PQA Bishop’s Stortford.

Angela Deane

Originally Angie’s career was as a National Magazine designer in the city. Whilst bringing up her children she took a Teaching Assistant position in a local secondary school where she got to explore her love of theatre and the arts through the work she did with the students. ‘’I feel that I have come home to join the PQA family, where I can combine my creative and caring experiences. It is an absolute joy to see and help the children grow in self-confidence as they learn, have fun and make new friendships."

Charlotte Easby

Charlotte is a Vocal Coach and has many years of experience as a Volunteer and Leader at Harlow Rock School. With a background in singing, she performs alongside Rock and Pop bands all over the South of England. Charlotte has been surrounded by the world of performing arts since a young age and is currently completing her degree in Performing Arts. She is excited to pass on her knowledge of the industry and develop new and exciting routines with the Saturday academy!

Adrian Lizst

Eleanor Needham

Eleanor has completed her Level 5 in Musical Theatre and is studying to become a registered teacher with the British Ballet Organisation. Her performing experience includes dance troupes, musicals, and cabarets. Eleanor has lots of experience within the early years, including teaching at a local nursery. “Performing has taught me so many valuable life skills and I am delighted to be able to pass on what I’ve learnt to the Poppets at PQA. Being able to see their personalities grow each week and their confidence develop is an absolute joy.”

Emma Sargent

Having completed her training in Drama & Dramatherapy, Emma has worked in the industry for many years. She brings with her a wealth of experience teaching drama, theatre and film. With an unblemished record of Distinctions and Merits for her students in LAMDA acting exams, Emma strives to use her passion for the arts to bring enrichment, confidence and enjoyment to the students of PQA.

Jessie Hadley

Jessie completed her degree in Musical Theatre at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance where she trained in all three disciplines. She has performed in a number of musicals and showcases and has recently co-produced ‘The Grumble Cat’ for the Camden Fringe. Jessie is really excited to bring her passion of performing to PQA and share her knowledge and enthusiasm with the students.

Maddie Hudson-Clements

Maddie completed her degree in Screen Acting at MetFilm School where she trained in acting for screen and filmmaking. She has performed across all disciplines of acting including stage and screen. In addition, she has worked as a producer and 1st AD on multiple film projects. She recently completed working for Les Enfants Terribles on a Santas Lapland project in Finland. Maddie is excited to bring her acting and filmmaking expertise to PQA.

Mehran Lehl

Mehran is a former student at PQA Bishop's Stortford and student principal. She is an asset to the academy, loving everything to do with performing arts with her enthusiasm shining through everything she does.