Meet The Team

Karen Woodcock

Karen's love of drama began in her first nativity play at the age of four. And she was hooked. Karen's drama studies continued at LAMDA where she trained in acting, writing and stage direction. At the age of 18, Karen began teaching drama opening her first school in Broxbourne called Ntertainers. Karen writes and directs the shows, teaches acting LAMDA up to the Gold award and prepares students for drama school auditions and staging GCSE and A Level drama pieces. When moving to Northill in 2004, she started Masquerades as a way for her own children to make friends. To this day Karen runs Masquerades,  teaches at multiple different schools and given any opportunity will get on stage herself.

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Karen teaches Drama for Juniors, Inters & Seniors.

Charlotte Hollis

Charlotte previously trained at Ntertainers Performing Arts where she studied ballet, tap, jazz and drama. She graduated with IDTA modern jazz gold bar 1.​

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Charlotte teaches Senior Street, Inters Street and assists with Drama.

Danielle Wilkinson

Danielle is a graduate of Stella Mann College of Performing Arts, whose career took off in the cruise ship industry.  Her career has taken her across the globe, entertaining audiences with high energy performances as part of onboard productions.  In addition to her performance experience Danielle has taken on leadership roles such as Dance Captain and Cast Manager, responsible for overseeing rehearsals, maintaining choreography and ensuring the cast delivered top quality, consistent shows.

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Danielle teaches senior ballet, jazz and jazz tech. As well as inters jazz and ballet. Danielle is available for private technical lessons.

Liv Vaughan

Liv joined Masquerades when she was 14 and it was the best decision she ever made. Her love and passion for dance has grown and feels lucky enough to be given the opportunity to teach and choreograph dance. Liv adores her job and loves all the children she teaches. Teaching is the highlight of her week.

Liv teaches Junior Jazz, Junior Ballet, Inters Jazz Tech, and assists Junior Acro, Junior MT and Adult Jazz. 

Nicole Wilkinson

Nicole has been performing since she was 3 years old. She then later took her training further and graduated from Stella Mann College of Performing Arts in 2023. Nicole trained in multiple styles of dance and musical theatre but also has experience in aerial arts and acrobatics. 

Nicole teaches Junior Acro, Junior MT, Junior Jazz, Inters MT, Inters Ballet, Inters Street, Senior Acro, Senior Jazz, Senior Street, & Adult Jazz.

Stan McElligott

Stan McElligott is a professional actor comedian, writer and director. He trained on the prestigious BA Acting and Contemporary Theatre course at East 15 Acting School, developing a wide skill set of creative and acting tools. With extensive experience on stage and screen, award-winning directing credentials, and a background in professional stand-up comedy, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his teaching. Stan is passionate about inspiring young people to develop a love for theatre and the arts - and helping them find their voice.

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Stan assists Drama with Karen.

Sienna Boyden

Sienna teaches Junior Jazz, Junior MT and Junior Ballet.

Emily Belcher

Emily have been dancing since the age of 3 and has fallen in love with it ever since, She competes in dance competitions around England every year. Emily has competed in the Dance World Cup, Dance Proms and All England Dance finals throughout her time. She has also found a new love for teaching others.