Simon is the Production Assistant at Options Theatre Company and has been working on our Stage Shows and Productions for over 10 years.

With a wealth of technical knowledge, Simon assists with the staging and technical aspects such as cameras, lighting, cables, audio and smoke machines.

Jessica Irwin is a professional photographer, designer, artist, musician and keynote speaker.

Jess brings her creative experience to the Options Theatre Company team as our Official Photographer and Tutor for our Drama Workshops. Jess also assists with Design and Layout for print jobs and the OTC Instagram page.

Emily works predominantly as an actor, voice over artist, freelance Drama teacher and acting coach.

With over 15 years of professional experience, Emily holds a degree in Theatre and Film and has won multiple awards for her work as a writer and performer.

Elise brings her passion for Arts in Health and Mind Body Wellbeing to the team at Options Theatre Company.

Elise has taught classes for kids, teens and adults focusing on many styles of dance including Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Improvisation, Fitness, Moving Meditation and Creative Movement.

Emily has been dancing since the age of 5. She has been involved with TV advertisement campaigns and has worked as a Dancer at Corporate Events, Festivals, Concerts and even Disneyland Paris, where she played a number of roles including Elsa and Anna from the hit Disney film, Frozen. Emily is the Director of Luminous Dance Company, on the Central Coast. She strives to give her students quality training and share her passion for Performance Arts.

Sandra brings a wealth of stage production and theatre experience to her backstage role as Stage Manager. Sandra has been with Options Theatre Company for many years and has Stage Managed many live productions. Sandra now passes on her knowledge to our participants.

Julia Gorey is a young professional who has a strong passion for performing and teaching. Julia has been dancing since the age of 3. Training with Studio M for 7 years before 3 years of full time at Lee Academy, completing her Certificate IV in Dance, Diploma in Dance & Advanced Diploma of Dance. In 2019 Julia competed in Australia's Got Talent w/ AKrobatiKa, getting to the Grand Final!

Rhiannon is a passionate Dance Instructor at OTC, bringing years of expertise and a vibrant energy to her classes. She trained full-time at Lee Academy, and has a Cert IV in Dance Teaching and Management, a Diploma of Musical Theatre and an Advanced Diploma of Dance. Beyond OTC, she teaches at renowned institutions such as Nicki Webster Dance and Brent Street. She frequently performs professionally and as part of a troupe received two Golden Buzzers and reached the grand finale of Australia’s Got Talent. Rhiannon’s dedication inspires dancers to reach their full potential.