Drama, dance and singing classes in
Richmond

Lisa Oppenheim first became involved with Stagecoach as a drama teacher in 2007. She was immediately impressed with the program's dedication to its students. Lisa is a B.C. Certified Teacher, holding a Bachelor of Education from Simon Fraser University. She has been teaching in various locations since 2003 and also provides professional development for teachers who wish to incorporate drama into core curricular instruction.

Her own tenure in theatre began at the age of four, when she appeared in a play directed by her mother. Continuing to take extramural Speech Arts and Drama classes and appearing in numerous shows as she was growing up, Lisa went on to graduate from the Studio 58 Acting program at Langara College. She has been acting professionally since 2003, and some of her favorite productions have been geared towards young audiences. She toured BC elementary schools with Green Thumb Theatre's production of The Skinny Lie as 'Jessie', and she appeared as 'Alice' in Western Canada Theatre's musical production of Alice: A Wonderland. This past March Lisa appeared in Hive 3, a Cultural Olympiad production. She also works as a Director and Writer.

Linzi started dance lessons at age 5 when her mother noticed that she would 'dance' instead of run between bases during tee ball! She grew up at Douglas Ballet Academy studying ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap and hip hop and has a Musical Theatre Diploma from Capilano College.

Linzi has been teaching theatre and dance since 2005 at Dance With Me Studio (where she picked up some ballroom skills), Gateway Academy and the North Van Rec Centre. Her students range from 2 - 70 years old! She also works as a Behavioral Interventionist for young children who have Autism. She is happiest when on stage in a musical. She has recently appeared with TUTS, Royal City Musicals, and Gateway Theatre. She likes to volunteer as a summer camp director and program leader at Camp Artaban when she can get away from the city. Linzi is even contemplating some further education, maybe in performance and maybe in management...

After filling in for a few weeks last year, Linzi is excited to be this year's dance coach in Richmond and Surrey! Tie up your dance shoes and let's get moving!

Ainsley was born and raised in White Rock, B.C. She began her music studies at a young age, beginning with piano at age four. After finding her singing voice, she began vocal training at age seven. Pursuing her vocal training became a passion, and she continued to delve into many vocal genres, from classical to musical theater, and pop to jazz. Throughout her high school years Ainsley was extremely involved in the music program, including the Vocal Jazz ensemble, Choir, and the Teachers Aide Program, where she learned to first instruct young musicians. She continued her private vocal instruction with University of Alberta's Sandra Stringer Conlon, who influenced Ainsley to follow her dreams.

Ainsley enrolled in Capilano University's Music Diploma Program, and began her extra curricular education with a Major in Opera Performance. Ainsley excelled in Performance and studies, and competed and won many competitions, including Capilano's Top Music Scholarship. She also competed and won Songfest Vancouver two years in a row. After completing her education at Capilano University, Ainsley continued to pursue her love of music through teaching and performance, and continued involvement with Choirs around the lower mainland. Ainsley looks forward to teaching and inspiring children to love and cherish music through StageCoach as the singing instructor for both Richmond and Surrey!

Vancouver based actress, producer and artistic director; Lindsay has worked in theatre, film & television. She has extensive acting, voice and movement training with some of Vancouver's top professionals.

Lindsay graduated from The School Of Contemporary Arts at Simon Fraser University with a BFA in Theatre and also earned a diploma in theatre from Capilano College. After working full time as Moon Stone Theatre Company's Artistic Director she left to develop her own company. She is now Co-founder and Co-Artistic director of TigerMilk Collective (www.tigermilkcollective.com). She currently studies with acting coach Andrew Mcllroy.

Some of Lindsay's most threatre recent credits include The Cultch's "Eco-Art & Science Symposium" as a featured performer, invited artist at "Hive 3" co-production with Rumble Productions, Radix Theatre's workshop "Beautiful Problems", TigerMilk's "House of KOSA" and "Bridge Mix Festival" presented by IT'SAZOO Productions . Some of her commercial credits and film credits include "Capilano Suspension Bridge", "Urban Barn" and "Short Sight. Lindsay is currently filming a web-series entitled "The Drive". Visit Lindsay at www.lindsaydrummond.ca.

Maggie Ma is a Vancouver-based actor/singer/dancer. Maggie has previously worked at Brainchild tutoring centre as a tutor for children ranging in ages from 5-13 and has taught private classes in dance and song. She is excited to be a part of the Stagecoach family and believes that children can build self-esteem, well-mannered social interaction and independence through arts education. Past favorite credits include Vivian in Party This Weekend (House Party/Scarlet), Chun Li in Curse of the Jade Falcon (Darkhorse), Jennifer Tanaka in Supernatural (WB), and Perry in Final Destination 3 (New Line). "Performing for me is not just a passion, but a lifestyle unconventional to many; sacrificial, yet rewarding to the very few. I am most comfortable when I am entertaining people. And having passion for something is what every human being should have... a purpose; a drive towards excellence." - Maggie Ma