Joni launched her new performing arts school ‘Joni’s Theatre Bugs’ and conducted acting classes at St Ignatius School Hall, Norwood on Tuesday evenings. Several students were cast in new DVD series The Fairies.
Classes moved to the Odeon Theatre Rehearsal Room. Holiday programs commenced.
Theatre Bugs website was born! Joni moved to Sydney for 12 months – classes in Adelaide were taught by other teachers and a part-time administrator came on board. Classes also ran in Sydney by Joni. ‘Combo’ classes were introduced. First public performances Alice In Wonderland and Aladdin.
We moved into our own premises in Church Ave, Norwood. Joni moved back from Sydney.
Opened classes in the hills at Stirling East Primary School, these classes were later moved to the Aldgate Memorial Hall where we still run classes every Wednesday evening. Launch of ‘Bugs Management’, a casting agency for students at Joni’s Theatre Bugs.
We expanded premises at Norwood to include a bigger waiting area, kitchen and offices. We also pened classes at Unley.
Terese (Office Manager) started working for Theatre Bugs!
Joni had her first baby, Amelie!
We collaborated with Peter Combe at the Elder Park Carols by Candlelight. Additionally, we opened classes at Glenelg and Golden Grove.
We expanded premises in Norwood to introduce a second teaching space known as the ‘Rainbow Room’). We also introduced ‘Busy Bees’ classes. Branding change and name change to simply ‘Theatre Bugs’
Marking our 10-year milestone with the introduction of Theatre Bugs parties.
We proudly launched the all-new ‘Bugs Café’ at our Norwood premises.
We opened classes at Aberfoyle Park.
We achieved recognition as a Messenger Business Award Finalist in the ‘Recreation and Leisure’ category.
We secured victory in the Messenger Business Awards under the ‘Recreation and Leisure’ category. Concurrently, we initiated classes at Port Adelaide and launched the production of ‘Bugs TV’ video clips.
We embarked in the production of ‘Bugs TV’ video clips and concert video with Peter Combe.
We performed with Peter Combe at the Elder Park Carols by Candlelight.
We moved our Norwood premises to 79 Beulah Rd. We also underwent a branding change.
Joni employs Michael Eustice as the new General Manager.
After 20 years, Joni sells Theatre Bugs and Adelaide Theatre Academy to Michael Eustice and Libby Drake. Michael takes on his new role as Managing Director and Joni agrees to continue as our first Patron.
Why people love
Theatre Bugs
Students participate in at least 2 performances each year which often involve sets, lights and costumes. Students are often invited to participate in events such as TV work, charity concerts, Fringe events, Christmas pageants and more!
We know you are busy so we don’t expect you to sew costumes. We know you need to budget, so we don’t charge for regular ‘in house’ performances. We know that family is really important so we invite all of family to attend performances.
The safety and well being of your child is as important to us as it is to you. Our teachers genuinely CARE about your children. All teachers hold First Aid certificates, Police Clearances and receive ongoing training, mentoring and support.
Children learn to trust their own ideas, develop perseverance, empathy, teamwork, to feel confident in their own ability and develop the confidence they need to tackle the challenging situations they are confronted with in life.
We create an environment where children work together towards a common goal; where they feel proud of their personal achievements.
Children are supported to develop at their own pace without the pressure of exams and competitions.
We have 15 of vacancies remaining within our private classrooms at Norwood and lessons are scheduled between Monday and Saturday. Private singing lessons are an ideal way to accelerate progress with coaching that is tailored to your specific needs. They are also an excellent way to prepare for important auditions
We have 15 of vacancies remaining within our private classrooms at Norwood and lessons are scheduled between Monday and Saturday. Private singing lessons are an ideal way to accelerate progress with coaching that is tailored to your specific needs. They are also an excellent way to prepare for important auditions
It’s week one for Theatre Bugs in 2024. We are so wonderfully happy to welcome back our students and families to share another theatrical year with us. Welcome also to the more than 300 students who are attending a FREE Trial lesson over the next couple of weeks. We hope