Razzamataz Theatre Schools is delighted to announce they have just signed up their first male principal. Neil Roberts from Rickmansworth will be opening a Razzamataz franchise in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, with his actress wife Lisa Hollander where they will be heading up a team of dedicated teachers to instruct children in dance, drama and singing.

Neil is a professional actor who has worked on a number of high profile shows, including Aaron Spelling’s Charmed, Beverley Hills 90210 as Tori Spelling’s love interest and as cardiothoracic specialist Philip Lawlor in Holby. 

“To be honest I’m quite surprised to find out that I am the first male Razzamataz franchise owner because this is a really sound business venture,” says Neil. “Razzamataz is extremely flexible so I can be a principal without compromising my work as a professional actor.”

Neil and Lisa first heard about Razzamataz while watching BBC’s Dragons’ Den in 2007 when Founder and Managing Director Denise Hutton-Gosney appeared on the show. “Duncan Bannatyne's backing gave it a lot of credibility. We liked the fact that the classes were exciting and the topics that are covered very current, exactly what kids want. The cost to parents for the classes for their children during these difficult times is also a plus, it's more cost effective for the pupils than many schools,” explained Neil.

Razzamataz is also very committed to working with professional performers and in the past have worked with an array of people from Kylie Minogue’s choreographer to a Lady Gaga tribute act and hip hop crew Zoo Nation. “As a professional actor myself I’m really excited about using my contacts to make Razzamataz Rickmansworth a really great place for children to learn and have fun. I will definitely be calling on colleagues in the industry to show my pupils what they can achieve through hard work and dedication.”