Momentum Performing Arts was founded by Alana Grant. Alana trained in performance from the age of two then continued on to full time professional training.  She has training in Musical Theatre, Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Commercial, Lyrical, Latin and Ballroom.

Alana graduated with an HND in Musical Theatre at the age of 18 and continued her studies to achieve a BA (Hons) in dance. Alana took an interest in teaching from the young age of fifteen and learned from experienced teachers and choreographers from around the world. Alongside performing and teaching Alana continued her education to achieve a Level 3 ABT in Teaching. 

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Alana has been teaching for over 15 years working with students from age 3 to 60+. She has choreographed and produced shows with performers of varying abilities, ages and backgrounds both in the UK and Europe. She has also been in various TV shows as an actor and dancer. Alana was previously the Principal for PQA Edinburgh before opening Momentum Performing Arts in 2022. 

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Alana is excited to be inspiring and training students to unlock their potential and push themselves fearlessly. It’s great to see children grow in skill and confidence for whatever the future may hold. 

Morgan Drew Glasgow (she/her) is a born and bred Edinburgh lass. After completing her undergraduate studies across Edinburgh, Glasgow, and New York City, in Musical Theatre & Acting for Screen, she moved to London, working with fellow Scottish theatre company Blazing Hyena playing KELLY in ‘Immaculate Correction’, The Kings Head, 2018. She went on to write her first one woman show ‘How To Make it To Your 30th Birthday by Avoiding Any and All Danger’ which was produced by Women’s Writes as part of VAULT Festival 2020.

She founded Secondhand Rhiannon Theatre Co. in 2023 after completing her Masters in Acting (Performance) in which she was awarded a Distinction at the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts. SHR was born after a decade in the industry, hustling and advocating for other people's work whilst honing a passion to create her own. ‘SEALED’ was the first show produced by SHR which previewed at The Unity Theatre in Liverpool and went on to a successful run at Edinburgh Fringe 2023. This one woman show was written, produced, directed and performed by Morgan and is her proudest achievement to date. Having taught with MPA pre-LIPA, Morgan is over the moon to be back with us as our drama teacher. She is an open-minded, curious and collaborative facilitator dedicated to creative development in young people as well as cultivating the skills of the individual.

Mhyrren began dancing and singing at the age of 2 where she quickly developed a passion for performing. She graduated with a BA (Hons) Degree in Musical Theatre in 2024 and has recently returned from her first professional contract in China where she spent 13 months performing at Universal Beijing Resort in a variety of different roles. 

Mhyrren began her time here as a student then started her teaching journey as an assistant for 6 years where she supported the kids through all three disciplines helping to grow their confidence and develop their performing skills. Now she is excited to be taking on the role of Musical Theatre teacher where she is eager to continue growing her own skill set whilst passing on her knowledge to the kids at Momentum Performing Arts.

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James Cumming is a Scottish actor and theatre maker based in Edinburgh. He can speak fluent Spanish as his mum grew up in Spain, and he graduated drama school in 2021. Since then he has been involved in a number of projects. He has written a play that premiered at the fringe this year and also wrote an award winning short film. He has acted in a lot of children’s theatre and taken part in many plays in Edinburgh. He has also directed a number of plays and musicals at the Edinburgh Steiner School. He loves being part of Momentum and can’t wait for Singin’ In The Rain in 2027! 

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