Shannon Whetnall is an all-round performer, musician, drama teacher and Zumba instructor from Newcastle Under Lyme. Prior to her training, she has sung for Warner Leisure Hotels and on board two Cruise Ships. Since graduating from The London School of Musical Theatre, Shannon has worked extensively with the New Vic Theatre Borderlines department as an actor, theatre practitioner and Young People’s Theatre Company Director. She is highly passionate about performing and also about teaching. Throughout the year, Shannon sings at various events with her band or with her acoustic guitar. At Christmas time, you will normally find Shannon performing in a Pantomime, “Oh yes, you will!”

Shannon volunteered as part of FRONTLINEdance’s 2023 Summer Celebration Project and quickly came to love every minute of the experience. Since then, she has continued working with FRONTLINEdance, taking part in the Explorer in Training performances and supporting the Advanced Training Programme as a Creative Enabler. Through her involvement, Shannon has made many new friends and developed a wide range of skills.

In 2025, she achieved her Level 3 qualification in British Sign Language (BSL). In her spare time, Shannon enjoys going to the gym, spending time with friends and family, and looking after her cats.