About AIPA
Aintree Initiatives for Performing Arts (AIPA) is a community-based organisation in Liverpool dedicated to making the performing arts accessible to everyone. We provide high-quality tuition, creative opportunities, and inclusive programmes that help learners of all ages and abilities to grow in confidence, develop new skills, and discover the joy of music and performance.
At AIPA, we believe the arts have the power to inspire, connect, and transform lives. Whether you’re picking up an instrument for the first time, looking to develop your voice, joining a choir, or stepping onto the stage, we are here to support your journey.
What We Offer
- 1:1 Music Tuition – Guitar, piano, drums, cello, violin, ukulele, and singing/vocal training
- Group Classes – Musical Theatre (ages 5–18), Early Years Percussion (ages 2–5), Adult Choir (18+)
- Performance Opportunities – Showcases, concerts, and community events
- Inclusive Programmes – Designed for beginners through advanced learners, with a strong commitment to supporting neurodiverse learners and ensuring “Access for All”
Our Values
- Inclusive – Everyone is welcome, whatever their age, background, or ability
- Supportive – Building confidence and creativity in a safe, positive environment
- Community-Focused – Bringing people together through music, theatre, and the arts
- Professional – Experienced tutors, safeguarding at the heart of our work, and high standards of teaching
“Believe to Achieve” – because every learner has the potential to shine.
Our Team
AIPA is led by Directors Silvia Rubio, Bevanie Robinson and Margie Connell, with Silvia Rubio as our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). Together, they ensure that AIPA remains a safe, inspiring, and inclusive place for all learners.
About Aintree Initiatives for Performing Arts
Silvia Rubio Velasco
Silvia Rubio Velasco
Silvia Rubio Velasco
Silvia is the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) at Aintree Initiatives for Performing Arts. She is responsible for ensuring that safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, overseeing policy, staff training, and incident reporting.
With a strong background in education and community leadership, Silvia brings experience in supportin
Silvia is the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) at Aintree Initiatives for Performing Arts. She is responsible for ensuring that safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, overseeing policy, staff training, and incident reporting.
With a strong background in education and community leadership, Silvia brings experience in supporting children, young people, and vulnerable adults across a range of settings. She is committed to creating a culture of safety, respect, and openness where every learner can thrive.
As DSL, Silvia works closely with AIPA’s Directors, tutors, and external agencies to ensure safeguarding standards are upheld in line with statutory guidance. She is the first point of contact for any safeguarding concerns raised by students, families, staff, or members of the community.
✨ Silvia believes that the performing arts should be a safe and empowering space for all – where creativity and wellbeing go hand in hand.
Margaret Connell
Silvia Rubio Velasco
Silvia Rubio Velasco
Margaret has worked in theatre, both as a Director and as a Lecturer in Higher Education for over 35 years. She began her career at The Liverpool Playhouse Youth Theatre in 1989. After completing a Masters in Theatre, Heritage and Community she took up a post in the Drama department of Edge Hill University. After five years she was offere
Margaret has worked in theatre, both as a Director and as a Lecturer in Higher Education for over 35 years. She began her career at The Liverpool Playhouse Youth Theatre in 1989. After completing a Masters in Theatre, Heritage and Community she took up a post in the Drama department of Edge Hill University. After five years she was offered the post of Community Outreach and Education Director at The Citadel Arts Centre in St. Helens and stayed there for two years. Following this she took up a post at Liverpool Hope University. From 2011 she was Artistic Director at Lantern Theatre Liverpool until its closure in 2016.
She now works as a freelance Director and Actor. Her recent productions include Scouse a Comedy of Terrors, Kitty Queen of the Wash House, Weave, Death and the Maiden, Tough Old Bird, The Liver Bird, Forgotten Voices and Sweet Mother, A Portrait of William Roscoe and Two.
Bevanie Robinson
Silvia Rubio Velasco
Bevanie Robinson
Bev is passionate about fairness and self empowerment. I bring to AIPA extensive experience having been Head of Psychology in a high school and Local and National support for the Teachers Union. I recently graduated with a Masters in Law (distinction) and currently sit on Employment Tribunals.