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Confidence
Creativity
Communication Skills
Self Expression
Our Team
Within our teaching team, you'll find some of New Zealand's top notch actors, public speakers, and teachers. Each member brings a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise, creating a vibrant tapestry of acting and communication experience for our students to draw from.
Nicole Bright
Director and Teacher
Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts
in Acting for Screen and Theatre
Nicole has extensive experience working with children in the Arts. A Speech and Drama Teacher for 10 years, Nicole has taught a wide range of ages from preschoolers to primary and secondary students. She was also selected as the 'Artist in Residence' at Pakuranga College, under the Ministry of Education’s ‘Artist in Schools Programme’. She created and ran workshops based on acting techniques for over 300 students of Drama, Dance and English as well as special needs students.
Nicole is an Actor and Voice Over Artist and has also been a professional children’s entertainer for over 16 years and founded her company Imaginaire in 2009.
Nicole has a natural affinity with young people and has a caring, imaginative and enthusiastic teaching style. Nicole is passionate about working with young people and inspiring them to grow into their own and develop confidence through drama and the performing arts.
Nicole loves… spending time with her husband Johnny and their two young children Harland and Rosalie. Her dream is to take them to Disneyland one day - a favoutite destination of hers!
Alice Pearce
Teacher
Bachelor of Arts (Theatre and Film) from Victoria University, and Diploma of Acting from The Actors Programme.
Alice is an actor and creative, originally born and raised in Wellington and now living and working in Auckland. Cast as a dancing raindrop at the age of 5, she has been performing ever since! She has appeared in a raft of theatre productions, as well as various short films and screen productions. She also does voice-over work, writing, crew work and is a freelance sketch artist. Alice has worked with a wide range of ages - from kindergarten through to high school - and is a big fan of play and imagination. She loves to foster warm environments where young people can develop their confidence and voice.Alice's favourite place is the beach and she almost always has a sneaky little pile of sand hiding in her shoes at all times.
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Caitlin Kennedy
Teacher
Master’s Degree in Applied Theatre
from Goldsmiths College, University of London
Caitlin Kennedy brings over a decade of experience in applied theatre and education, using drama to inspire creativity, connection, and meaningful learning experiences. With a Master’s degree in Applied Theatre from Goldsmiths College, University of London, she has led transformative workshops, developed arts programs for diverse communities, and contributed to research on creativity in schools. Her passion lies in harnessing the power of drama to bring people together and spark positive change.
When she’s not teaching or researching, Caitlin can be found enjoying beach adventures with her husband and two daughters or snuggling with their cat Marvin.
When she’s not teaching or researching, Caitlin can be found enjoying beach adventures with her husband and two daughters or snuggling with their cat Marvin.
Molly Curnow
Teacher
Acting Diploma from The Actors Programme.
Molly Curnow is an Actor and Musician hailing from the beaches of Northland. Molly grew up immersed in theatre, and has spent the last few years working as an actor in film, television & stage productions. In 2024, she appeared on kiwi screens as a supporting lead in TVNZ's 'Testify'.
She has also been enjoying teaching drama & singing to tamariki all around Auckland. Molly cultivates a joyful, supportive environment in her classes that encourages students to be themselves, work collaboratively and grow confidence.
When she isn’t teaching or acting professionally, Molly spends her time getting crafty with crochet, noodling around on the guitar or lying in the sun with her cat.
Molly Curnow is an Actor and Musician hailing from the beaches of Northland. Molly grew up immersed in theatre, and has spent the last few years working as an actor in film, television & stage productions. In 2024, she appeared on kiwi screens as a supporting lead in TVNZ's 'Testify'.
She has also been enjoying teaching drama & singing to tamariki all around Auckland. Molly cultivates a joyful, supportive environment in her classes that encourages students to be themselves, work collaboratively and grow confidence.
When she isn’t teaching or acting professionally, Molly spends her time getting crafty with crochet, noodling around on the guitar or lying in the sun with her cat.
