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With over 30 years of classroom, strategic, managerial, examination and assessment experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to tutoring your child/you. Tutoring is all about focusing the student on exactly what the question/task demands and demystifying the process, opening up possibilities and developing intellectual curiosity.
Before we start the tutoring, I carry out an audit of what knowledge and understanding of content there is, plus learning about the obstacles you face, what perceptions hold you back and generally finding out what kind of learner you are.
I will listen really carefully to what you need and will offer a plan to help you progress and move forward. Similarly, if I can't help, I will inform you of this too. It's really important that we get on.
Every student/learner is different; every backstory is unique. Many students have barriers; sometimes reassurance and pointing in the right direction will suffice.
Some years ago, I tutored a student on a Saturday morning. He was a bright and a very able science learner (straight As at GCSE) yet could not handle English or Literature and this was clearly holding him back (both his own self-esteem and his grades). It took a few weeks to instill a new way of apporaching the texts/writing, but once we applied a 'scientific approach' to analysis, it completely revolutinised his way of working. (He moved from a D to an A in four months of being with me, by the way!)
That was not a one-off. My recent tutoring has enabled me to accelerate learners way beyond what they thought they were capable of. Tutees are at the centre of the experince and it is all focused on them. I have an excellent interpersonal style, which is firm and fair, with a strong sense of agenda and coverage. We will go over things, revisiting to reinforce previous learning and to create the space where the tutee feels more independent and able to move forward without support. When a tutee says "I think I'm good from here!" I take that as a moment of great success!
Whether it's GCSE, A Level, BTEC or degree level, I will commit to working with you to make great progress.
/ Adrian W.
My teaching career began over two decades ago. I spent six happy years at the ArtsEd Drama School in Chiswick, where, rather serendipitously, I assumed the reins of responsibility from MY drama teacher! I worked for a further 15 years at a highly ambitious and educationally driven institution, Ibstock Place School in Roehampton. I still teach part-time at Ewell Castle School, near Epsom. I am a highly experienced practitioner of Drama. I have directed countless productions, small and large scale. I have Production Managed almost every single one, so good organisation and the requirement to be 'people-friendly' and an effective communicator, are skills I acquired quickly and retain today. Most of all, I am proud to say that former pupils have gone on to study at a host of vocational training institutions: RADA, Guildhall, Brit, London Contemporary and Laines, and are themselves now successfully working professionally as actors, singer, dancers and stage managers. Some have even gone on to play leading roles on Broadway, the West-End, the RSC, Regent's Park and film and TV. I have taught both GCSE and A-Level Drama with a proven track record of outstanding results, year on year. I know what exam boards require and what pitfalls to avoid. I understand different learning styles and appreciate that young people do not necessarily fall into the same learning mould. I am happy to accommodate everyone. I have examined Drama GCSE and Expressive Arts GCSE for AQA. In pastoral roles, as a former Head of Year 11 and Sixth Form Tutor, I am acutely aware of the physical and mental pressures our teenagers can experience as they try to navigate the choppy waters around public examinations season. You will find me empathic, patient and interested in helping learners challenge their perceptions of learning, helping them shift from a 'fixed' mindset to a 'growth' mindset, thus repairing a bruised self-confidence in the process. I have taught LAMDA Examinations in Acting and ESB (English Speaking Board) Public Speaking Examinations, each to Grade 8, Gold Medal Level, once again, with a proven track record of success. Throughout my career, I have always held a managerial role. I have been Subject Leader for Drama, Head of a large Creative Arts Faculty and also on the Senior Leadership team at ArtEd. Latterly at IPS, I was on the Building Committee, advising on constructing a state-of-the-art Performing Arts Complex which included a Proscenium Arch Theatre and fully equipped Studio Theatre. Crucially, my teaching work has been underpinned and informed by my early career working as a professional actor and Stage Manager. I studied a Performing Arts degree at Middlesex University, after which, I spent a decade performing in the West-End and National Touring large-scale musicals. I have worked extensively in the recording studio and on the radio. Until Covid hit last year, I was the Stage Door Keeper of the Noel Coward Theatre, working for Sir Cameron Mackintosh.
Drama lessons in South Croydon, UK.
Drama and English literature/language lessons in Chigwell, UK.
Over the past 10 years I have been Head of Performing Arts. Teaching Drama and Music at KS3, KS4 and KS5. I have also taught English at all levels.
More recently I have been teaching primary school children at KS1 and KS2 and have over 10 years experience in tutoring English at all key stages. All my students have always achieved their target grade or better.
I am DBS checked and on the update service.
I trained at the Oxford School of Drama from 2002 to 2005. As a professional actor, I've appeared in major TV, Film and Theatre productions in the UK, the US and Canada. My work on Supernatural, Psych and A Christmas Prince 1 & 2 can currently be viewed on Netflix. Prior to appearing on TV and Film, I spent 8 years working regularly in UK Theatre.
I have extensive experience working in corporate training and facilitation. In 2015 I joined a leading London-based communication skills company, departing to work independently in 2016. He has since conducted over 1000 hours of one-to-one and group communication training.
