obtained her Bachelor of Education in Queensland. Amy enjoys being a part of this successful program that encourages children to be creative and expressive. She believes that education and fun should go hand in hand. Amy’s other interests include costume design and writing children’s fiction.

has a Bachelor of Education majoring in dance, English and drama. She has previously worked in schools both in Victoria and Western Australia, owned her own Dance school and directed and choreographed many children’s productions. Fairlie enjoys working with children as they engage in drama and have loads of fun. She is married with two active children who keep her very busy.

has a Bachelor in Contemporary Arts/Drama majoring in Drama & Literature. Michaela has over 20 years experience in theatre, both on and off stage and has directed several children’s productions. Drama is Michaela’s passion and she loves being able to share that passion with so many children through the unique style of The Drama Toolbox.

graduated from the University of Western Sydney with a Bachelor of Arts and a Masters of Teaching in Primary. Sarah also holds a qualification in Children’s Services and enjoys working with children of all ages. She is passionate about teaching children in all aspects of learning and drama; particularly through the use of imagination, creativity and communication. She loves to see children step out of their comfort zones; increasing their confidence and self-esteem.

hails from the magnificent island nation of New Zealand, where he gained a Bachelors Degree in Teaching (Primary). As part of this study, he made the timely discovery of drama for education, and suddenly felt as if an entirely new world of teaching possibilities had opened up before him. Gavin became increasingly enchanted by drama’s powerful ability to become a medium for almost every learning area imaginable, and particularly loves how children slip so easily between real and imaginary worlds. Aside from facilitating drama workshops, Gavin also enjoys exploring other wonderfully uncertain artistic realms, such as sketch-comedy and music.

graduating from The University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Arts, Odette went on to work as an actor and Irish folk singer. She toured regional NSW working with Blue Whale Theatre Company and internationally with BYTE Theatre Company. Odette has also worked extensively internationally with ISTA (International Schools Theatre Association) as an ensemble leader and music coordinator. Odette believes in play based learning through cultivating joy. Happy children are happy learners! Since completing her Masters of Teaching at The University of Sydney, Odette has been working with The Drama Toolbox.