Staff

Helen Wallis

Company Director & Principal

BA (hons), MA

Training: Guildford School of Acting

Helen’s love for the stage and all things theatrical started at a very young age, but her career began in her teens when she was cast in a number of TV commercials, short films and feature films. She was also lucky enough to kick start her choreography career at just 18 when she choreographed a National Theatre Connections piece for the Nuffield Theatre. Throughout her teens and early twenties she could be seen in most local theatres treading the boards performing as a singer/dancer as well as backstage choreographing touring shows and in-house musicals. Helen went onto pursue a career in the industry from UK tours to singing and dancing abroad. In her late twenties Helen embarked on a career at sea joining cruise ships as a production singer and being promoted to assistant cruise director and finally cruise director. This wonderful role took her all over the world with lots of stories to share of her travels – and was where she met her husband! Her return to England was to start a family and she has been teaching ever since. As a professional choreographer, Helen’s work has been seen in many theatre’s across the South Coast in the last five years. Most recently she can be seen as the face of Port Solent advertising as well as a new Fuzzikins advert for a children’s toy on TV! Helen is thrilled to be the Principal and Company Director of TADAA – a school that provides the very best in drama, dance and musical theatre to the children of Hampshire. I love seeing TADAA go from strength to strength – I am so proud of the school and every person that attends our classes – we really are a family!

Natasha Caulfield

DIPLCM

Tasha Caulfield joins TADAA as a professional singer since graduating from Musical Theatre college in 2016. Part of the degree was for being trauning to be a singing teacher. Tasha is also qualified in dance with her DDI in modern and tap. In 2018, Tasha performed in Cyprus and later in Mallorca. Upon returning home, she worked in a holiday park on Hayling Island. Tasha now co-owns an ABBA Tribute band that travels and performs around the UK. She is also a solo artist that performs throughout Portsmouth and Southampton. She has always had a passion for singing and knew from an early age that this is something she always wanted to do. As she got older, she wanted to share my passion with others through teaching. I feel privileged that I’m able to work professionally and teach others in something that brings me so much enjoyment.

Ciara Ayre

DIPMusT

Ciara has shown her passion for theatre from a very young age. She was one of the first TADAA students in 2008, joining the company when she was 8 years old. She progressed into a student teacher at the age of 17, helping in Musical Theatre, Drama and Tots classes. Ciara became an integral part of TADAA by organising shows, guiding students through festivals and even co-writing, directing and producing TADAA’s first ever pantomime in 2018. She completed her BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Acting at South Downs College with a grade of Triple Distinction* (D*D*D*), covering a range of theatrical styles. As a teenager, Ciara was also involved with various amateur dramatic societies, performing in a range of genres including Shakespeare, Murder Mystery and Musical Theatre.

In 2019, Ciara left TADAA to complete an intensive acting course with The Year Out Drama Company in Stratford-Upon-Avon, working alongside the RSC and with various industry professionals. In Stratford, she developed her skills in acting, singing and dancing and was praised for her work ethic and commitment to projects. She gained valuable experience learning about the Arts Industry, rehearsal discipline and the importance of working as an ensemble, as well as developing her skills as an individual performer.

Ciara is eager to return to TADAA in September and can’t wait to support the company and it’s students as it continues to grow! She hopes to provide fun and interesting classes where students can learn new skills as well as gain confidence. She is passionate about providing a supportive and safe space for students to explore the different aspects of theatre and express themselves through performance.

Nathalie Gunn

BA (Hons)

Nathalie is a professional performer and theatre creative living in Portsmouth. Originally from Kent, Nathalie trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts before completing a BA Honours Degree in Creative & Performing Arts at Portsmouth University. Since graduating, Nathalie has worked as a freelance singing and drama teacher, working with Portsmouth Music Service, The Alzheimers Society, Portsmouth Young Creatives, The Kings Youth Theatre and TADAA. She also works a director and producer. Nathalie is a resident actor for New Apollo Theatre Company, Black Hat Theatrical and has most recently played the role of ‘Paula’ in a new musical tour of ‘Florence & The Mermaid’s Tears’

Nathalie is also the lead singer of popular function band The Spoils and performs solo as an events singer specialising in vintage and musical theatre. We are delighted to have Nathalie on the team working as our main party host and cover teacher.

Kelsie Hall

Dip Acting

Kelsie is a passionate performer and theatre creative who began her journey as a student at TADAA before progressing to become an assistant and now a teacher. She has completed the Level 4 Professional Diploma in Acting course at Chichester College and are also a member of the National Youth Theatre, gaining valuable experience in performance and collaboration.
With a love for inspiring others, Kelsie is dedicated to supporting students in developing their confidence, creativity, and performance skills. Kelsie is excited to give back to TADAA by sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the arts with the next generation of performers.

Hannah Evans

Training: Performance Preparation Academy

Hannah trained in Musical Theatre at Chichester College where she achieved top grades in her BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Musical Theatre. After this she was then awarded a bursary to study on a foundation course in Musical Theatre at Performance Preparation Academy in Guildford. She now teaches street dance, ballet and musical theatre to children and young people, delivering engaging and inclusive classes that develop confidence, co-ordination and performance skills.
Alongside her teaching, Hannah is an experienced professional singer and choreographer. She performs with The Silhouette Show and Funky Fusion and has choreographed large-scale productions for local theatre groups. Hannah hopes to inspire her students to enjoy dance and musical theatre as both an art form and a way to express themselves.

Eloise Bryant

DipMusT

Eloise is a professionally trained vocalist and singing teacher with a background in performance and musical theatre. She studied an Extended Diploma in Musical Theatre and has also completed a Singing Teacher Training course.

Her career highlights include working as a production vocalist for Parkdean Resorts and performing overseas. Eloise’s teaching focuses on a balance of vocal technique and performance coaching, helping students build both their skills and their confidence while developing their own unique style and enjoyment of singing. She aims to make her lessons engaging, supportive, and tailored to each student’s individual goals.

TADAA Assistants:

Abigail Irish, Bonni Millyard, Evie Nonclercq, Kelsie Hall, Jennifer Kinniard and Emily Rae Jones are the TADAA assistants.