Founder and Principal of MyStage Academy, Pippa Attwood is proud to offer a wealth of 10 years professional experience within Musical Theatre and Performance, having spent a large proportion of her career working for the reputable Disney Cruise Line and Thomson Cruises as Lead Singer within the onboard Production Casts. She has fronted numerous Show Bands and Vocal Ensembles on board Cruise Ships and On Tour internationally.
Pippa is a registered LAMDA practitioner and teaches Speech & Drama Examination preparation for students across Staffordshire.
As Principle, Pippa is dedicated to guiding all students of MyStage Academy along their own unique path within the wonderful world of Musical Theatre Performance. She is always amazed at the professionalism and enthusiasm of staff and students and takes pride in nurturing students as they continue to grow and develop as artists and young adults.

James is a graduate of International Film School Wales, UWIN, achieving a BA hons degree in Performing Arts. James has been a drama teacher at MyStage Academy since the school first opened and has seen many children flourish in his time here, of which he takes enormous pride in. From directing theatre shows and showcases to delivering drama lessons, James has been at the heart and soul of the MyStage success. In addition to this, James has a wealth of professional experience including: Acting in the UK and overseas, directing internationally, theatre, pantomime, and T.I.E (theatre in education). James has an amalgamation of skills and experience of which he uses to teach, enthuse and inspire the younger generation.

Chloe, a professional dancer and classically trained Ballerina, has a vast CV of professional commercial, jazz, lyrical and contemporary dancing as backing dancer for X Factor and Britain’s got Talent stars and she has also been part of international dance troupes. Chloe’s dance career has also taken her overseas where she has enjoyed musical theatre roles in Cyprus; credits include: Mama Mia, Cats, Chicago and Grease. She has also worked with the English National Youth Ballet. Chloe is an asset to the MyStage Academy team, bringing a great balance of professional dance experience and the teaching experience of working with groups of children throughout her training at Steel Works Academy of Performing Arts.

Chloe is thrilled to be a part of MyStage Academy! Her caring approach with children and enthusiasm for music and performance makes her the perfect person to deliver our Mini Classes to our youngest members of the MyStage family. Chloe has recently finished studying Music Performance, Theatre and English Literature at Windermere School and has a wealth of experience on and off the stage; whether in a recording studio or in a fully staged musical. Chloe is an accomplished vocalist and has professional experience working in bands and musical ensembles.

Clare brings 12 years of teaching experience to MyStage Academy and has dedicated the majority of her adult life to theatre in some shape or form. She runs theatre workshops all over the country and is also the Director of West Midlands Children’s Theatre Company producing touring pantomimes for school children.
Clare is passionate about children’s performance and one of her proudest moments to date was watching all the children from MyStage Academy performing in London’s West End.