She graduated from the University of Birmingham with a degree in Drama & Theatre Arts. After working extensively in theatre,[citation needed] her mother put her in touch with Jennifer Saunders. Aitchison subsequently worked with Saunders on a French/Saunders Christmas Special, before being offered the part on Jam & Jerusalem.[3] Aitchison also featured in several stage productions and has been praised for her performances.[4] Previously, her body of television work has largely consisted of guest-starring roles on television programmes. Aitchison has also narrated several audiobooks for the BBC.[5]