Zoe Crane
Teacher
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Acting) from Toi Whakaari, New Zealand Drama School.
Zoe is an Actor and Filmmaker from Pōneke Wellington. At High School, she was awarded NZQA Top Scholar in New Zealand for Drama and directed a production of Shakespeare's The Tempest. She has since worked as a drama tutor for the Wellington College Shakespeare Festival. Zoe has made a number of short films with Bus Stop Productions and recently released a vlog series on YouTube. Zoe is a co-convenor of the Equity Youth Committee.
Drama classes have been a constant source of joy and play since childhood and she's thrilled to step in as a tutor.
Zoe is an Actor and Filmmaker from Pōneke Wellington. At High School, she was awarded NZQA Top Scholar in New Zealand for Drama and directed a production of Shakespeare's The Tempest. She has since worked as a drama tutor for the Wellington College Shakespeare Festival. Zoe has made a number of short films with Bus Stop Productions and recently released a vlog series on YouTube. Zoe is a co-convenor of the Equity Youth Committee.
Drama classes have been a constant source of joy and play since childhood and she's thrilled to step in as a tutor.
Christel Chapman
Teacher
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Acting) from Toi Whakaari, New Zealand Drama School.
Christel’s professional stage credits include Shakespeare's Pop-Up Globe and Tennessee Williams. Her screen credits include TVNZ’s ‘Filthy Rich’, ‘The Brokenwood Mysteries’ and has received a NZ Web nomination for best actress for the online series ‘Joint Venture’.
Christel has nine siblings and has loved growing up surrounded by kids. She has been working alongside youth for over a decade and is very passionate about encouraging children and individuals to be their wonderful unique self, in a safe, fun and creative space!
When Christel isn’t teaching she enjoys being in nature and eating delicious food with loved ones.
Christel’s professional stage credits include Shakespeare's Pop-Up Globe and Tennessee Williams. Her screen credits include TVNZ’s ‘Filthy Rich’, ‘The Brokenwood Mysteries’ and has received a NZ Web nomination for best actress for the online series ‘Joint Venture’.
Christel has nine siblings and has loved growing up surrounded by kids. She has been working alongside youth for over a decade and is very passionate about encouraging children and individuals to be their wonderful unique self, in a safe, fun and creative space!
When Christel isn’t teaching she enjoys being in nature and eating delicious food with loved ones.
Julia Guthrey
Online Cover Teacher
Master’s in Physical Theatre at RADA (London), Bachelor of Performing Arts at NASDA (Christchurch) and ATCL in Musical Theatre
Julia has worked as an Actor at the Pop-up Globe and in many Musical Theatre shows around NZ. She spent a couple of years in the UK, touring shows to schools, care homes and Shakespeare gardens.
Julia loves to help unleash children’s creativity and to give them the tools to feel proud and confident.
"I am passionate about bringing stories to life through the exploration of movement, voice and expanding the imagination”
Holly Shervey
Cover Teacher
ATCL in Speech and Drama, LTCL in Teaching Speech and Drama, Acting Diploma, National Certificate in Film and Television Production.
Holly is an accomplished actress and writer from Auckland, New Zealand, and holds an LTCL qualification, showcasing her expertise in the performing arts. Graduating from a leading drama school, she has made her mark in prime-time local and international screen productions. With over 70 episodes of her own award-winning shows, Holly is not just an actress but also an established writer.
Her recent acting roles include a supporting part in the horror film "The Tank" and a guest appearance in the comedy-drama "Double Parked." Notable screen credits include “Shortland Street," "Head High," and "Mean Mums." Holly is currently developing two television series.
Beyond her creative endeavours, Holly has taken on a teaching role, leveraging her LTCL qualification to mentor and teach aspiring performers. Her journey is a testament to her passion for storytelling, both on and off-screen, and her commitment to nurturing the talents of the next generation in the dramatic arts.
Holly has a love for nature and exploration. She especially loves to go hiking with her husband Emmett, and explore different parts of New Zealand with him.