CHRISTINA LAURIE ACADEMY
Our Training
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'The happiest place in the world!'
A C T I N G
CLA acting classes aim to develop confidence and communication. Children are encouraged to explore practical elements of work on improvisation skills, voice control, projection, and script work.
It is our aim to implement the tools needed for progressing to become confident for auditions, theatre, and screen acting or simply to improve basic skills.
S I N G I N G
CLA singing classes aim to develop each individual’s voice to their full potential. Our children will work on projection, diction, pitch and range, breath control, and be taught the skills of harmonising with one another.
They will have the opportunity to learn microphone techniques and stage presence to perform Musical Theatre and Pop Genres confidently in a creative and fun atmosphere.
D A N C I N G
CLA dance classes focus on a variety of dance styles to include: Street Dance, Jazz, Modern, hip hop, musical theatre, contemporary and more.
Children will learn how to work together in groups and as individuals improving technique, coordination, timing, flexibility, and performance.
They will also have the opportunity of exclusive insight for auditions with choreographed routines to increase observation and memory skills.
Meet The Team
Principal
Christina Laurie
Christina has been performing from a very young age. She trained and graduated from the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts studying Musical Theatre, and has used these valuable tools learned to have a successful career which she has enjoyed within the industry.
She also developed a passion for music and songwriting graduating from the leading Institute of Contemporary Music and has had the privilege of writing and recording her music in Brookdale House Recording Studios.
Christina (otherwise known as Laurie) has developed a unique style and her debut single, 'To Say I Love U’, was released in June 2021 and caught the world by storm. Having successfully charted in the iTunes chart, Laurie has established a growing presence in the music industry.
After years of experience teaching children and working in TV, Theatre, and Film she has opened the Academy committed and enthusiastic to offer opportunities to aspiring young children helping them reach their full potential.
She aims to use her skills and experience to help inspire children to enjoy singing and performance at any level.
Credits include: Killer Doctors on Death Row (Sky) Together (BBC), Brexit Choices (Ad)
BBC Proms (Royal Albert Hall) X Factor Live Shows (ITV) Streets Raised me (Music Video), Circus Ting (Music Video) South Bank Show, Backing vocalist for X Factor finalists tours, Birmingham NEC, Link Up Tv, Commercials, Radio presenting, Pantomimes and voice overs.
James Nic
James is a talented, hard working and motivated musical artist, with a variety of industry knowledge and experience. He developed a passion for performing arts and music at a young age, and had the privilege of attending prestigious schools, such as The Brit School, Mountview Academy Of Theatre Arts and The Academy Of Contemporary Music London. Despite his young age, James has had the privilege of working with a variety of different musical artists, such as 80’s pop legend Sinitta. With his versatility and talent for music, James landed himself ghost writing and producing for many artists, in the music industry.
Credits include: Jade’s PA (Channel 4), Little Devil (ITV), Trial and retribution (ITV), Little Crackers (Sky) and Ladhood (BBC) Music venues: O2 Academy islington, Brixton Jamm, 93 Feet East, Wellingborough Theatre. Radio music credits: Vibe FM, Flex Fm, LGR radio, Greek Beat Radio.
