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MEET THE TEAM
Performers, teachers, youth workers, mental health professionals, producers and trusted adults. Different disciplines, one shared belief in what young people can become.
OUR FOUNDERS AND DIRECTORS
CAROLINE BOURY
Founder, Director and
CEO.
RAKESH BOURY
Founder and Director
KAGE DOUGLAS
Director
SHALISHA JAMES DAVIS
Director
LEADERSHIP AND PROGRAMME TEAM
Head of Industry and
Development
Head of Pastoral Care and Wellbeing.
THE RIGHT PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
Safeguarding, wellbeing, representation and professional experience are embedded across our team, so every young person is supported, inspired and challenged in the right way
TEACHING AND CREATIVE TEAM
Monique Anderson
Troupe Lead and Dance
Moniqué began her professional vocational training at ’Bodywork Company’ in Cambridge. Moniqué trained as a ‘triple threat performer’ gaining a diploma in Musical Theatre - studying various dance disciplines like Hip hop, commercial, and jazz and focusing her efforts on Acting and singing. She furthered her education at GSA where she completed her Degree.
Credits include Actress in ‘For a brief Moment’, Currently training with House of Gospel Choir,
Assistant choreographer/lead dancer Queens Jubilee parade with Boury Academy,
Notting Hill Carnival Redbull stage artist Alicai Harley with ‘Energy Squad’, ‘Move IT’ featured dancer King of the Castle by Ryan Lee Seager.
Moniqué has a huge passion and enthusiasm for performing arts. She brings that same energy to her classes. Wanting each person to feel confident & most importantly to have fun!
Credits include Actress in ‘For a brief Moment’, Currently training with House of Gospel Choir,
Assistant choreographer/lead dancer Queens Jubilee parade with Boury Academy,
Notting Hill Carnival Redbull stage artist Alicai Harley with ‘Energy Squad’, ‘Move IT’ featured dancer King of the Castle by Ryan Lee Seager.
Moniqué has a huge passion and enthusiasm for performing arts. She brings that same energy to her classes. Wanting each person to feel confident & most importantly to have fun!
Henry Osei Tutu
Drama
Henry is a versatile actor and theatre practitioner with experience across theatre and film, as well as a passion for dance, physical theatre, and music composition. Their performing arts journey began with singing in primary school, continued through competitive dance in secondary school, and culminated in a BA in Performing Arts (2024).
During their studies, which primarily focused on theatre, Henry leapt at the chance to develop their own short film for their dissertation, "SLEEPSCAPE", which received an Official Selection Award at a film festival, reflecting their love for storytelling, directing, and composing.
Trained with Frantic Assembly on the Ignition Programme (2022) and mentored on the Ignition Project in 2023, Henry has developed a strong foundation in devised theatre, ensemble work, and dynamic performance.
They are delighted to be teaching drama at the Academy, inspiring young students to explore creativity, build confidence, and shine in their own unique way. Through their own experience as a performer, they understand the excitement and challenges of stepping onto the stage and are committed to making every class a fun, supportive, and inspiring space for growth.
During their studies, which primarily focused on theatre, Henry leapt at the chance to develop their own short film for their dissertation, "SLEEPSCAPE", which received an Official Selection Award at a film festival, reflecting their love for storytelling, directing, and composing.
Trained with Frantic Assembly on the Ignition Programme (2022) and mentored on the Ignition Project in 2023, Henry has developed a strong foundation in devised theatre, ensemble work, and dynamic performance.
They are delighted to be teaching drama at the Academy, inspiring young students to explore creativity, build confidence, and shine in their own unique way. Through their own experience as a performer, they understand the excitement and challenges of stepping onto the stage and are committed to making every class a fun, supportive, and inspiring space for growth.
Brian Raftery
Singing
Brian is an actor, singer and multi instrumentalist from Galway, Ireland. After completing his degree in chamber piano and conducting at the MTU Cork School of Music, he moved across the Irish Sea to train in Musical Theatre at the Royal Academy of Music.
Since graduating, Brian has been involved in music and theatre, both on and off the stage as a piano accompanist, session musician and musical director as well as performing in such shows as Sweeney Todd (Theatre Royal, Stratford), Rising: A New Irish Musical (Toulouse L’Autrec), Jilted (Other Palace Theatre) and The Queen Is Mad (Edinburgh Fringe 2025, Zoo Southside).
Since graduating, Brian has been involved in music and theatre, both on and off the stage as a piano accompanist, session musician and musical director as well as performing in such shows as Sweeney Todd (Theatre Royal, Stratford), Rising: A New Irish Musical (Toulouse L’Autrec), Jilted (Other Palace Theatre) and The Queen Is Mad (Edinburgh Fringe 2025, Zoo Southside).
Isabella Cannon
Musical Theatre
Isabella is a professional dancer from Australia. Trained full time at Dynamite studios Australia completing her cert III and IV in dance.
After graduating Isabella began her professional career on board Celebrity cruise line as a production cast dancer. Most recently was apart of the cast in Pink flamingo Cabaret show. Isabellas other professional work includes multiple dance/acting roles in Tv/movies, Dancing along side DJ’s and other artists.
Isabella is very passionate about teaching and prides herself in creating fun yet challenging classes across the board.
