We’re delighted to share an update on one of our brilliant former students, Yazmin, whose performing arts journey began right here at Jigsaw Performing Arts School in Ilford and has gone on to reach some truly exciting milestones.
During her time at Jigsaw, Yazmin developed a real passion for dance, drama and singing, loved meeting new friends, and thrived on trying out new skills. She often spoke about how Jigsaw helped her build confidence and encouraged her ambition to pursue a career in the performing arts – and she certainly meant it when she said “watch this space!”
Since then, Yazmin has continued to work hard on her training, going on to attend the prestigious Mountview Theatre School, where she further honed her skills as a performer. Her dedication paid off when she was cast in the West End production of Les Misérables. An incredible achievement and a proud moment for everyone who has followed her journey.
Yazmin is now continuing to shine on stage, currently appearing in panto as Princess Rose in Sleeping Beauty at Nottingham Playhouse. It’s wonderful to see her talent, confidence and love for performing bringing joy to audiences, just as it did all those years ago at Jigsaw.
From a four-year-old taking her first steps in her performing arts class to a professional performer on some of the UK’s most celebrated stages, Yazmin’s story is a fantastic example of where passion, training and belief can lead. We can’t wait to see what she does next.
Yazmin will also be back teaching perfroming arts to our younger students in the New Year. What a treat!
If you’d like to follow in Yazmin’s footsteps—or simply explore the skills, confidence, and creativity our classes can unlock, we’d love to welcome you. Join us for a two-week trial at Jigsaw Ilford, held at Valentines High School on Saturday afternoons, and see firsthand how our classes help students grow both on and off the stage.