Originally from London and now based in the North West, she has been a classically trained singer for 15 years. Valdora (aka Actor Emma Ashcroft) started young - entering singing competitions at the age of 14, she progressed to musical theatre and acting and attended the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts.
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Highly skilled in many vocal styles, 'Valdora' was born after she found her calling in jazz and cabaret during her time performing for the hugely successful Finger In The Pie Cabaret in London alongside stars such as Lolo Brow, Michael Twaits and Myra Dubois. She headlined one of the last ever shows at Madame Jojo's, Soho.
She is an experienced lyricist and songwriter with the ability to create vintage inspired adaptations of modern songs as well as interesting versions of old classics.