Daughter Joins Mum’s RPA Business – Revolution Performing Arts to be precise. Swindon-based Revolution Performing Arts (RPA) is marking its 18th anniversary with a special new arrival. None other than founder Fi Da Silva Adams’ daughter, Angel. She’s now joined the family business.
Angel, who’s 18 and lives in Swindon, has taken on the role of Leader at RPA. That involves supporting the delivery of classes, social media and the day-to-day logistics of the award-winning performing arts organisation.
For Angel, stepping into RPA is about more than a job. ‘The atmosphere when the young people walk into a room and give you a big hug because they’ve missed you – it’s unmatched. When you show them something new, like a dance move, and they get it right, their pride is incredible. There’s no better feeling than seeing a young person feel proud of themselves.’
After studying at Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Angel spent time assisting her mum with RPA before gaining other work experience. She now combines her leadership role at RPA with a part-time job in a South Cerney pub, where she loves the community atmosphere.
Ambition
Ambitious and passionate about performing, Angel hopes to audition for drama school. She’s aiming one day for the West End, screen acting and even creating her own music.
‘My vision is to help young people feel seen and to ease the pressures they carry. For me, success will is measured by the joy and confidence they gain in our sessions.’
Fi Da Silva Adams, who founded RPA in 2007, said ‘Having Angel join the team, in an official capacity, in our 18th year feels so special. RPA has always been about creating safe, joyful spaces for children and young people. And to see Angel take that forward with her own unique energy, empathy, and ambition is wonderful.’
When she’s not working or performing, Angel enjoys time with her friends, watching her favourite films with chocolate at hand. She also credits her boyfriend Jenson with encouraging her to take on extra opportunities when she needed them most. And for supporting her creative journey.
Revolution Performing Arts runs classes across Swindon, North Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. All helping children and young people grow in confidence, creativity and self-expression through the performing arts.
To find out more about RPA, visit www.revolutionpa.co.uk
