I’m Heidi, a student studying BA (Hons) Theatre Studies at the University of Surrey, currently on a placement year at Pavilion Dance South West, Bournemouth. I see myself as a performer, blogger and Whilst on placement have focused on building a career in the creative arts industry, and when i graduate i hope to start out as a trainee producer or take a PGCE and become a teacher.


My Theatre Studies course covers a variety of modules on different aspects of theatre life including site specific performance, acting for stage and screen, history of theatre, contemporary dance, working in the arts and independent study. During my time at university i have tried to undertake many opportunities within societies and my theatre course which include:
- Assistant Director for the ‘Surrey Youth Drama Festival’ supported by Surrey County Council (June 2012) where I had to time manage students effectively through strong communication skills during the running of the day’s events.
- Assistant Stage Manager for the ‘School of Arts End of Year Show’ and HE2 and HE3 Dance Assessments (June 2012) where I dealt affectively with working under pressure
- Box Office Assistant for Guildford Shakespeare Company’s Production of Richard 3rd and for the Ivy Arts Centre on campus
- Written three Articles for The Stag University Newspaper - 2DEEP, Is theatre a thing of Beauty? (Nov 2012) SOA Christmas Show Review (Jan 2013)
- Assistant Choreographer, “Fame”, March 2013 (Musical Theatre Society)
- Choral and Solo singing in charity showcases, Briar Rose and Guys and Dolls and Dance Ensemble for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (2011-2013)
- A member of Latin and Ballroom Society University Dance Sport

During my time on placement at PDSW i am getting the opportunity to work with some fantastic companies and starting to network within the South West region. I have a constant willingness to learn and have already done workshops with Lost Dog and SMITH Dance Theatre, assisted in Mini Mover's Under 5s class and Parkinson's Dance class. I have also attended a Secondary Focus CPD class with Zoie Logic. I am also taking my Gold Arts Award and with my passion for dance and performing have joined 'Coevo' the adult contemporary company, whilst participating in tap and musical theatre classes.
Qualifications: ISTD Tap Dancing up to Elementary Level Examinations, Grade Five and Six ISTD Modern Examinations

I am a keen supporter of theatre and dance in education and believe the arts are an important part of a child’s development. I have an interest in the social experience of the arts and the reasons behind how and why we make dance and theatre and the collaboration between the two. We share a commitment to the development and sustainability in the arts as a way of reinvigorating our society. I am constantly looking for open doors in order to discover new ideas and opportunities.

Check out my blogs to see some of the things I've been up to.