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Susan Rollo F.I.S.T.D/ A.R.A.D

Principal

Susan Rollo F.I.S.T.D/ A.R.A.D

Principal

Susan started dancing at the age of 5 at the Tozer School of dance under the direction of Sheila Tozer. At 17 she gained her teaching qualifications in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Greek, National, Ballroom and Latin American. Susan went on to open her own school, the Rollo Academy, at 23, when 5 months pregnant! Since then Susan has gained her Fellowship in ISTD Modern entering thousands of students into exams with excellent results. She is also a Life Member with the ISTD and RAD. Being the Principal of the school for so many years, Susan has overseen the success of many students who have gone on to perform professionally including both her daughters.

Sam Rollo F.I.S.TD

Director

Sam Rollo F.I.S.TD

Director

Sam first began dancing at the Rollo Academy at the age of two where she completed her final exams in ISTD tap and modern. At 16 she went on to Bird College for vocational training achieving her Teaching Associates, College Diploma and position of Head girl. Sam has spent her professional career dancing around the world, performing in shows in Japan, Paris and London and working extensively for Princess Cruises as Dance Captain and Project Coordinator. Other teaching experience includes Tap Coach at Studio 79 Leicester, Jazz and Partner Work at The Centre Performing Arts College in London, Jazz and Ballet Tutor at Loughborough University, Ballet Coach at the National Ice Centre and Jazz and Tap Coach at M.A.D.D College. Sam also choreographs wedding dances and events for local charities including the Rosie May Foundation and organises the annual Nottingham Dance Festival. She holds a fellowship in Tap and Licentiate in Modern "It's a privilege to be a teacher and have the opportunity to inspire and encourage both children and adults of all ages”

Gemma Rollo A.I.S.T.D

Dance

Gemma Rollo A.I.S.T.D

Dance

Gemma began her training here at the ‘Rollo Academy’ and then at 16, went to Doreen Bird College where she gained her teaching qualifications and her Diploma. For the last 13 years, she has worked in many areas of the industry, mostly performing on the cruise ships, but also shows in the UK and touring, film and video and Commercial work. Gemma enjoys coming to the school to pass on her experiences through her teaching and choreography, bringing her new career interest of working in the fitness industry with her to the children and the parents of the school.

Jessica Mosedale A.I.S.T.D

Dance

Jessica Mosedale A.I.S.T.D

Dance

Jess began dancing from the age of 3 and later joined The Rollo Academy where she completed her Advanced 2 ISTD exams in Modern and Tap and Advanced 1 Ballet as well as Advanced Foundation RAD. Jess has taken part in several professional pantomimes and has gained many trophies and awards at dance competitions At the age of 18 she successfully auditioned for Bird College in Kent and was offered a DADA however she decided not to move away and chose to pursue a career in teaching becoming a Primary School teaching Assistant and then gaining her ISTD DDI teaching qualification.

Kiera Sanderson

Contemporary

Kiera Sanderson

Contemporary

Kiera Sanderson is a performance artist and choreographer based in Leicestershire, England. Kiera completed her dance training at Falmouth University in 2021, and has since worked as a performer and teacher of movement in the U.K. and internationally. In 2022 Kiera was in Bangkok Thailand, where she delivered contemporary dance workshops, engaging professional and pre-professional dancers. She also secured an artist residency and worked with local Thai creative practitioners creating a multi-disciplinary performance work. Last year Kiera performed and created with French dance company Duck-Billed Company for their new work ‘Plantasia’. Following the premiere in Lyon, the company then embarked on an 8-week film shooting to create a cinematographic version of the piece. Kiera now bases herself in her home city of Leicester and continues to deliver contemporary and floorwork classes across the East Midlands, as well as making her own work to perform and tour.

Ellie Hill

Commercial

Ellie Hill

Commercial

Ellie completed her professional training at the Midlands Academy of Dance and Drama (MADD) in 2024. Since graduating, she has performed in a variety of productions, including a Motown show and multiple large-scale performances across Europe as part of her dance troupe, Xtreme Mas Alongside performing, Ellie works as an in-house choreographer for Xtreme mas , creating original pieces for both stage and touring productions. She is also a passionate teacher and choreographer, working with students of all ages across several schools to develop their technique, creativity, and performance skills. Ellie brings her industry experience and enthusiasm for dance into every class and project, aiming to inspire the next generation of performers.

Hannah Oseman

Singing

Hannah Oseman

Singing

Hannah is a theatre practitioner originally from Hertfordshire and now working in the Midlands. She trained in musical theatre at the Emil Dale Academy, as well as in acting at Guildhall School of Music and Drama, before getting her degree from Rose Bruford College. She has several years experience of teaching and working with young people, and is currently teaching at MADD College in Nottingham on their musical theatre BTEC. When she isn’t teaching, Hannah is a director working in the industry, most recently being a part of the Sheffield Crucible’s production of A Christmas Carol.