Previous clients include managers and executives from: Goldman-Sachs, Morgan Stanley, BNP Paribas, HSBC, RBS, Hellman & Friedman, Appirio, Hive Learning, AMC Europe, B3, Regester Larkin by Deloitte, the British Army, UK Border Agency, The Garnett Foundation, Channel 4 THINKBigger!, SOAS University of London, Wright & Wright Architects, Imperial College London, Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency & Bit Zesty Ltd.
Based on my own experience of overcoming speech challenges as a child, I feel there is no limit to a person’s potential as a powerful, skilled and accomplished communicator if they’re willing to commit themselves to self-expression and connecting with those around them. In Praesentia Training, I bring together acting technique and the latest learning methodologies - including sequencing, online learning and self-instruction - to give my clients the tools to build their confidence and skill long into the future.
For more info about Praesentia Training, please head to our website: www.***
For more information about my creative projects please visit www.***
TESTIMONIALS:
Madeleine Milburn - Literary Agent of the Year, 2018 British Book Awards
‘Learning from Theo was a life-changing experience. He makes you feel so relaxed, creating a very easy environment to learn in. I now feel I have more authority and integrity in every social and professional situation.'
Edwin Abl - Chief Marketing Officer, Hive Learning
Theo continues to provide evolving solutions to my public speaking challenges. So far he’s helped me to confidently engage large audiences of business leaders as well as high-value meetings within my own organisation. As well as introducing him to colleagues and their teams, I continue to mine Theo for ever more valuable insights!
Laura Paplauskaite - Founder & Managing Director, Bit Zesty Ltd.
I would recommend Theo to anyone who needs to hone their public speaking or general communication skills. Theo is brilliant at putting me at ease - working with him is always fun. I no longer avoid presentations or dread pitches - in fact, I view them as an opportunity to practice my (newly acquired) skills.
I have just completed an MFA in Professional Acting at LAMDA and am making my entry into the industry as an actor, singer and writer. Alongside this, I have a real passion for teaching and education for young people. I have worked as a teacher in the past, coaching cricket and tennis for young people aged 4-17. I am also passionate about working with SEND children, having run the MENCAP fun-day scheme at my secondary school and would love the opportunity to continue this work now. Having also completed a CPD accredited LAMDA exams training course, I am ready to begin tutoring learners of all ages and abilities in speech and drama, mainly because I believe communication and artistic practice is essential to education, but also so they can take and excel in LAMDA exams if they wish.
I am a professional freelancer with a Masters degree in Classical Music and Performance and I am actively seeking a new challenge.
I am a Master's graduate and classically trained singer who is an experienced performer within theatre and classical music. I currently work as a freelance educator with a rounded expertise in many areas of employment, predominantly as a teacher of the Performing Arts. I have worked as a teacher of Drama, Voice and Communications at a well known private school and as a private Performing Arts coach for multiple schools and companies. I operate predominantly as a self-employed person within businesses and schools and I am therefore responsible for all of my own administration and organisation as well as liaising with these various institutions.
I also hold Alevels in both French and German and speak both of these languages to a fairly advanced level.
One of my most rewarding roles was working with NCS with The Challenge as both a Performing Arts Tutor and Public Speaking Coach. In the first role, I was able to teach performing arts and devising work to GCSE leavers in areas of London, and I enabled them to use their newfound skills to liaise and work with local charities creating new devised performances every week, which would then lead to a collaborative project to enable them to give back to their local community.
I am currently using Zoom, Teams, Skype and Facetime to teach my tutees but I would usually teach at my house. I was an ice skating professional and teacher and then did a degree and a teaching certificate. I have been in my current day-time job teaching in a sixth form college since 1989. I tutor English Language, English Literature, Drama, Languages, Dance, Performing Arts and Maths. I attended Tiffin Girls' Grammar when I was young. I prepare tutees for 11+ and entrance exams. I am a senior examiner, a moderator and a Lead Verifier. I have co-authored 5 text books and write regularly for Drama and Performance magazine.
English, Directing and Screenplay, Chinese, Classical Piano, Dialect Coaching, Music, Musical Theatre, Music History, Cantonese, EFL lessons, Essay Writing, Literary Analysis, Computer Skills, Acting, Film Acting, Shakespearean Acting, Improv Acting, Voice Acting, Drama classes in London, UK.
I have experience in both teaching and tutoring, in practical subjects and academic studies. Having recently graduated from the Royal Academy of Music with a First Class Honours degree in Vocal studies, I can speak and teach German to beginner and intermediate levels. I can also play Violin to a professional standard and Piano. With extensive stage experience and a positive attitude, I can also assist in any performances aspects, whether that be dealing with nerves, or helping with script learning.
I am a kind and friendly person, with a lot of patience and passion for the subjects that I teach, don't be afraid to contact me if you have any questions, I'm sure we can arrange something that suits you!
Drama lessons in Ruislip, UK.
I currently teach students 11-16yrs of age, teaching the Edexcel GCSE. I have previously taught Educas and AQA GCSE specs.
Drama lessons in London, UK.
Drama teacher currently working in a public school. Many years of experience and have been head of department and have run my own Saturday morning classes. Live in London, will travel in London.
Drama and English lessons in London, UK.
Drama and English literature lessons in London, UK.
I am currently Head of Drama at the prestigious ArtsEd in London. A school that specialises in the performing arts.
