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Pamela Barrans<\/span><\/h2>\n

Founder\/Consultant<\/span><\/h3>\n

Drama Kids of the Triad Founder Pamela Barrans combined her years of theatre and business experience to build the fastest-growing after-school program in the Triad. Pamela\u2019s degrees in Theatre Arts and Business from High Point University marked the beginning of more than three decades of experience and success in both community & traveling theatre and in the corporate world.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span> Under Pamela\u2019s development, Drama Kids of the Triad has become the program kids want to participate in. It\u2019s both FUN and EDUCATIONAL, and it helps children develop the necessary communication and social skills that will aid them throughout their lives.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Karen Hincher<\/h2>\n

Administrator and Program Coordinator<\/span><\/h3>\n

Karen Hincher is a Triad native who is going into her 10th year with Drama Kids! She graduated from Brevard College in 2015 with her degree in Theatre Studies and loves using her education to teach kids how to love theatre. In addition to working with the best company ever, she spends a lot of time as a Stage Manager for local theatre companies, including The University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Camel City Playhouse, High Point Community Theatre, Stained Glass Playhouse, and Kernersville Little Theatre. In her personal life, she enjoys playing board games, singing karaoke, and hanging out with her amazing partner, Adam, and their incredible 4-year-old!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Kimberly Hume<\/h2>\n

\u00a0Substitute Drama & Acting Teacher<\/h3>\n

Kimberly has been a Lead Teacher with Drama Kids since 2010. She enjoys helping students find something to love about themselves, focus on their own unique potential, and reach beyond what they imagine possible. Kimberly has recently completed a certificate course in American Literature and Culture from Harvard as well as her level 3 certification in American Sign Language. She is a Veteran 20+ year Home school Educator and began acting at age 7. Recently, she has appeared in multiple on-screen features and background roles in several major motion pictures. In her spare time, Kimberly loves to train and hike with her four dogs, read, sew (she is our resident Drama Kids Costume Designer\/Seamstress), write, act, and bake.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Elyse Rodriguez<\/h2>\n

Lead Drama & Acting Teacher<\/h3>\n

Elyse has been a teacher for Drama Kids for five years. She recently graduated with a Masters in Speech-Language Pathology from UNCG and works as a pediatric SLP. Elyse also holds a BFA in acting from Elon University and loves combining her passions of acting and speech in her Drama Kids classroom. She is a proud Ravenclaw who enjoys spending time with her son and two dogs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Judy Thompson<\/h2>\n

\u00a0Lead Drama & Acting Teacher\\Teacher Mentor<\/h3>\n

Judy has been a Lead Teacher with Drama Kids of the Triad for over 8 years. She now supports the rest of the teaching staff by serving as our Drama Kids Teaching Mentor. She is originally from Germanton, North Carolina and has been acting since high school. Judy received her Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Math and Physical Education from Guilford College. She taught math in the public school system for many years and then entered the corporate world to work for CPA firms, finally retiring from PAYCHEX, Inc. In her spare time, Judy is involved in community theatre and has performed with the Carolina Skyline Players. However, her most important role to date is playing \u201cGrandmother\u201d to her two grandsons, ages 9 and 15. She is excited to be a part of our Drama Kids family and has a true desire to make a lasting difference in the lives of her students.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Gwen Poole<\/h2>\n

Lead Drama & Acting Teacher<\/h3>\n

Gwendolyn Poole loves many aspects of theatre from writing scripts, performing, creating costumes, set design, and teaching theatre basics. As she embarks on her third year with Drama Kids of the Triad, Gwen hopes to broaden the minds of young students to the world of theatre by building confidence, developing teamwork and camaraderie, and creating a safe space for students to express themselves creatively. Gwen also does the same with drama as the Liturgical Arts Director at her church as well as including other artistic components within the Ministry. Gwen has served as a Teaching Artist and\/or Artistic Director for several Summer Camps, STEAM programs, faith-based organizations while using her degrees in sociology and drama to enhance her writing, directing, and producing short dramas. Gwen looks forward to seeing how drama will expand the minds of the students during the 2021\/2022 school year.<\/p>\n

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Nicole Serrin<\/h2>\n

Drama & Acting Teacher<\/span><\/h3>\n

This is my eighth year with Drama Kids. Theater has been a part of my life for over 30 years in various capacities and it brings me joy to be able to share that with kids!<\/span>
I also have a strong background in school and community involvement. I served as a two-year fundraising coordinator and a two year PTA President at my children’s elementary school and am currently PTSA Secretary at their middle school. I was also recognized as one of the top five volunteers in the entire WS\/FCS district for the 2024-2025 school year.<\/span>
At home, I enjoy life with my husband, our three children, two dogs, and four cats. We enjoy camping, boating, gardening and hanging out together!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Matt Adams<\/h2>\n

Lead Drama & Acting Teacher<\/h3>\n

Matt Turner Adams is a director, actor, and teacher in the Triad of North Carolina. A native of Washington DC, Matt moved to the Piedmont in the mid-nineties and has resided in Greensboro ever since. A regular in community theatre productions from a young age, Matt developed a love for directing and teaching the art of theatre upon graduating from high school. He has been on staff with the City Arts Drama Center in Greensboro since 2010 as a director and teacher, specializing in helping students see the benefits of theatre in all aspects of life. Originally joining Drama Kids in 2014, Matt is thrilled to make his return to the program after a 3-year absence. Matt married his high school sweetheart, Morgan, in 2013 and they currently live in the heart of downtown Greensboro with their son Link, and grumpy puggle, River.<\/p>\n

