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Emily Cook
Teacher, writer, director.
Emily. East Midlands. She/Her.
Teacher. Drama Facilitator. Dramaturg. Director. Writer. Leader. Cat lover.
Principal at Starlight Theatre Academy, Newark on Trent. A theatre school with a difference. Practitioner with Nottingham Playhouse. Freelance across the East Midlands.
As a performing arts facilitator, I am inspired by the trans-formative power of performing arts, and my classes for children focus on confidence, imagination and play.
My work in theatre has been varied and engaging, from an EU funded tour of The Tempest in 2011 to Dramaturg for Pinchbeck and Smith in Nottingham in 2020, there isn't much I haven't tried.
In 2020 I gained an MA in Theatre with a focus on Script Writing, graduating with a Distinction. I believe as an educator I have a responsibility to educate myself and the experience was second to none. I continue my professional development wherever possible.
I am a writer, drama facilitator and dance teacher for performing arts companies across the UK and Europe, currently based in the East Midlands and willing to travel.
My interests include writing, netball and travel. I've been lucky enough to make a career from two out of three.
I am available for all kinds of projects, let's have a chat
Emily is so enthusiastic, and really listens to what staff request and tailors her sessions to the children's needs and interests. She goes above and beyond to make sessions fun and inspiring. The quality of her sessions are very high.
Starlight Theatre Academy
2015- Present
Owner, principal, drama teacher, writer, director and producer.
Theatre school for 4-15s in Newark on Trent and North Hykeham.
We provide after school clubs for primary and secondary schools around Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire, as well as PPA Cover, curriculum drama, drama workshops for Community Groups and adult improvisation classes.
Adapted to move online during Covid19.
Marketing, advertising, and administration.
Script writing, creativity, fun. Our aim is to build confidence, bring joy and adventure to all our students.
I manage 9 staff, 100+ students, and STA is the pride of my life.
www.starlighttheatreacademy.co.uk
School of Fish, Italy
2017, 2018, 2019 +
Teaching English through performing arts, Vicenza, Veneto.
A week long summer intensive teaching, tutoring, directing and writing.
Private tuition in English as a foreign language for students aged 9-14.
The greatest challenge and privilege of my teaching career, I have been invited back as a recurring project. Teaching through language barriers, supporting students in learning English through Performing Arts, and to create a show in a week.
Singing, dancing, and acting.
Workshop Facilitator
Since 2014
Teaching drama, dancing and musical theatre on a freelance basis, running devising and curriculum based workshops with children and adults and Mental Health workshops in schools.
UK: Nottingham Playhouse, Lincoln Performing Arts Centre (LPAC), One Day Creative, Burnley Youth Theatre, Sprouts Nottingham, Rattle and Roll Performance, Stagecoach, Majestic Theatre School Retford, Lincoln Academy of Theatre Arts, Newark Academy of Performing Arts,
Studio 84 Derby, New Youth Theatre, Embassy Theatre Skegness.
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International: St George's School Seville, School of Fish Italy, Faith's Drama Club South Africa, YMCA Camp Mohawk, USA, FANCY, Beijing.
Tutor
Since 2020
I have tutored students privately and in groups on a range of subjects; English, Drama, English as a foreign language and 11 +.
Experience:
Private tuition in
- English as a foreign language for students aged 9-14 in Italy (in person) and China (via Zoom)
- English through Drama
- LAMDA Acting one on one
- 11 Plus exam tuition
Skills
10+ years freelancing and management
Full UK driving licence and transport
First Aid at Work 2020
Designated Safeguarding Lead 2021
Licenced Chaperone
Enhanced DBS on Update Service
Autism Awareness Certification
Safeguarding Certification
PREVENT training
Education
MA Theatre, University of Lincoln
Distinction
2019-2020
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BA Drama, University of Lincoln 2:1
2009-2012
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Mental Health in Young People and Children Diploma
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Other Experience
Writer, Morilee Ltd.
