Ava-Rose
Teacher Ava-Rose Askew is a drama teacher who holds a Bachelor of Music Theatre from the Elder Conservatorium of Music, University of Adelaide, with experience in performance, teaching, and creative practice. Ava-Rose teaches drama to junior, intermediate, and senior students, focusing on building confidence, creativity, and practical performance skills. Her lessons are hands-on and […]
Kor
Teacher Kor has been a part of the Theatre Bugs family since she was 5 years old, when she first discovered a love for performing through the Junior Holiday Programs. Kor has starred in many plays and musicals and she has a passion for acting, dancing, singing and choreographing. Since 2024, Kor has assisted and […]
Emma P
Teacher Emma has been at Theatre Bugs for 10 years now. Emma discovered her love for theatre here and has grown a passion for teaching. Emma has completed two years in Musical Theatre Pre-Pro Course at GWB Studios. She has trained in tap, ballet, jazz, jazz technique, singing and acting through this course and also […]
Ella
Teacher Ella’s love of performing, and passion for the Arts first ignited at the age of five when she joyfully took part in several Theatre Bugs Holiday programs; captivating the fun energy, sense of community, and the joy and creativity of performance. Since then, she has continued to grow her skills and deepen her connection […]
Ariel
Teacher Ariel has been immersed in the Adelaide performing arts scene from a young age, beginning her performance journey at six years old with Theatre Bugs. She performed professionally as Brigitta Von Trapp in The Sound of Music with GFO and has since continued her training across singing, acting and dance through The Studio and Star Factory, […]
Karma
Teacher Karma is an actor and writer whose early years of youth musical theatre have left him with a penchant for larger-than-life characters. As a neurodivergent artist, he has a passion for complex language, unexpected narratives, and the breaking of form. Karma has appeared in stage productions such as Tiny Beautiful Things (dir. Olivia Jane […]
Maddie
Maddie has been passionate about performing from a young age, training and competing in a wide range of dance styles as well as musical theatre. She has been a part of Theatre Bugs for over six years now, first as a student and now as a teacher. As a teacher, Maddie loves sharing her creativity […]
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, […]
Gracie
Gracie’s love for the performing arts started at 5 years old with the Theatre Bugs Junior Holiday programs in Glenelg, and she is incredibly excited to return as a teacher and foster the next generation of performers. She was recently honoured to be listed as a South Australian to Watch in 2025 by The Advertiser […]
Noah
Noah has a long history in the Adelaide arts scene. He took lessons at Theatre Bugs when he was 8 years old and has since gone on to perform in both the Adelaide Cabaret Festival and the Adelaide Festival. He has had experience working with State Opera SA and has completed work experience with State […]