MEET THE CREATIVES
Our leading team at Stage Makers Academy are not just ‘good with children’, they have the ability to remember what it feels like to be a brand new human and to appreciate the magic in discovery.
The Stage Maker leaders want to share the experience in a fun, positive, meaningful and lasting way.
We want to raise aspirations and inspire children and young adults to make positive life choices!
Our incredible team is truly the heart of Stage Makers Academy. It’s their dedication, passion and talent that keeps students invested in the learning process.
FOUNDER & DRAMA LEADER
Elena Malekkou
Hello Everyone! My name is Elena & I am the founder of Stage Makers Academy.
I decided to open a Drama School locally as I felt there was a need for Performing Arts based training like ours.
I myself trained in Acting at a London Drama School. I then went on to complete 4 years studying Drama & Film at University and spent a year training in California, all at which I began directing & choreographing Productions for Children’s Theatre. After graduating I worked for two global Production & Post Production companies in Film & TV before deciding to follow my dream of opening up a Drama School after the pandemic. Taking my expertise & experience in both industries, our programmes have been carefully tailored to explore Stage Performance & Stage Production.
Among a million and one things we have all learnt since the pandemic, I hope we can all take away the importance of health & happiness as these are our two fundamental needs. Stage Makers Academy is here to support healthy young minds and lives with the sole aim of nurturing expressive, happy & confident children all through the power of Drama.
MUSICAL THEATRE LEADER
Becky Fletcher
Hi everyone, I'm Becky! I am delighted to be returning to Stage Makers Academy as a Musical Theatre Teacher! l am a First Class Honours Theatre Graduate and have co-directed, stage managed and choreographed 10 Theatre Shows with Reading Rep Youth Theatre. In my role I led classes for children and young people aged 3-18. I worked on Madagascar JR The Musical, involving all 65 members of the Youth Theatre. The Production was awarded a Distinction by Mountview Exams!
I am incredibly excited to share my passion for singing, dancing and acting with all of our students.
DRAMA TEACHER / COVER
Mia Taylor
Hi I’m Mia, I have completed all LAMDA Acting Exams and assist Stage Makers Academy in cover classes and Shows! I have worked with Stage Makers since 2023 and have had so much fun! I am so excited for the future ahead and what they have in store!
MUSICAL THEATRE TEACHER / COVER
Liv Kerner
Hi I’m Liv, I trained at Italia Conti and completed my Level 6 Diploma in Professional Musical Theatre. I am currently making my Professional Debut in Universal Beijing!
I have been a part of the Stage Makers team since 2023 and I loved performing on stage with our students and seeing them shine! I am so excited to bring positive energy to all the classes!
DRAMA ASSISTANT
Paloma Crespo
Hello! I'm Paloma. I trained in Musical Theatre Performance in Buenos Aires and have a certification as a SEN teacher assistant.
Since I moved to London in 2020, I've been performing for multiple immersive experiences for Merlin Entertainments, Lapland UK and YMBBT in central London, as well as performing for commercials and music videos.
I love working with children and the creativity they bring to their performances, and I am very excited to bring some of their fantastic visions to life on stage!
Teaching Alumni
Amber
Joshua
Jessica
Whitney