About Me

Hello! My name is Lesia, I am White-British and my ethnic origin is Ukrainian. I can speak 3 languages other than English - basic French and German, and fluent Ukrainian.
I am 28 years of age and I have a passion for working with young children. I am a full time primary school teacher but one could mistake me for an actor as I "act" on a daily basis in front of the children, making their learning journey very active and fun, as well as rewarding.
I am very bubbly and outgoing, always smiling and try to seek the positives in life. My friends and colleagues would describe me as hardworking, honest, trustworthy, organised, intelligent, confident, fun, friendly and kind.

Acting

Experience

Accents

Employment History & Experience

I have had some experience in acting as part of a drama group in secondary school where I played the part of an Eastenders character. I have also acted on stage within the Ukrainian community in a Ukrainian production of Little Red Riding Hood, and since childhood, I have played various roles in Ukrainian Christmas productions.

Modelling

Experience

Employment History & Experience

I have taken part in three photo shoots - One was part of a student group photo experience, where I modelled various chosen outfits, individually and with my friends. The second photo shoot was a more glamorous experience with photographer Michael Bailey in Birmingham. Again, I modelled my own outfits and this was a very enjoyable experience for me. As stated by Michael, I am a "natural" in front of the camera! Michael thought I had previously had professional modelling experience and was very surprised when I said that I had not. He said I have great potential and at the time, he felt that I would be well suited to burlesque or glamour modelling. Finally, I have had taken part in a photo shoot with my ex partner which again, was a unique experience. We modelled our own clothes and as part of the shoot, we wore traditional Ukrainian clothing.

Music

Experience

Vocal Skills

Instruments Played

Employment History & Experience

I have taken part in various shows, concerts and cabarets since my childhood, singing songs in Ukrainian and English. I have sang as a part of a mixed choir, a female choir and a cabaret group. Last year I sang a duet with the Ukrainian cabaret group at a folk festival in Wales - this was a very fun and rewarding experience, and we hope to return next year.
I have achieved Grade 8 in pianoforte although I am more passionate about singing these days.

Dancing

Experience

Dance Skills

Employment History & Experience

I have been taking part in Ukrainian dancing since my childhood and have performed at many concerts and festivals in the UK. I was a ballet dancer for a short time at the age of 7 and passed my first ballet exam with "commendation". I danced as part of a dance group in Secondary School and performed a 70s themed act at the school's dance show.
I recently started pole dancing and although I am only a beginner, I am thoroughly enjoying the experience and have quickly learnt new moves.

Languages Spoken

Experience & Qualifications

General Experience

I have some good experiences of acting in different settings and as part of my job, I act as a "teacher" in front of my children in the classroom, and encouraged drama into children's learning on a daily basis.

Qualifications & Training

Ballet dancing exam certificate
School drama lessons

Other Information

Relevant Skills

Singing, Acting, Modelling, Dancing, Voice overs/Accents

Interests & Hobbies

Singing (solo/duet/choir);
Dancing (Ukrainian/freestyle/pole);
Training at the gym (5 times per week);
Period dramas on TV - Mr Selfridge, The Tudors;
James Bond (Daniel Craig) films;
Baking cakes;
Travelling;
Socialising with friends;
Fashion