Established by our main facilitator Fiona Retalic, we offer a wealth of knowledge and experience both in the fields of Performing Arts & Mental Health & Wellbeing for young people in our community.
Fiona spent over 25 years teaching performing arts to children aged 4-18 years. As well as performing herself, she has produced, directed and choreographed numerous theatrical productions, with young people always at the heart of what she does.
With a Diploma in Teaching Performance Arts, a BA in Theatre Arts and a PG Certificate in Childhood & Youth Studies, Fiona returned to university to study for an MSc in Child, Adolescent & Youth Studies, with an interest in using performing arts to benefit health & wellbeing.
Fiona also has assistance at Acting Up! from additional practitioners with specialisms in drama, dance and music as well as appropriate and qualified counsellors for young people, as and when required.
She is also happy to collaborate with other businesses, projects or groups who have the shared objective of enhancing mental health and wellbeing in our communities.