Top Hat Student Success
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Phoebe Clarke, Mia O'dell and Scarlett Rose Fontana
A huge congratulations to Phoebe, Mia, and Scarlett, who have all successfully auditioned for a place at the prestigious BOA Academy in Birmingham. They will begin their full-time vocational training this September, taking the next exciting step towards their future in the performing arts.
We are so proud of their hard work, talent, and dedication – and we can’t wait to see all they achieve in this next chapter of their journey.
Well done, girls – your Top Hat family is cheering you on all the way.
Yvie Moore
We’re incredibly proud of Yvie, who is currently performing as Jane Banks in the UK tour of Mary Poppins – a magical role in one of Cameron Mackintosh’s most iconic productions.
Before joining the tour, Yvie completed two professional contracts in London’s West End as Alice in Matilda the Musical, showcasing her incredible talent, dedication, and love for performing.
Touring the country and performing in such prestigious productions is a remarkable achievement for this young star, and we couldn’t be prouder to support her on her amazing journey.
Keep flying high, Yvie – the stage is truly yours!
Lola McCourtie
Meet Lola, one of our incredibly talented students who is currently dazzling audiences in London's West End as Young Tina in Tina Turner The Musical. Following her standout performance as Lavender in Matilda, Lola continues to shine on stage, showcasing the incredible opportunities our students achieve. We are immensely proud of her dedication and talent!
Ruby Mae Fontana &
Lola Gendoo
Ruby and Lola have both successfully auditioned for a place at Sylvia Young Theatre School in London to begin their full time vocational training in September. What an exciting time for them.
Well done girls... Super proud. x
Ella Tweed
Ella is currently appearing in Mamma Mia in London's West End.
Having previously performed in the West End as a child in The Wizard of Oz at The Palladium, Lavender and Amanda in Matilda and Verruca Salt in Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, this marks Ella’s West End debut as an adult.
Well done Ella. No one deserves this more than you.
Ella also received a full scholarship to Sylvia Young Theatre School whilst still continuing her training at Top Hat.
Aaron Jade Morgan
Aaron Jade began her journey at Top Hat Theatre School, honing her talents before continuing her studies at the prestigious Guildford School of Acting. Now, she's living her dream in London's West End, currently appearing in Les Misérables, where she is performing as part of the Ensemble and understudying the role of Eponine.
This incredible achievement for such a young woman is a testament to her hard work and dedication.
We couldn't be more proud.
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Emily Spence
Emily is currently part of the Global Village in Dubai company. Living in Dubai!
How very exciting, and not jealous at all!
We miss her very much but love all her fabulous photos on instagram!!
Lucky Girl.
Enjoy every second. xxx
Louie Albuery
Louie has just completed the UK tour of Elf the musical sharing and playing the role of Michael.
Such a fun and exciting experience and opportunity for this young man.
Very well done. x
Daisy Humpherston
Daisy is our third student who has successfully auditioned for Tring Park School of Performing Arts.
Daisy will be joining the Performance Foundation course. The "triple threat" course.
What a wonderful opportunity for this young lady.
Daisy was also in the Kilworth House production of Carousel choreographed and directed by Nick Winston.
We look forward to see what lies ahead... we are so proud Daisy.
Maya Rajaram
Maya has just finished her run at Milton Keynes Theatre playing the role of Young Eponine, beating hundreds of young children to the role.
And what a musical to be making your professional debut with.
So proud Maya. Keep up the good work.
Oliver Finnegan
Oliver received The Andrew Lloyd Webber full scholarship for Sylvia Young Theatre School in London, our second student in as many years to achieve this.
He has recently finished The New York production and European Tour of the National Theatre production of LOVE, travelling and performing alongside his sister Amelia.
Oliver was also based in Scotland where he filmed the hit TV series "Outlander" where he played the role of Lord William Ransom.
He also performed at The Gielgud Theatre in Sam Mendes production of The Ferryman, Charlie in the West End Production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Husbands and Sons at The National Theatre in London.
This was preceded by 2 contracts playing the role of Eric in the West End production of Matilda.
Oliver has also appeared in several film and TV slots including Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, Creeped Out and Man in an Orange Shirt for the BBC.
His new film has just released, "The Watchers" alongside Dakota Fanning, where he plays one of the leading characters. #superstar
Rory Finnegan
Following on in his brother Oliver's footsteps, Rory gained the role of Eric in Matilda the musical in London's West End, taking over where his brother left off,
We are super proud of you Rory.
Rory has also filmed several commercials which has taken him all around Europe filming. What an experience for such a young performer.
Amelia Finnegan
The third member of this super talented family is the young Amelia, who has just finished the New York and European Tour with the National Theatre no less, in their production of LOVE joining her brother Oliver who was also on the tour. Visiting NY, Austria, Italy, Germany and France.
Not bad for an 11 year old! Well done young lady.
Jay Jay Prince Lothian
Jay Jay played the leading role of Young Simba in London's West End production of Lion King.
Before this wonderful opportunity, he appeared as the Young Michael Jackson in Thriller Live, (West End).
This led to a European tour in this role too travelling all over Europe.
Jay Jay has also starred in several commercials including British Gas and Tesco back to school.
High Five Jay Jay.
Joseph Duffy
Joseph has quite the CV for such a young man! He played the role of Michael Banks in Mary Poppins in London's West End
He was also in both seasons at Kilworth House in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and St Bernadette’s Team as ‘Cute Joseph’ in Nativity! This then led to being asked to continue with Nativity the Musical on its UK tour and West End run.
Joseph has also starred in several commercials and short films for McKenna Management. We are so proud of Joseph and his accomplishments.
Keep up the hard work Joseph. We are all so proud.
