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 14 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 returning as Filmmaking 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.

Zoe began dancing and singing lessons at the age of 3 years. She has performed in many theatres throughout Scotland and has participated in numerous dance competitions. Zoe graduated from college at the age of 21 having studied dance and musical theatre for four years. After graduating Zoe furthered her education by obtaining her ISTD qualifications enabling her to teach dance. 

Zoe successfully auditioned for Carnival Cruise Line and went on to travel as a singer dancer for five years and for her final two years she was promoted to Cast Manager. 

Zoe has extensive experience of choreographing and teaching dance to a range of ages and she continues to perform with a dance troop which tours Scotland. She endeavours to keep up to date with current dance trends by attending workshops across the UK and USA. 

One of Zoe’s greatest pleasures has been to choreograph a number of competition dance pieces for students who went on to achieve first place in both commercial and lyrical style dance. 

Zoe loves to watch people grow and excel themselves. Her favourite quote is “Confidence is key. Whatever you do, don’t ever give up”.

Eilidh has been passionate about the performing arts since a very young age. Her love grew from attending dance and youth theatre classes from the age of 4 years old. She strongly believes in the importance of encouraging young people into the arts as it provides them with a wide variety of transferable skills such as confidence and creativity.  

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Throughout her teenage years, Eilidh spent a lot of her time volunteering in both dance and drama classes which is what inspired her to pursue teaching. She finds it incredibly rewarding to give back the skills and knowledge that she has been taught onto the next generation of young creatives.  

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Eilidh graduated with a First Class BA (hons) Degree in Acting after training for three years in Edinburgh. Since then, Eilidh has been fortunate to work professionally within the industry giving her a range of experience and knowledge she hopes to pass on to the students. She particularly enjoys physical theatre, new writing, ensemble work and devising. Eilidh loves to learn new techniques and skills, so she continues to train professionally through various courses and workshops.  This means the students are given up-to-date insights and knowledge into the performing arts industry. 

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 Beauty and the Beast! 

Mhyrren began dancing and singing at the age of 2 where she quickly developed a passion for performing. She has recently graduated with a BA (Hons) Degree in Musical Theatre and is currently working professionally in the industry.  

Along with performing Mhyrren loves teaching and passing on her knowledge to the kids at Momentum Performing Arts. As a teaching assistant Mhyrren supports the kids through all three disciplines and loves helping to grow their confidence and developing their performing skills.