Layton Williams is thrilled to serve as the Patron of La Tragna Dance Academy. With a passion for teaching and mentoring, he has inspired numerous aspiring performers in the past and looks forward to fostering strong connections between professional artists and our students. Layton aims to motivate and empower young dancers to work hard and shine in their craft!
Born in Bury, Manchester, Layton began his illustrious career at just 12 years old, taking on the title role of Billy in the West End production of Billy Elliot. His talent quickly captured attention, and he made his television debut as Kylie in the BBC comedy Beautiful People. Layton then honed his skills at the prestigious Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, a journey documented on CBBC’s School For Stars.
Layton’s impressive theatre credits include:
- Jamie in There’s Something About Jamie (West End)
- Paul in Kiss Me, Kate (Sheffield Crucible)
- Seaweed in Hairspray! (2018 UK Tour)
- Angel in Rent (London/UK Tour)
- The Car Man with Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures
- Simon in Lord of the Flies (Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures)
- Young Michael in Thriller Live (West End)
Recently, Layton gained widespread acclaim as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, where he showcased his extraordinary dance talent to a national audience. He is also currently starring in the West End revival of Cabaret, playing the role of Emcee, which has garnered significant praise.
His television and film work includes:
- Rocketman (Paramount)
- Larry in Benidorm (ITV)
- Postcode (CBBC)
Layton also portrayed series regular Stephen in the BBC comedy Bad Education, both in the series and the feature film.
As Patron of La Tragna Dance Academy, Layton is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of performers. His commitment to nurturing talent and fostering creativity aligns perfectly with our mission to provide high-quality dance education. We are excited to have Layton on board and look forward to the positive impact he will have on our students!