Founder and Artistic Director
GAYNOR OWEN
ISTD Examiner of Modern and Tap to FDI
The dynamic driving force behind MDDC’s enviable reputation, Gaynor Owen began dancing at the age of six, before being educated at The Hammond School, Chester.
Miss Owen is now firmly established as a major international examiner for the ISTD, and a highly respected Chairperson of the Modern Faculty Committee.
With more than 50 years experience of performance and teaching Miss Owen’s knowledge and expertise continue to influence the high standards MDDC sets for itself and its students.
See College History for Miss Owen’s full biog and video of her 50th anniversary celebrations
Principal
DEBORAH JAMES
ISTD Examiner of Modern and Tap to FDI
Dedicated to dance performance and teaching, Deborah James began her career after being
educated at The Hammond School, performing throughout the UK and Europe before bringing
her extensive knowledge to MDDC in 1986.
Choreographing and directing the college Junior productions as well as teaching Modern, Tap
and Ballet, Miss James continues the tradition of excellence in performance and teaching at
MDDC.
Vice Principal
JANE BAYLIS
Head of Anatomy and Performance History
Head of Lifespan Development and Health & Safety
Jane's role at MDDC is a multi-faceted one, as well as teaching Health & Safety, she also teaches Classical Ballet and is a personal tutor for third year students.
Her enthusiasm and interest encourages students to develop and understand their knowledge and expertise in these fundamental areas.
Head of National
Barbara Simons FSSTD
Fellowship National Examiner & Committee Member Barbara has taught from Primary to Advanced, Associate & Licenciates in Ballet, Tap, Modern and National. She has over 30 years teaching experience and has been at MDDC since 1970. More recently she choreographed for the Grandison Clark Awards in London attaining First Place with her students.
Head of Ballroom & Latin
TBC LISTD (Ballroom)
Head of Singing & Music
Suzanne Taylor
Following training at the Royal Northern College of Music Suzanne performed in the UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand as a member of the Doyly Carte Opera Company. She has also played leading roles in theatre & pantomime. As well as fulfilling her role as MDDC Vocal Director Suzanne is also assistant producer & director of the Crosby Gilbert & Sullivan Society and a principal member of the 'Magic of Gilbert & Sullivan' touring the UK.
Head of Drama
Craig Thompson LGSMD, GSMD, ALAM
Craig began his career with the Wirral Youth Theatre where he took part in all aspects of theatre productions, from physical theatre to musicals and straight plays. After graduating from MDDC he has worked in Europe, the US and Caribbean. The teaching experience he gained in a variety of London and North West schools is invaluable to MDDC and has seen him rise quickly to Head of Drama since joining the company in 2005.
Head of Musical Theatre
Heather Roberts
After graduating from MDDC, Heathers dancing talent has taken her around the world to shows in Europe, Japan and Las Vegas. She joined the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line rising to Rehearsal Choreographer and later Assistant Director before returning to Liverpool in 2004. Heather brings a fresh approach to the college and her vast experience is a valuable asset to the Jazz and Musical Theatre classes and the many shows performed by the students each year.
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