Principal

Stephanie O'Connell

Stephanie trained at The Brit School then went on to train at The Centre of Performing Arts obtaining a Dance and Musical Theatre Diploma and ISTD and IDTA teaching qualifications. 

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Stephanie has first hand experience in the professional dance world performing in many shows, pantomimes, events and various music videos around the world. Working alongside some of the industry's best Choreographers and Directors.

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Teacher

Miss Nikita

Nikita is currently in professional Musical Theatre training at the prestigious London Studio Centre.

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Nikita began assisting and learning to teach dance back in 2013, and has since progressed on to leading the ballet and tap classes for our Mini Movers.She trained at the Jo Christie Dance Centre since 2000 and successfully completed her Vocational exams in many dance styles.

Teacher

Miss Lucy

Lucy started her performing career at jo Christie dance school. She then successfully auditioned and gained a place at northbrook college. To study a BTEC Level 3 in dance, whilst undertaking vocational exams following the ISTD/RAD syllabus. Lucy was lucky to gain a place at the Wilkes Academy where she did 2 years professional training. Gaining a Btec in musical theatre within the 2 years. With the knowledge and experience of professional training Lucy wanted to pursue teaching to help and encourage other potential dancers. 

Business Operations

Jack Coombe

Jack came on board from the beginning of SO Dance Academy but has been in the background up until now, Jack will be taking control of aspects of the business from accounts to marketing.