Y&T Afterschool Academy
Discover, Create & Shine
At Young & Talented, we believe every child has a star inside them waiting to shine.
Our Afterschool Academy in Hackney offers a fun and supportive space where children can explore their creativity through Acting, Singing, Dance and More
Want to get Involved or find out more? Drop Ben an email at:
hello@youngandtalented.co.uk
At Y&T Hackney
Our classes give young people the confidence to embrace who they are, both on stage and in their lives!
We pride ourselves on creating a dedicated, enthusiastic, and very talented group of young performers.
Become a Y&T Superstar
No prior experience is needed, just bring your enthusiasm and energy
Find Us at
FieldWorks Dance, 284 Richmond Road, Hackney, E8 3Q
Every Tuesday during term time
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Y&T Hackney Afterschool Academy Team
Suzann trained at the prestigious Italia Conti Academy and has an MA in Professional Practice (directing and producing theatre for Social Change) and is the 2022 winner of the Black British Business Award. In 2018 Suzann became the CEO/Artistic Director of Theatre Peckham. As an actress her credits include Good Omens, Dr. Who, Casualty, Bafta nominated Little Miss Jocelyn, Eastenders, The Honourable Woman and the BUPA for living commercial. In 2012 Suzann was selected to carry the Olympic Flame in the Torch Relay in recognition for her work within the community.
Ben is a multi-instrumentalist and singer, with an eclectic performance history, rooted in vocal and intrumental music, musical theatre, dance and drag. After graduating with a BA in Music from Oxford University, Ben trained as a primary school teacher, and found his passion for enriching the lives of young people. Since then he has been using his skills to empower students and encourage their development in a variety of settings and roles, including here at Young&Talented. Ben loves to share his passion for music and theatre with everyone he comes across!
As Musical Director, Ben has worked on the festive shows at Theatre Peckham such as “The Wonderful”, “Scroogelicious!”,and “Rapunzel”. Other credits include “The Show that Goes RIGHT!” At the Cockpit Theatre in Marylebone and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at Opera Holland Park.
Charlotte is a actor and dancer who has been working professionally for over 10 years in the industry. She trained at LIPA (Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts) and since then has gone on to perform for numerous artists on TV and danced in film too.
Her highlights include backing dancing for Robbie Williams, Dua Lipa, Kylie Minogue and Black Eyed Peas.She has also starred in Wicked 1 & 2, Betterman, and recently finished filming the new Beatles films.
She brings all of this experience to her teaching and loves sharing what she has learnt with younger minds.
Chelsea Omoogun is a former student of Y&T, and now takes on the role of Centre Coordinator at the Y&T Hackney branch, assisting with behind the scenes action and helping to ensure that operations run smoothly.
WHERE ARE WE?
The Hackney Afterschool Academy takes place every week during term time at:
47 Martello St
Hackney E8 3PE
Y&T After School Academy Tuesdays:
3:30pm - 4pm (3-4s)
4pm - 5pm (5-7s)
5pm - 6pm (8-10s)
Term Dates
(for the current academic year - Hackney Branch)
