Denise Hutton-Gosney Interview - Razzamataz Theatre Schools - Zorakle Profiles Franchisee Profiling

Denise Hutton-Gosney, once a shy young girl entered the world of theater, dance, acrobatics and singing at age 11 and it changed her life. Today, her company Razzamataz Theatre Schools does the same for thousands of children in the United Kingdom.  

In this episode of The Franchise Woman podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide, Denise talks with Rebecca Monet about: 

• Building self-confidence through self-expression and self-discipline. And how these attributes contribute to success throughout one’s life.  
• The importance of ongoing learning and being open to critique both as a performer as well as a business owner.  
• How we as women can have it all. Her motto is: Family. Career. Me.  
• The future of Razzamataz Theatre Schools, internationally and who would make a great franchisee. 

Meet Denise Hutton-Gosney

Managing Director and Founder, Razzamataz Theater Schools 

Denise is as dedicated about Razzamataz as she was when she opened her first school in 2000 in Penrith, Cumbria. Denise is still very much involved in the day to day running and decision-making and works closely with all franchisees to create schools focused on excellence in training and creating amazing opportunities for students.  

• Multi award-winning franchisor.
• Former professional dancer and acrobat. 
• Successfully appeared on BBC’s Dragons’ Den.
• Mum to two boys. 

“Razzamataz is my baby and a business that I feel so passionately about. It’s a privilege to have spent my life working in the performing arts industry and supporting franchisees to build their own successful theatre schools.” 

Fun fact: Denise is a fitness fanatic, can still do a headstand and caved into her boys when they asked for a rabbit and a hamster.   

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