After graduating Isabella began her professional career on board Celebrity cruise line as a production cast dancer. Most recently was apart of the cast in Pink flamingo Cabaret show. Isabellas other professional work includes multiple dance/acting roles in Tv/movies, Dancing along side DJ’s and other artists.
Isabella is very passionate about teaching and prides herself in creating fun yet challenging classes across the board.
Maisie Marie
Mini B's
Maisie is a theatre practitioner and actor who trained in American Theatre Arts at Rose Bruford College, graduating in 2026.
During my training, I had the opportunity to study at The New School in New York, where I made my Off-Broadway debut in Much Ado About Nothing as Duke Frederick. I also have experience in writing, directing and creating theatre, which has strengthened my love of storytelling and imaginative play.
I’m passionate about introducing children to drama and musical theatre from a young age and creating a space where they can be creative, have fun and build confidence. I know that every child learns and expresses themselves differently, so I aim to make my classes energetic, encouraging and accessible, with plenty of opportunities for children to explore through movement, music, games and storytelling.
I particularly love working with younger children and seeing their confidence grow as they discover that their ideas, voices and imaginations are worth sharing. My aim is for every child to leave class feeling proud of themselves, excited to come back and a little more confident than when they arrived.
During my training, I had the opportunity to study at The New School in New York, where I made my Off-Broadway debut in Much Ado About Nothing as Duke Frederick. I also have experience in writing, directing and creating theatre, which has strengthened my love of storytelling and imaginative play.
I’m passionate about introducing children to drama and musical theatre from a young age and creating a space where they can be creative, have fun and build confidence. I know that every child learns and expresses themselves differently, so I aim to make my classes energetic, encouraging and accessible, with plenty of opportunities for children to explore through movement, music, games and storytelling.
I particularly love working with younger children and seeing their confidence grow as they discover that their ideas, voices and imaginations are worth sharing. My aim is for every child to leave class feeling proud of themselves, excited to come back and a little more confident than when they arrived.
Angelo Paragoso
Saturday Manager and Studios Team
Angelo is a UK-based Filipino performer. He trained at the Royal Conservatoire The Hague, Repertory Philippines, and Powerdance Philippines. He began his career with Repertory Philippines before joining the original Dutch productions of Miss Saigon and Fame. He later performed in the original UK tour of Miss Saigon and has been based in the UK ever since, appearing in venues including the London Palladium, London Coliseum, Royal Albert Hall, and the National Theatre. He was most recently seen as Iago in Disney's Aladdin, UK & Ireland Tour, with screen credits including Wonka, Paddington 2, Nocebo, and Netflix's Haunted. Alongside performing, Angelo is also a drama and dance teacher, having taught classes and workshops at the Royal Academy of Dance, South London Theatre, and Blue Elephant Theatre.
Pedr Davis
Dance and Musical Theatre
Pedr Davis
Academy Manager and Musical Theatre
Pedr trained at Bird College.
He has since performed in a variety of stage productions, crossing a wide range of dance styles.Credits include: Aida (Royal Opera House 2022 & 2025), Werq the World (London Pa
lladium), Beks (European Tour & Mighty Hoopla), Hairspray (RCCL), choreographer for ‘Oh My!’ (Georgia Phillips; Music Video), assistant choreographer for ‘(be)longing’ (Michael Mendones), dancer for Homoparody Queer Collective, Globestar Entertainment, Move It (2018 & 2019), Celebrity Cruises, UK Productions and Crossroads Pantomimes.
He loves teaching adults and young people across London, and is thrilled to be sharing his knowledge and choreography with the students at The Boury Academy.
Robert Ogilvie
Music Production / Technical Theatre
Rob is an incredibly talented lighting and technical designer and a valued member of the Boury family, responsible for bringing many of our productions to life on stage.
He has worked extensively across some of the UK’s most prestigious venues, including the National Theatre, Royal Opera House, Royal Festival Hall, Fairfield Halls and numerous West End theatres. Earlier in his career he was also part of the touring technical team for Swan Lake, travelling across Europe for two and a half years.
Rob’s skill set spans a wide range of technical and creative disciplines including lighting design and programming, laser design and programming, live sound engineering, music production and DJing. His ability to combine technical precision with creative flair allows him to create exciting and professional stage environments that elevate every Boury production.
We are incredibly lucky to have Rob as part of the team and his work plays a huge role in helping our students experience what it feels like to perform in a truly professional environment.
He has worked extensively across some of the UK’s most prestigious venues, including the National Theatre, Royal Opera House, Royal Festival Hall, Fairfield Halls and numerous West End theatres. Earlier in his career he was also part of the touring technical team for Swan Lake, travelling across Europe for two and a half years.
Rob’s skill set spans a wide range of technical and creative disciplines including lighting design and programming, laser design and programming, live sound engineering, music production and DJing. His ability to combine technical precision with creative flair allows him to create exciting and professional stage environments that elevate every Boury production.
We are incredibly lucky to have Rob as part of the team and his work plays a huge role in helping our students experience what it feels like to perform in a truly professional environment.
WANT TO WORK WITH US?
We're always keen to hear from talented and values-driven freelance teachers, creatives and practitioners. We also run an annual internship programme for those not in employment, education or training. For more information please do get in touch.
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