BEST TEACHER
Achievement Award
W I N N E R
2024
PRINCIPAL
Dannika is a 2020 graduate from Performance Preparation Academy (PPA) . She graduated with a BA (Hons) in Performance in Musical Theatre and also holds an extended diploma in Performing Arts (Dance).
Dannika won the "Best Teacher" Achievement Award Winner at The Black British Theatre Awards, 2024. Her award was sponsored by The Lion King. Dannika is honoured to have won this award and wants to sincerely thank everyone who voted for her. Dannika is a dedicated teacher who always goes above and beyond for her students!
Dannika attended Stagecoach Mitcham for 12 years, where her passion for the arts was discovered. At Stagecoach, she successfully completed 8 years worth of LAMDA examinations and finished her LAMDA training with her Grade 8 Acting and Grade 6 Musical Theatre exams, both of which she passed with distinctions.
Dannika has 10 years extensive teaching experience teaching all performing arts disciplines to children aged 3 - 18 years of age. Dannika currently teaches at Stagecoach Kingston & Surbiton as an Early Stages Teacher, at Southside Theatre Academy as a peripatetic LAMDA teacher and at Presto! Performing Arts a Main School Drama and Primary Musical Theatre teacher. Dannika runs the Presto! Agency alongside the Presto! Principal where she helps submit clients for professional castings they are suitable for through Spotlight.
Dannika has appeared in Law & Order: UK as Jodie Gaines and iLL Blu ft. James Morrison's music video 'Lonely People.' She has appeared in Redhill's pantomime of Jack and The Beanstalk working alongside Strictly stars, James and Ola Jordan. In her third year at drama school, Dannika was assigned the roles of Linda Lou and dance captain in 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,' as well as playing ensemble in 'Chess' the musical.
Dannika is a professional actress and model, represented by Mark Jermin Management and Mentor Model Agency so is currently in the loop of auditioning and self taping! Dannika has most recently appeared in a feature film called 'Dead Fun' playing a supporting role named 'The Girls' Best Friend' and in a short film called 'The Things I'll Do to Be President' playing the role of 'Miss Phillips' both with The Spit Game UK. Dannika has appeared in a Cineworld 4DX campaign, an Ickle Bubba campaign for their 'Stomp Stride Stroller' and two beauty shoots for Boots, modelling their own brand 'Good Gut' and 'SPF+' products. And, she has recently filmed a short film called 'Woman to Woman' where she played the lead role, 'Her.'
Dannika holds:
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A BA (Hons) in Performance in Musical Theatre
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An extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)
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An enhanced DBS certificate on the update system
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A professional chaperone license issued through the Achieving for Children Department at Kingston upon Thames Council
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A first aid certificate
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Equity membership
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Teaching insurance which covers online and in-person lessons
Note: Dannika is currently completing a Level 3 Child Psychology diploma and a Level 3 Safeguarding Lead course
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LAMDA EXAM RESULTS
LAMDA EXAM RESULTS
A small selection of our Soar academy students who have completed their LAMDA exams and received their LAMDA certificates!
Sarah, Romeo's Mum
"Romeo loves his weekly lesson with Dannika, she has helped his confidence so much! His self tapes have come such a long way since working with SOAR. Can’t recommend them enough! Thank you so much!"
Ketki, Esha's Mum
"Dannika and her team at SOAR are excellent! Lessons are tailored specifically for your child's need and they make sure to bring out the best in a child. My daughter is thriving with SOAR lessons particularly in American Accent and we are already looking forward for what's in store for us for LAMDA exam training! Couldn't have asked for anything more as we are getting the best. I highly recommend SOAR for everyone that are looking for any training."
Michelle, Charlotte's Mum
"My daughter Charlotte has taken online lessons with Dannika since Covid. It’s strange how someone we have never met in person has been able to expertly guide Charlotte all the way through her LAMDA exams up to Grade 8 level gaining distinctions all along the way. It shows how skilled Dannika is in preparing her students for exams even through she is not physically with them. Online lessons are a great time efficient way for students to learn and in no way is teaching sacrificed because the teacher isn’t actually in the same room. Charlotte loves her time with Dannika and Dannika has built a wonderful relationship with her and got the best out of her. We would highly recommend SOAR Performance Academy to anyone who is looking for excellent LAMDA teaching."
Laura, Felix's Mum
"My son loves his online lessons with Dannika. He started by attending the short American Accent group course last year and now has regular 1-2-1 LAMDA lessons and the occasional audition prep. SOAR really care about his development, are very approachable and tailor their lessons for the individual. The results from exams successes and the amount of children they have working in the industry speak for themselves. I highly recommend Dannika and the SOAR team."
Davina, Aurora's Mum
"My daughter absolutely loves her online classes. Dannika is a great teacher and really knows how to keep her engaged in the lesson. I fully recommend every parent sign up their child to the online classes because they are really convenient!"
