Having arrived from England in 1998 Upstage founder Adrian Neil decided to put his extensive acting training and experience to good use. In April 1999 Upstage started out as part of the South Pasadena Community Services program.

"I wanted the students to do all three disciplines i.e. acting, dancing and singing because that's how actors are taught in England. And the skills learnt in the performing arts are so useful to young people whatever future career they choose."..... ADRIAN NEIL ..
ABOUT ADRIAN...
Adrian has been a professional actor and drama teacher for fifteen years. He was born and educated in England completing a BA (honors) at Leeds University and a Drama Diploma at the Arts Educational Schools, London.
He currently teaches drama at Fairburn, Westwood, Overland and Rosewood elementary schools, as well as private coaching and workshops for the Girl Scout Badge. Adrian has worked extensively in film and television including 24, Ocean’s 13, Entourage, General Hospital, The King of Queens and Frasier to name a few.
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