Here are our teaching staff at The Robinson Academy of Drama in Eastbourne.
Our dedicated team are passionate about inspiring confidence, creativity, and self-expression in every student. With a wealth of experience in drama, performance, and teaching, they provide a supportive and encouraging environment where students can develop their skills and grow in confidence.
All of our staff hold enhanced DBS checks and Chaperone Licences, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, professionalism, and care. We are committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable space where every student can thrive both on and off the stage.
Becky Robinson
My name is Becky Robinson, and I am a Drama Teacher and the Co-ordinator of the‘Robinson Academy’.
I live in Eastbourne, where I was brought up and attended local schools.
After earning a 2:1 BA (Hons) in Arts Therapies, majoring in Drama, from the University of Derby, I went on to complete my PGCE at the University of Roehampton in 2000. I then began working as a primary school teacher at a local school.
From my teenage years onwards, I performed in a wide range of plays, musicals, and Shakespeare productions across Eastbourne, Derby, and London.
As both a child and teenager, I took London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) exams myself and found them to be an incredibly valuable and positive learning experience.
Since 2001, I have entered my school’s drama groups into music and arts festivals in the Speech and Drama categories, where they have achieved excellent results.
One of the most rewarding parts of teaching drama is watching children and young adults, who may begin feeling shy and uncertain, grow in confidence, develop their skills, and ultimately perform proudly in front of an audience.
Lisa Terry
I’m Lisa Terry, part of the teaching staff at Robinson Academy of Drama.
I trained at Redroofs Theatre School, Berkshire, and graduated from the 3 year full time Performing Arts course. I have also obtained a British Actors’ Equity.
I live in Eastbourne with my family.
Sam Kavakli
Hello, I am Sam Kavakli – Teaching Assistant and Assistant Director for the youth groups, alongside being Technical Manager and Programme Designer for the company.
I joined the Robinson Drama Academy in 2013 as a 9-year-old looking to try something new and I haven’t looked back since!
I met Becky via being best friends with her oldest son Leon, who I started a duo class alongside.
Together, Leon and I competed in the Eastbourne Music and Arts Festival on a few occasions, with multiple medals and placements in our accolades as well as two trophies!
In 2022, with thanks to the help from Becky and Lisa, I completed my Lamda exam at gold medal, after making my way up the ranks.
I moved into a staff position in 2021 and I have loved every single moment.
I love seeing kids thrive and grow into themselves through the magic of theatre!
I am so proud of every student that I have ever come across and I look forward to hopefully meeting even more in the future.
Safeguarding policy can be viewed at any time.
