatrical Events, including Live Shows, Concerts, Film Premieres, and Special Events with the Make A Wish foundation. Rachel has been teaching performing arts for over 20 years, both in a school setting and after school classes. She has also choreographed and directed Musical Theatre productions for youth theatre and both primary and secondary schools. She’s really looking forward to working with everyone at PQA.