Team Wonderland
Alice Davies - Main School Drama | Little Wonders
Alice graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2020 with a BA Honours degree in Drama and English. Alongside studying, Alice represented her university in their Dance Squad and competed across the UK becoming National Champions 2018/19. During her time at university she gained invaluable experience working with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Birmingham REP Theatre on their youth programmes. This is where she discovered a love for working creatively with children and young people.
Alice has a wealth of experience working within different organisations, theatre companies, charities, and primary and secondary schools in Gloucestershire as a Drama and Theatre Practitioner. Alice also has experience working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties.
Lucia Steele - Main School Dance | Dance Squad
Lucia is a professional Hip Hop and Commercial dancer who has been dancing for 16 years and teaching for 11. Lucia began her dance training in Cheltenham but soon went on to attend many Hip Hop and Street workshops taught by professional dancers across the UK. After successfully auditioning at London's Pineapple Studios, she was signed by dance agency 'Riven' who worked with Pixie Lott. Lucia has won many competitions over the years and had some amazing opportunities including performing for the London Lions as a member of LSDancerz.
Alongside performing with the best Hip Hop, Street and Break dancers in the industry, Lucia enjoys teaching and sharing her knowledge and experience with young people.
Matt Ball - Main school singing | Private Singing
Matt graduated from the University of Gloucestershire in 2021 with a BA in Performing Arts, and continued to study a PGCE gaining his secondary teaching qualification in 2022. During his time at university, he trained in the triple threat of Acting, Singing and Dancing. Although trained in the three disciplines of performing arts, his heart is in Music and has been self-taught in piano since the age of 11. Over the years Matt has developed his ability in playing other musical instruments such as guitar, drums and vocal coaching.
Matt has a wealth of experience in musical directing, leading groups of singers, developing harmonies and putting on amateur musical productions. Throughout this, Matt also coaches individuals in singing and acting through song, focusing on extending vocal ability through techniques such as breath control and vocal exercises.
Sam Compton - Social Media & Marketing | Little Wonders Support
Sam studied Classical Civilisation & Archaeology at Warwick University, and spent her final year in Turkey. After graduating she moved to Bristol where she worked as a project manager for 16 years. In 2018 Sam started working at Hopelands Prep School & Nursery as the School Business Manager. In her spare time, Sam goes running and in 2023 ran the London Marathon- both a humbling and inspiring experience!
Sam's oldest child went to stage school from the age of 5 to 18 and saw the positive difference it made. Sam is a strong believer of the amazing benefits that being part of the Wonderland Stage School community can make to all children. At Wonderland Stage School, Sam welcomes our young people each week, supports the sessions and is in charge of our social media and marketing. Check out her handy work by following us on socials!
Brandon jebb - Little Wonders | main school drama Support
Brandon holds a First-Class degree in Performing Arts from the University of Gloucestershire and is passionate about inspiring creativity through play. He is committed to helping children and young people build confidence, develop strong communication skills, and discover a love for performance.
Brandon also holds Bronze, Silver and Gold ISTD Jazz Dance certificates, highlighting his skills in dance and movement. Alongside his current work in the education sector, he is excited to bring his experience to the Little Wonders classes- creating a supportive and engaging environment where children can explore the magic of theatre.
