HolliGillgower
Holli has two CVs. Choose one:
Musical theatre performer in her final year at the University of Chichester.
Trainee musical theatre teacher and assistant musical director, in her final year at the University of Chichester.
- StudyingMusical Theatre (Teaching)
- VoiceMezzo-soprano
- Right nowAssistant Musical Director
- Based inEastleigh, Southampton
About Holli
Holli has been performing for as long as she can remember, and a stage is still the place she feels most like herself.
She trained at Southampton City College, finishing her Level 3 Extended Diploma with a Distinction. Along the way she played Cinderella in the college pantomime to audiences of more than 2,000 people, took the lead as Gail Saunders in Teechers, and played the Singer in Marat/Sade. She's now in her final year of Musical Theatre (Teaching) at the University of Chichester.
She's a mezzo-soprano who is as happy in a big ensemble number as she is singing on her own, and she dances commercial, street and musical theatre styles. Her acting training takes in Shakespeare, commedia dell'arte, contemporary theatre and Meisner.
Holli is based in Eastleigh, near Southampton. After she graduates in summer 2027 she wants to keep doing both of the things she loves: performing, and teaching young people to perform.
Right now she's assistant musical director on a student-led showcase at the University of Chichester. She teaches the songs to students in the years below her, works out their harmonies, runs the singing rehearsals and helps each performer get their song right.
Her rehearsals are relaxed, understanding and fun. She wants people to feel comfortable enough to have a go, so she keeps the mood light, takes time with anyone who's finding a song tricky, and makes rehearsal something people look forward to.
Her degree combines musical theatre training with teaching, so she brings both into the room: years of experience on stage, and the know-how to help someone else get there. Holli is based in Eastleigh, near Southampton, and graduates in summer 2027.
How Holli teaches
Rehearsals feel calm and friendly, so students are happy to have a go.
She takes her time with anyone finding a song tricky and explains it until it clicks.
She keeps the energy up, so people enjoy rehearsals and want to come back.
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Performances
On stage
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What her tutor says
Holli has great ability and connection with her audience.
She takes on every challenge presented to her with a very professional attitude.
“An excellent actor with a very distinct look and a good dancer and singer.”
“Extremely funny and dedicated to the role.” On her lead role in Teechers.
“Extremely dedicated and a pleasure to teach.”
Holli's CV
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Holli is also a trainee teacher and assistant musical director.
Holli is also a musical theatre performer with seven stage credits.
Let's work together
For castings, teaching roles, workshops or a chat about what's next, Holli would love to hear from you.