Teaching Assistant, Muskham Primary School
Drama Teacher, PPA Cover
Cover Supervisor, PK Education
Duty Manager, Bottle and Glass, Lincoln General Assistant, The Lincoln Hotel, Lincoln
Web Administrator, Touch 4 Ltd, Manchester
Usher, The Palace Theatre, Manchester
Stage Manager, Starstruck Players
Drama Director, YMCA Camp Mohawk Connecticut
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Blackadder Goes Forth - Director
2017-2018
The Tempest - STORM Project EU
'Miranda'
2011-2012
In Orbit
Embassy Theatre, Skegness
School drama workshops inspired by Luke Jerram's incredible artworks; Gaia, The Moon & Mars
2023
Nottingham Playhouse
Working with schools in Nottinghamshire to create Shakespeare Performances
RSC /Schools Massive
2022
A Seventh Man- Dramaturg
2020
Drinks&Drama
Adult Classes
2018-2021
TESTIMONIALS
Emily was fantastic on the day, and really engaged the children. We had an amazing time, and the children's knowledge really shone through. The children who are normally a bit more reserved had so much more confidence under Emily's guidance. Thank you for a great day!
Primary School, Derbyshire
'Best drama teacher ever!'
Dylan, age 6
Emily was an amazing director who knew how to get the absolute best out of her actors, and was always caring, understand, attentive, and massively supportive.
David Hurt - Actor & Singer
Emily is dedicated, organised and knows how to get the best out of the show. Cast and crew are given the inspiration tools to shine when she is in the chair.
John Michael Lowe - Actor and Music Producer
Absolutely loved working with Emily, she was drama teacher when I started as Nanny at MTS , her passion for drama shines out of her like the little stars she makes the children into. A true professional but also a great friend to not only staff but the children too. I'm so pleased I met this fantastic lady.
Beverley Cumiskey - Theatre School Nanny
'Probably my favourite grown up.'
Ella, age 5.
Emily is amazing! My daughter attended her groups every week which she loved. But the main star of the show was Emily - always so cheerful and full of energy! #TEAMEMILY
Georgia MacAndrew - Student Parent
Emily is a talented creative writer, greatly adept at adapting source material to suit any tone and genre.
Danny Allen - Film Producer
Emily, taught a lesson for me as a special guest. Emily, was fun, entertaining, engaging and super relaxed with the children. She was so good at making sure everyone was engaged and actively involved. I would recommend her and her lessons if you have children who need to gain some confidence or need some excitement and drama skills. Thank you and well done, Emily.
Faith J - Drama Teacher, Port Elizabeth, SA.
'A bit mad, definitely older than 16.'
Katherine, age 10
Emily is just amazing, full stop. You learn so much from her and her beautiful exciting personality, but at the same time you have the most fun you have ever had. A few moments spent with her and your week will be completely transformed from a dull moth into a magnificent butterfly!
Clay, age 14
After decades away from performing, Emily gave me the support, direction and confidence needed to tread the boards again. She is not only incredibly knowledgable but great fun to work with, and never seen without a smile on her face!
Simon Graves- Actor and teacher
Emily came to my son’s fifth birthday party and was a great success!
My son says: “We got to act with dragons which was good fun and I liked playing the games we had when the dragon woke up - we had to pretend to be catle stuff, like chairs, tables and lamps, which was funny fun fun!
Emily clearly adores children and has great ideas for keeping little ones entertained … the one hour she gave us adults to chat amongst ourselves, knowing that our children were safe and enjoying themselves, was invaluable for the event! Emily has a real talent and is a great option for any children’s birthday party!
Mrs KM
What can I do for you?
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Team Building
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Curriculum based drama workshops for schools
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Workshops in Confidence, Positivity and Imagination
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Mental Health/Mindset Matters Drama Workshops
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Drama/Writing classes online or in person
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Dramaturgical services
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Script writing - personalised to your group and project
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Directing
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LAMDA Acting
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Teaching any of the above, and more.
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Homeschooling sessions