Meet the team
All our lessons and courses are tailored to inspire and motivate you, as well as giving you confidence. We will provide the teaching you need to achieve your goals.
Janet Schofield
Janet is a fully qualified and highly professional speech and drama teacher, with more than 30 years of teaching experience.
She has worked with various professionals, businesses, and corporate companies all over the world, helping them develop their speech and communication skills.
Her passion for drama and theatre is key in helping others achieve their own success. What began as a love of performing for Janet, as a member of the Manchester Youth Theatre, has led to professional acting training, roles in various productions and TV appearances. This background is an ideal platform from which to give insight and understanding into the performing world. Over the years, Janet has helped clients develop their speech, communication and performing skills with excellent results.
She endeavours to inspire you to learn and develop your talents to become the best that you can be.
- Licentiate of Speech and Drama
Teaching Diploma (LLCM-TD) University of West London - Associate in Speech and Drama
Teaching Diploma (ALCM-TD) University of West London - B.Ed. University of Lancaster
- Grade 8 Speech and Drama Guildhall
- LAMDA Gold Medal in Verse and Prose
- LAMDA Silver Medal in Acting
- Society of Teachers of Speech and Drama Member
- Spotlight Member
Elise Schofield
Elise is an accomplished Actor, Radio Presenter and Broadcast Journalist. She trained at the prestigious Guildford School of Acting, where she achieved her Masters, and holds a high-level degree in Drama and Theatre from the University of Kent. Elise also achieved a Distinction in Grade 8 Speech and Drama from the University of West London.
As a coach, Elise is passionate about helping others improve their communication skills, particularly those pursuing careers in acting or entertainment. She offers support in audition preparation, character work, script analysis, and voice development. she works closely with individuals to help them achieve their goals and reach their full potential.
Driven by her love for the arts Elise is passionate about using her experience and expertise to make a meaningful impact, supporting others in achieving their personal and professional goals.
- MA in Acting, Guildford School of Acting
- BA (Hons) Drama and Theatre, University of Kent
- Grade 8 Distinction Speech and Drama, London College of Music
- Equity Member
- Spotlight Member
Elise
Elise has a multi-platform career. She began her career as an actor, having trained at the renowned Guildford School of Acting before becoming a journalist with the BBC, as well as a radio presenter. She also attained a high-level degree from the University of Kent in Drama and Theatre and in her spare time, achieved a Grade 8 Distinction with the University of West London in Speech and Drama.
She believes in the importance of mastering the skill of communication and using acting as a tool to inspire and create change. Elise has a passion for the arts and genuinely believes it makes a difference in people’s lives. She inspires you to achieve your goals and be the best version of yourself.
- MA in Acting, Guildford School of Acting
- BA (Hons) Drama and Theatre with University of Kent
- Grade 8 in Speech and Drama with University of West London
- Equity Member
- Spotlight Member
The Centre Stage Academy
Founded by Janet Schofield, The Centre Stage Academy, based in Chester, offers expert coaching and tuition for all your speech and communication needs.
All of our lessons, classes and courses are tailored to inspire and motivate you, as well as giving you confidence. Whether you are a performer who wishes to improve your acting skills; a professional with a presentation to give; or simply wish to improve your communication skills, we will provide the teaching you need to achieve your goals.