SPOTLIGHT ON STEPH
Name Steph Michael
Where are you from? East Barnet
When did start working at Jigsaw? January 2026
Which Jigsaw schools do you and have you worked in? I work in Jigsaw Potters Bar and Barnet.
What subject do you teach? I am a performing arts assistant in both schools. I also work with Megan during the week, helping her with the admin side of things!
Where did you train? I trained at Masters Performing Arts College in Essex where I gained a Level 6 Diploma in Musical theatre.
What did you do before Jigsaw? Have you had any of jobs that you loved/hated? I worked in a restaurant as a waitress whilst also auditioning for performing roles. A job that I loved and still love is teaching dance. A job that I hated was working in an office as I couldn’t sit still for that many hours.
What’s your greatest career achievement? Graduating college, getting an agent and landing a job as a performing elf at Christmas.
What do you enjoy the most at Jigsaw? I enjoy the atmosphere and connection everyone has. The team are all very welcoming and friendly and the kids are very fun to teach and get to know each week. Jigsaw feels like a safe environment for children to be themselves, make lots of friends and most of all have fun!
What has been your favourite moment at Jigsaw? Seeing the younger kids that start off upset and wanting their parent at the start of the session to thriving, joining in and loving the rest of the session. It’s really nice to see their growth. Their confidence grows and they get braver each week they come in.
What’s your favourite show? Legally Blonde
What would be the most rewarding role or show for you to do? I would love to be a dancer in Hairspray, Mamma Mia or Legally Blonde.
Who is your favourite actor/actress? Why? Brianne Howey – I think she’s really funny and she plays each character in each show she’s in so well. She embodies the character very well and has the ability to make you believe everything she is saying or doing.
Do you have a favourite song? What you need – Tems
If you had a film of your life who would play you? Ashley Tisdale – because I think she is just as dramatic as I am!
Anything else you think we should know about you? I have a big German Shepherd dog that I love. I’m terrified of wasps. I love musical theatre and would love to be on the West End one day!