Staff

Ms. Faith

Owner & Director

Faith is proud to be the director and owner of Drama Kids of Hillsborough and Pasco Counties, where she combines her love of theatre and teaching to help children grow in confidence and creative thinking. Known as the “Drama Mama” to students across Hillsborough County for over a decade, she has dedicated her career to creating a space where kids can express themselves and develop essential life skills.

Faith and her husband, Brad, stay busy keeping up with their three amazing kids—Bradley, Scarlett, and Haylie—and their three energetic furbabies, Pepper, Bear, and Finn.

With a BA in Education from the University of North Florida, Faith has spent more than 25 years in theatre as an actress, director, choreographer, and musical director. As a certified Florida teacher with 15 years of classroom experience, she has worked with children of all ages, helping them build confidence and find their voice.

When she discovered Drama Kids in 2014, Faith knew she had found the perfect fit—a program that aligned with her passion for education and the performing arts. She is committed to giving every child a place where they feel encouraged, capable, and ready to take on the world—on stage and beyond.

Ms. Delena

Director of Operations

Delena serves as the Director of Operations for FL Drama Kids. She has worked with children for years in a variety of roles and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of South Florida.

When she is not working, Delena can be found spending time with her husband Jared, her family, and friends. She enjoys playing games, reading, baking, and traveling.

Although Delena has never been on stage herself, she has developed a deep appreciation for the powerful impact theatre has on children. She is dedicated to supporting kids in all areas of her work and is excited to help the program continue to grow!

Ms. Carmen

Strategic Growth Director

There’s a lot more to me than meets the eye—just like the old saying goes, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.”

Having lived and worked in three countries and connected with people from all walks of life, my perspective is both broad and ever-evolving. My journey spans a vibrant international performance career, including work with the Frankfurt English Speaking Theater in Germany, London’s West End, and national tours across the US and UK. Not to mention, I’ve had the great fortune of performing in The Phantom of the Opera—West End, the 25th Anniversary (available on Prime), the UK Tour, and the Broadway Tour!

Alongside performing, I’ve built a strong foundation in arts education, combining my passion for theatre with a mindful, wellness-focused approach to teaching. Now, as Strategic Growth Director, I’m excited to bring my full toolkit of theatrical and business expertise to Drama Kids—helping expand our impact and make a dramatic difference across Hillsborough and Pasco Counties.

Ms. Cassia

Lead Drama & Acting Teacher

Cassia proudly serves as the Lead Teacher at Drama Kids, bringing a strong background in performance and a deep passion for youth arts education. Originally from Atlanta, GA, she has over five years of experience as a performer and several years of experience teaching and mentoring young actors.
She is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and energetic classroom environment where students feel empowered to express themselves, take creative risks, and build confidence. She believes in the power of the arts to help children develop individuality, imagination, and essential life skills both on and off the stage.
As Lead Teacher, Cassia supports the growth of both students and fellow instructors, helping to ensure Drama Kids continues to be a place where creativity thrives and every voice is valued.

Ms. Melissa

Drama & Acting Teacher, Choreographer

Melissa has studied dance throughout her education. She received her BA in Theater and Dance from the University of New Hampshire. After graduating college, she worked at Walt Disney World, performing in all 4 of the theme parks. She danced in both the daytime and nighttime parades in Magic Kingdom and was also the project coordinator for the opening cast of several parades and shows.

Melissa lives in Lutz with her husband Mike, son Michael, and daughter Miranda. She is excited to join Drama Kids and is looking forward to sharing her talents with the students.

Ms. Hanh

Drama Teacher & Marketing

Hanh is minoring in Stage Management and has 4 years of experience in technical theatre, stage managing 10 productions. A local Springstead alum, she loves teaching and coaching students, especially helping them discover the magic of backstage and how every piece of a show comes together.
Recently, Hanh has started choreographing and loves sharing her energy for dance with students. When she’s not at the theatre, she enjoys making fun, creative videos and finding new ways to tell cool stories online. Hanh is so excited to be part of Drama Kids and can’t wait to see students shine on stage and behind the scenes!

Ms. Danielle

Drama Teacher

Ms Danielle has been with Drama Kids for the last 8 years and can be found at a theme park when she’s not teaching or working at Busch Gardens!

Ms. Samantha

Drama Teacher & Acting Teacher

Ms. Sam is an actor with nearly 20 years of performing experience, and she is absolutely thrilled to share both her knowledge of and love for acting with students at Drama Kids! Her credits span across theater, TV, film, hosting, and commercial work (so if she looks familiar, you may have scrolled past her on a social media ad, learned English from her educational TV program, caught her performing improv in St. Pete, or stumbled across her projects in the indie film world). A professional in the industry, Ms. Sam also views acting as a way to infuse pure joy into her everyday life, and encourages students to unleash their creativity to do the same.

Ms. Natalie

Drama Teacher

Hi, my name is Natalie. I am a preschool teacher on a daily basis but I’ve been doing drama kids for almost three years now on my free time. I am a drama major and enjoy sharing my passion with the kids. It has been such a great experience and I wouldn’t change it for anything.

Ms. Kimberly

Drama & Music Teacher

Kimberly is enthusiastic to bring the joy of theatre to students across Hillsborough County. A certified music teacher, with over 20 years of teaching experience, Kimberly strives to bring out the best in each unique child. She received her Bachelor’s of Music Education from Eastern Michigan University. Kimberly’s personal performance background includes work with Croswell Opera House, Michigan Opera Theatre, cabarets, parades, roles in over 35 musicals, and entertaining on the Michigan Star Clipper Dinner Train. Kimberly has directed more than 7 youth theatre productions, and can’t wait to continue to bring quality drama experiences to the Drama Kids program!

Ms. Chelsea

Drama Teacher

Chelsea is an actor, singer, and proud Atlanta native with a passion for storytelling and the arts. She holds a B.A. in Theatre from the University of West Georgia and an M.F.A. in Acting from East 15 Acting School in London. With a love for both stage and song, Chelsea brings energy, creativity, and heart to every performance and classroom.

Now a full-time mom, Chelsea has discovered her greatest joy in encouraging kids to embrace their own voices and creativity. She believes theatre is a powerful tool for building confidence, teamwork, and self-expression, and she’s excited to help Drama Kids students grow into bold, imaginative, and fearless young performers.

Ms. Nia

Drama Teacher

Nia serves as a Drama Teacher and brings a rich background in theatre and a deep passion for inspiring young minds through the performing arts. She studied Theatre at Santa Fe College and the University of South Florida, where she cultivated her love for storytelling, creativity, and performance.

With experience performing in local theatre productions, Nia blends her stage knowledge with her dedication to youth development creating an engaging and supportive environment where every child can shine. She is passionate about helping students build confidence, strengthen public speaking skills, and use their imagination as a tool for personal growth and future success.

Ms. Dulcie

Production Manager

Dulcie is the resident theatre ninja on the FL DK team! You can find Ms. Dulcie teaching, training, stage managing, directing, and organizing all things related to the Drama Kids Take 2 Performance Academy. Dulcie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts from Susquehanna University in Pennsylvania. After several years working in the local Hillsborough County office, Dulcie now works in franchise support in the Drama Kids national office.

She lives in Brandon with her husband, Dave, son Eli, and daughter, Madeleine. Also at home are dogs Roxie and Stella and cats Charlie, Metro, and Celia. She loves to watch students unleash their creativity and imagination in a safe, judgment-free space. Why yes, you can be a princess-robotsuperhero-cat!