Trained. Ready.
Represented.
AYA is a boutique talent agency for young performers aged 5 to 18. In close partnership with Action Theatre Club, we represent children trained in acting, singing and dancing, guiding them from first audition all the way to set.
Where training meets opportunity
Louella and Liam founded Action Young Artists with a clear vision: that great representation begins with great training. AYA works in close partnership with Action Theatre Club, one of the most passionate performing arts schools in the heart of Surrey, run by the wonderful Lizzie Crawford, to represent young performers who arrive already skilled, already confident, and ready for professional work.
We keep our books deliberately small, because every submission we make to a casting director is a considered one. We only put a young performer forward when we genuinely know they are the right fit for that role. That is our promise to our clients and to the industry.
A key strength of AYA is our access to professionally trained tutors who can work with our clients on audition prep, technique, and performance, giving every young person on our books the best possible chance when opportunity knocks.
You do not need to attend Action Theatre Club to join AYA. Our doors are open to talented young performers from any background. What matters is your child’s passion, potential, and commitment to the craft.
Action Theatre Club
One of the most passionate performing arts schools in the heart of Surrey, run by Lizzie Crawford. Building confident, skilled young performers ready for professional work.
Action Young Artists
Boutique talent agency placing trained young performers in professional TV, film, stage and commercial work across the UK.
What makes us different
Every submission counts
We keep our books small so that when we put your child forward, we already know they are the right fit. No scattergun approaches, ever.
Founded by performers
Our founders are working actors and drama practitioners. We know this industry from the inside out and bring that knowledge to every client.
Expert tutor access
AYA clients have access to professionally trained tutors who support audition prep, technique, and ongoing performance development.
Audition to set
We guide our clients through every stage, prep, audition, callback, booking, and on-set support. You are never on your own.
Safe and transparent
No hidden fees, clear contracts, and parents kept fully informed at every step of the process.
Spotlight registered
All clients are listed on Spotlight, the UK’s leading casting platform used by every major production company.
Meet Louella and Liam
Based across Surrey and London
Louella is a versatile British actor, singer, and model from North Devon, with a First Class BA from Falmouth University’s Academy of Music and Theatre Arts. She works across film, stage, and immersive theatre, with credits including the award-winning How to Kill Monsters (2023), the Paddington Bear Experience as Mrs Brown, and Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider Live Experience.
A Mezzo-Soprano and experienced performing arts tutor trained in stage combat, Louella is passionate about helping young performers find their confidence and walk into any audition room ready to shine.
Liam is a British actor trained at the Identity School of Acting and the National Youth Theatre, with screen credits including Doctors on BBC One and several acclaimed independent films. He specialises in stage combat, improvisation, clown, and classical Shakespearean technique.
Having taught at Action Theatre Club for four years, Liam has a deep understanding of what young performers need to flourish. He co-founded AYA to be the agency he wishes had existed when he was starting out.
From application to the spotlight
Apply
Fill in our online form with your child’s details and we will be in touch.
Meet us
Promising applicants are invited to meet Louella and Liam in person.
Join
Sign the representation agreement and get listed on Spotlight.
Audition
We start submitting for roles straight away, with full prep support.
Perform
Callbacks, bookings, and beyond. We are with you every step of the way.
Think your child has what it takes?
Applications are open year-round for performers aged 5 to 18.
Spaces are limited. We would love to hear from you.