About LSPA
More than a dance & theatre school - a community
Inspiring the next generation to discover joy, confidence and a true sense of belonging through performance.
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Dance & Theatre School in Haslemere, Hindhead & surrounding areas
At LSPA (Lannoy School of Performing Arts) we are passionate about inspiring the next generation to discover joy, confidence, and a true sense of community through dance and theatre.
Based in Haslemere, Hindhead, and the surrounding area, we offer high-quality training in a friendly, supportive, and professional environment where every student is encouraged to shine.
Where it all began
Danni founded LSPA with a simple belief: that every child deserves a space to feel supported, inspired and celebrated. Highly qualified and endlessly enthusiastic, she has built a school where technique and fun go hand in hand.
“My daughter loves Miss Danni — she’s fun and really engaging with the kids but also highly qualified in what she does!”
— Tania Adams, LSPA parent
Meet the team
The faces behind every class
Fully qualified, endlessly encouraging, and genuinely loved by their students.
Danni Lannoy
Principal AISTD
Trained at the prestigious Laine Theatre Arts, Danni has performed everywhere from professional pantomime to ‘The Spirit of the Dance’ in Las Vegas, and has also worked on TV for Sony Records and with Capital Radio. DDE-qualified in Modern, Ballet and Tap, she continues her professional development and loves nothing more than passing on her passion for dance.
Michelle Bents
Showtime, Ballet, Tap & Modern
Michelle heads up our Showtime team and teaches ISTD graded dance and LAMDA. She trained at ArtsEd London, gaining a degree in Musical Theatre, and performed in the West End (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Lend Me a Tenor) and on tour (Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Hairspray, My Fair Lady and more). She gained her DDE from the ISTD and joined LSPA in 2017.
Beth Hendrick
Tap & Singing
Beth did her teacher training at Chichester College and went on to study musical theatre at the Wilkes Academy. She has performed as lead vocalist on P&O cruises and is part of the vocal duo Vocal Eclipse with Miss Kayleigh. Beth loves that she’s turned her passion for tap and singing into a job where she gets to watch her students grow in confidence and skill.
Kayleigh Pendry
Showtime Singing Teacher
Kayleigh teaches Showtime musical theatre and private singing lessons, and holds a PGCE in primary education. She is part of the vocal duo Vocal Eclipse with Miss Beth. A Grade 8 singer and trained dancer, her stage roles include Nancy in Oliver! and Penny Lou in Hairspray.
Emily Woodward
Administration & Marketing
Runs all the behind-the-scenes admin and is your first point of contact for any questions about classes or bookings.
What we stand for
Every class at LSPA is built around four things we never compromise on.
Confidence
We help every student stand a little taller – on stage and off – through encouragement and achievable goals.
Community
We welcome students of all abilities and backgrounds, creating a positive, inclusive space where friendships flourish.
Excellence
Our fully qualified teachers deliver strong technique and proper exam preparation across every discipline.
Joy
Above all, we keep the joy of performing at the heart of everything we do. Learning should feel like fun.
Fully Qualified & Passionate Teachers
Our experienced team of fully qualified teachers are dedicated to providing excellent training in a nurturing environment. We believe every child deserves to feel supported, inspired, and celebrated, and we take pride in helping our students reach their full potential—both on and off the stage.