Amelia
Amelia is an autistic composer and writer working across theatre and film in Adelaide. Their practice blends ambient and neoclassical soundscapes with strong narrative sensitivity. With a background in classical composition, Amelia now focuses on collaborative projects that centre accessibility and inclusivity. They are passionate about improving disability accommodations within the South Australian arts sector, […]
Olivia
Administration Olivia spent four years working at the Royal Shakespeare Company whilst attending their Masterclass Workshops in directing, writing, acting and stage management and performing across the UK. Highlights include Singin’ in the Rain (NODA Award Winner for Excellence 2017), Supersnout: The Triple Bill (NODA Best Drama Award 2019), Lilies on the Land (2018), The […]
Amber
Teacher Amber’s love of performance started when she began dance classes in 2006, continuing her love of dance and performance throughout her younger years, Amber joined the Theatre Bugs family in 2013. 2025 marks Amber’s 12th year at Theatre Bugs. Over her years, Amber has been a part of various combo classes engaging in mid-year, […]
Abby
Teacher Abby has been part of the Theatre Bugs and Adelaide Theatre Academy family for 13 years as of 2025. Having partaken in the combo classes Adelaide Theatre Academy’s Performance Academy, and the Teacher Development Program, Abby gained a passion for the theatre which grew each time she returned to Theatre Bugs. Over the years […]
Olivia N
Teacher Olivia has been a part of Theatre Bugs and Adelaide Theatre Academy as a student for 13 years. During this time, she has been a part of the performances classes for 6 years and has performed in a number of musicals. Some highlights include Mrs Sowerberry and dance captain in Oliver as a part […]
Emma
Teacher Emma has a rich background in competitive dance and musical theatre and uses these skills to inspire young performers. She began her journey in the performing arts at a young age, competing in a variety of dance styles and performing in many musical theatre productions. Passionate about teaching, Emma thrives on nurturing confidence, creativity, […]
Jas
Teacher Vocal Demonstration Jas is a singer-songwriter, musician, and recording artist who completed her Bachelor of Popular Music and Creative Technologies at The Elder Conservatorium (The University of Adelaide). A multi-instrumentalist, Jas developed a love for music at a young age when she began taking piano lessons before expanding her repertoire by adding vocals and […]
Sharon
Production Manager From the age of 13 Sharon was performing with an Auckland Youth Theatre and United Theatresports in New Zealand. She has worked in film and television in New Zealand, England, South Africa, Zimbabwe and continues to perform at Adelaide’s Holden Street Theatres with the award winning Red Phoenix Theatre Company. She has […]
Cassandra
Course Co-ordinator, Administration, (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday) Cassandra is a passionate performing arts educator and coordinator who absolutely loves bringing theatre to life for young performers. Working across teaching, productions, and program coordination for Theatre Bugs and Adelaide Theatre Academy, she enjoys every part of the creative process; from writing new shows and reimagining […]
Joni
Founder / Patron Joni has extensive experience in the performing arts as a teacher, director, choreographer, writer and performer. As a youth she studied ballet, drama, piano, flute and singing and performed with her father, children’s entertainer, Peter Combe in many of his live concerts and DVDs. In the early 1990s, Joni studied a Bachelor […]