Professional Actor, Singer and Dancer trained and working in London, UK and New York, USA.
This website focuses on what I offer as a Movement Director and as a teacher I offer Dance, Singing, Acting, Movement and Exercise. Online and in my London studio. Find out about how it all works here.
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ABOUT ME
I have been working on and off West End Theatres since I was a child. I work professionally at corporate events in venues such as Earls Court, Olympia and Excel London to audiences up to 10,000 people. I have performed in numerous music videos and on TV Programmes for CBBC, ITV and Channel 4. I have performed at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, in pantomimes and immersive shows.
TEACHING
DANCE
I trained at Pineapple Performing Arts School at Pineapple Dance Studios, Covent Garden, London, in musical theatre, jazz, contemporary, disco, ballroom and social dance. I specialise in hip-hop.
I have International Dance Theatre Association qualifications in ballet, tap, theatre craft and latin.
At Rose Bruford College, Acting Part Time Course, I teach hip-hop and ballet.
LEARN:
Do you want to learn a new style, improve your dance technique or learn choreography?
DURATION
I recommend 1.5 - 2 HOURS, per session.
This allows time for a full body warm up beforehand for your own body’s progression and to prevent any injuries. Before moving onto the routine and tackling choreography.
SINGING
I have a Grade 8 Singing qualification from Trinity College London in classical and musical theatre.
I teach singing at Pineapple Performing Arts School, Pineapple Dance Studios, London.
LEARN:
Repertoire building in Musical Theatre, Pop, Rock and Classical.
General Voice Training for stage and screen.
DURATION
I recommend 1 HOUR per session.
This allows time for a full voice warm up and focus exercises to get you in the right headspace to work and practice your art, before moving onto the songs.
ACTING
I have a BA (Hons) degree in American Theatre Arts from Rose Bruford College of Theatre and Performance and have a Foundation in performance from Drama Centre London.
I teach Drama at Pineapple Performing Arts School, Pineapple Dance Studios, London.
LEARN:
Monologue training, audition technique, Scene Study, Duologue training.
Play analysis and context work.
Stage and Screen work.
DURATION
I recommend 1 HOUR per session.
This allows time for a warm up and focus exercises to get you in the right headspace to work and practice your art, before moving onto the modules and exercises.
MOVEMENT
I teach Movement for Actors at Rose Bruford College on Acting Part Time Course.
LEARN:
My 5 foundational tools to Movement before progressing to modules. Learn a full body warm up and cool down.
We can begin with the basics, explore and reach new areas. I give you the tools to be confident in your own movement, to get you fully inhabiting characters and moving freely!
DURATION
I recommend 1.5 - 2 HOURS, per session.
This allows time for a full body warm up beforehand for your own body’s progression and to prevent any injuries. Focus exercises to get you in the right headspace to work and practice your art, before moving onto the modules.
Practice makes perfect with movement, its all muscle memory so if you are looking for my recommendation, I would say let's start working ASAP!
EXERCISE
I teach specialised workout training.
LEARN:
Fitness, HIIT, pilates, yoga, mobility, strength and flexibility training. Injury re-building.
Get in touch with how specific you want your training to be or if you just want to get moving. This session is customised to YOU.
DURATION
I recommend 1 HOUR per session.
This allows time for a full body warm up before training.
HOW IT WORKS
Beginners / Intermediate / Advanced Classes for ALL AGES.
PRICING:
£50 PER HOUR
Customised for YOU.
One session per week, for however many weeks you want/need.
A couple of sessions per week.
INTENSIVE WEEK: one session per day, for five days.
SPECIAL OFFER:
Book in 5 sessions and get the 6th session for free!
WHERE?
I work in a studio in Canada Water, London (Jubilee Line on the tube, also access from many buses) If you drive, there is a car parking space outside the front door that I can arrange for you.
ONLINE:
Alternatively,
In the time of COVID-19:
LIVE CLASS or INSTRUCTION TEACHING VIDEO offering PRIVATE (one on one) or GROUP SESSIONS all online.
Have the option to remain online or carry on your course in person, in my studio, when permitted.
MOVEMENT DIRECTOR
I have been fortunate enough to work as a Movement Director and Choreographer on many wonderful productions. My latest projects have been NW Live Arts' 'A Soldier's Tale' in Kentish Town, London, directed by Richard Williams and Monkey's Fist Theatre's 'The Hypnotist' directed by Andrea Lewis at the Pleasance Theatre, London.
Are you auditioning to get in to Drama School?
I teach private clients how to hone their craft and prepare them for Drama School, Bachelor of Arts and Masters standard auditions. The more time we have before your auditions - the better!
Book in today!
CONTACT
Morgan Ashley
morganashleyonline@hotmail.co.uk
Spotlight no. 6029-0195-2273
Agent: Fiona Shepherd
Parts Agency
Phone 020 8351 8839
Email admin@pineapplearts.com
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