About Madison

My name is Madison Stock and I’m a 20 year old actor currently training at ALRA South in my second year. I am south east London born and bread and I’m still living at home with my mother who has supported me every single step of the way along my acting journey.

I come from a very working class background, and where I’m from not many people are given many good opportunities so getting into ALRA on a full DADA was a dream because without it I wouldn’t be financially stable enough to be there. I am constantly pinching myself and reminding myself how lucky I am. I will make it my life’s mission to succeed as I know I can push myself to get to where I want to be. The idea of success is different to everyone, but to me it is waking up everyday and looking forward to going to work - as I live to work and don’t fall into the bracket of working to live like most people In this world unfortunately have to. I want to be an actor because I have a fire burning in my belly every time I speak about performing and when I’m on the stage.

The hunger is like nothing I have ever felt before. I want to wake up everyday and LOVE what I do as we only have one life and I know what I’m here to do in mine - act. I was so chuffed when I won the JAM scholarship set up by Liam, Kristian and Kyle. I have always believed I can do well in this industry but of course, I’m only human we all have those slight doubts. But it was the little confidence boost I needed in order for me to grab the bull by the horns and say “I’m ready for this industry.” I am so very grateful for the things I’ve received through the scholarship like my headshots, showreel scene, Filmclub membership etc. And I cannot wait to watch this scholarship grow and grow and help many more young working class actors. I am so grateful for the boys at JAM and I can’t wait to be on this journey with them by my side.