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Empowering Everyone to thrive on their own terms

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About us

Agent Showcase 

Film Acting

Showreels

YouTube Series

Award winning films

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Ignite your Spark are highly experienced qualified team offering affordable  classes with real opportunity's as our team are industry professionals classes for kids & teens to adults:- in Drama therapy /Film Acting /Performing Arts/Moves Fitness .We offer activities in school holidays and term time. As well after school clubs and Breakfast clubs.  There are so many extracurricular activities now, how we are different is all our team are experienced & qualified not only in their field of expertise but with dealing and helping those struggling with their mental health as well has having industry contacts  We are not just for kids  we offer adult classes as well. The Classes are not just targeted at their area of interest but to improve skills and offer opportunity we have a long history of casting success  with students appearing in Feature Films Commercials and TV drama's in lead roles. We aim to  improve the mental health and confidence of our students in Fun and exciting ways that is also uniquely social . We run red carpet award events annually to celebrate success were we screen films students have made.   Students have the opportunity to be part of our YouTube series "Ignite your Spark".  

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Tranformative Results :
witnessing remarkable transformations in young peoples  mindset

Ignite Your Spark: Unleash Your Potential!

Enhanced Self-Confidence

Emotional Resilience

Improved Communication Skills

Industry Contacts

Social Connections

Creative Expression

Red Carpet Experience

YouTube Series

youth clubs

UK FILM  "CHRISTMAS GIFT " 

2 Day Film Experience Feb Half Term 18 th & 19th Feb 

Create Murder Mystery Film and attend its Red Carpet Event . Holiday courses and weekly classes

Vocational film and actor training, Showreel, Agent Showcase, Films ,Casting Opportunities, all abilities, ages, and ambitions.

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Performing Arts Club

(7-11 Yrs)

Ideal to give younger students  a taste of everything sing, move, screen / stage acting only £65 per month agent showcase red carpet events.

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YouTube series

(10-17yrs)

Ignite Your Spark Club 
3 hour sessions  Friday evening Croften Community Centre 10-17yrs . Creating YouTube Series.

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What our parents and students say:

This has turned by Grandson Craigs  life around . He's gone through school bullied no mates hiding behind a hood . now he back in gym loving life and its all down to this class which he has only been doing for 3 months.

Donna Cunningham 

Our generation has so much pressure with social media this group has improved our self image . We made friends for life and have cherished  memories of feeling like super stars at the red carpet events.

Livvy,  Maria , Olivia

Dan has a wonderful time with this group. His confidence has grown he has made some fantastic friends . He gained a fair amount of paid work on TV and made a success of things from the training he received and your contacts. He's turning out to be a funny mature young man . Thank you

Teresa shuckburgh 

UK film academy

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Meet our Team

Louise Hart

Louisa Hart (founder)

https://www.louisaharttherapy.com

Drama Therapy & Acting Coach/Film Producer

BA Acting / Diploma in Drama therapy /NLP Practitioner.
Louisa after working as actress in the West End she knew her passion was to  empower children and young people through performing arts which she has been doing for over 18 years.
Louisa brings a unique perspective to her classes , combining her expertise in therapeutic drama with the transformative principles of Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
Louisa’s mission is to support young people and adults in building confidence, overcoming anxiety, and unlocking their true potential. As well as passing on industry knowledge and contacts to her students .Louisa has also made award winning films about the issues faced by young people today.

Dan Larner

Daniel Larner - Founder 

Senior Acting Coach

 

Daniel went to train at Red Roofs Theatre School at 16 where he appeared in BBC's My Family and was the voice of Harry Potter in the video game.

He then trained in LA at The New York Film Academy and since has featured in projects for Warner Bros, Channel 4 and Sky.

Daniel has high expectations for all his students and is dedicated to give them all the skills required to make them top of their field.

Jeremy Edwards

Jeremy Edwards - UK Film Academy

Screen Acting Coach

Jeremy is best known for his roles in Holyoaks, Holby City, CBBC, Millie Inbetween and is passionate about passing on his skills to the next generation. 

 

As he has spent a lot of time on set of Millie Inbetween helping the child cast with their performances, Jeremy's mother is a teacher and he is very keen now to pass on his skills from his successful TV career to his UK Film Academy students.

He teaches acting for the screen, both film and television.

Oliver McDermoid-Perring

Oliver McDermoid-Perring - Crew YouTube Series

Head of Film Production

Award winning filmmaker and Netflix cameraman.

Dr Sandra Philip

Dr Sandra Philip - Adult Acting & Writer YouTube Series

Acting Tutor and Script Writer

 

Qualified Counsellor, PHD Performing Arts
Dr Sandra Philip is a qualified counsellor and expert in the use of creativity and drama as a tool for healing trauma for which she gained her doctorate in 2015. She works with both adults and young people to identify self-made barriers and develop the tools required to overcome the past. Sandra has worked in many applied settings including rehabilitation and addiction, dementia and care homes, wellness and self-development, and is a published researcher in the field of Arts and Wellbeing. As an experienced drama practitioner, she is passionate about empowering all ages to celebrate their unique stories, explore their potential, and believe in their own self-worth.

Syed Jamal

Syed Jamal - Spark Classes

Fitness Coach

 

Qualified Level 3 Gym instructor/personal trainer, Pure Gym personal training academy, First Aid Certificate, Master of Business Administration
Jamal understands the transformative impact of lifestyle choices on overall health and his mission is to empower young people to embrace the benefits of regular physical activity and healthy nutrition, resulting in enhanced mood, creativity and overall quality of life.
 
Utilizing his extensive experience working with all age groups Jamal crafts personalised fitness and nutrition plans tailored to individual needs and goals. His guidance encourages the adoption of sustainable habits, promoting long-term health and vitality.With a warm and encouraging approach, Jamal takes the pressure away, fostering a supportive environment where individuals are empowered to take control of their choices, transforming their lives for the better.