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Jacqueline Hester<\/h2>\n

Drama & Acting Teacher<\/span><\/h3>\n

Jacqueline Hester has been teaching for Drama Kids since 2019 and is so excited for another year full of confidence-boosting fun! She lives in Winston-Salem with her amazing husband, her wonderful daughter, and precious cat. She loves cosplay, anime, and horror movies, and most of all, sharing her love of theater with her students!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Samone Dickey<\/h2>\n

Lead Drama & Acting Teacher<\/h3>\n

Samone Dickey is a giant ray of sunshine! She is a lover of song and stage and enjoys helping children develop an appreciation of the same. Samone began cultivating a love for the arts around 10 years old as a member of the NC Creative Children\u2019s Theater. She graduated from North Forsyth High School and holds a BA in Speech\/Theater from Fayetteville State University. She lived in Baltimore and Atlanta, respectively after graduation and found many outlets to stay artistic. She also became a preschool teacher and the \u201cresident storyteller\u201d at her school for many years. She was a performer in several \u201cedu- tainment\u201d troupes throughout the Atlanta metro area that toured elementary schools and other venues educating through stage plays on different topics and performing well know children\u2019s shows as well as stories written by the children themselves. The last show she was cast in before returning home to NC in 2020 was \u201cLittle Shop of Horrors\u201d where she got to combine her love of acting and singing. Samone is a the youngest of three sisters and a new boy mom to Xavier. She also has an awesome cat named Salem. She looks forward to working with Drama Kids and helping children find joy in the arts.<\/p>\n

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Thurston Williams<\/span><\/h2>\n

Drama & Acting Teacher<\/span><\/h3>\n

Thurston\u00a0Williams is delighted to have joined the Drama Kids staff and for having the opportunity to work with such talented and energetic groups of students.\u00a0Thurston\u00a0graduated from UNC Charlotte in 2019 with a Bachelor’s in Theatre Performance. After graduating\u00a0Thurston\u00a0has worked with professional touring Childrens Theatre and Shakespeare groups in North Carolina, and has directed shows with Lexington Live and Kernersville Little Theatre.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Kristen Skidmore<\/h2>\n

Lead Drama & Acting Teacher<\/h3>\n

Bio Coming Soon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Kailah Solomon<\/h2>\n

Lead Drama & Acting Teacher<\/h3>\n

Kailah Solomon is a stage manager, theatre educator, and proud mommy. She graduated in 2021 from North Carolina A&T State University with a BFA in Performing Arts (Acting) and is a proud member of the Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Fraternity. Ms. Kailah has taught with Drama Kids for nearly four years and has three years of experience teaching middle school theatre. She is passionate about helping students build confidence, creativity, and teamwork through theatre and storytelling. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, baking, singing, and being dramatic. She is the proud mom of a three-year-old daughter named Nala, inspired by The Lion King. Ms. Kailah looks forward to an exciting year filled with creativity, collaboration, and bringing stories to life.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Ally Shelton<\/span><\/h2>\n

Drama & Acting Teacher<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ally Shelton is so excited to be a part the Drama Kids team! Her favorite thing is to work with kids and watch them grow into amazing performers. In the past, Ally has had lots of experience with kids and in theatre. In 2023 she lived in Florida and worked at Walt Disney Word as a Jungle Cruise Skipper and a Haunted Mansion maid. She is also very active in local community theatre. She is currently an arts administration student at UNCG where she will be graduating December 2025!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Mykie Upchurch<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Mykie Upchurch is incredibly excited to join the Drama Kids family and share their love of theater and performance with younger generations. They have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performing Arts from the Savannah College of Art and Design and have worked as a costume designer for Winston Salem Theatre Alliance for over a decade. In Mykie\u2019s free time they enjoy performing on the stage and bringing stories to life. They love dancing, music, reading, and dogs, and hope to bring a smile to the faces of young people discovering the magic of performing for the first or hundredth time.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Ginger Godard<\/span><\/h2>\n

Drama & Acting Teacher<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ginger Godard is excited to be back on board with Drama Kids. She comes to the program with a plethora of professional directing experience, coaching \u00a0acting at all age levels and teaching. Her passion is direction and ensemble building. She has directed professionally in Chicago and all over the US; \u00a0was Artistic Director \u00a0for a successful \u00a0professional theatre company in Durham, NC, that did a lot of outreach programs for local at risk youth, taught acting classes and \u00a0also directed several MainStage productions; incorporating the in house ensemble company (professional actors in residence, from all over the US) – with local community actors and musicians. She taught at the high school level, grew the drama program \u00a0to include honors level acting classes and won best in state for direction, acting, \u00a0and set design. Ginger, \u00a0has a BFA in Acting and an MA in Directing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Nancy Torkewitz<\/span><\/h2>\n

Drama & Acting Teacher<\/span><\/h3>\n

You may have seen Nancy Torkewitz performing in community theater in the Greensboro and Winston Salem areas over the past five years. She loved to be in school plays as a child and has fond memories of junior high and high school plays. After a long career in science, organizational development, and project management, at the age of 60 she went back to her childhood love of acting and now is also having a lot of fun working with Drama Kids.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Hannah Truesdell<\/span><\/h2>\n

Drama & Acting Teacher<\/span><\/h3>\n

Hannah Truesdell is excited to join Drama Kids this fall! Hannah graduated in 2013 with a bachelors degree in theatre from UNC-Asheville. They have been a preschool teacher for over a decade and are excited to be returning to the world of drama. Hannah loves working with kids of all ages, and is passionate about the inclusion of the arts in our schools.<\/span>
When they are not teaching, Hannah likes spending time with their 3 cats, rewatching their favorite shows (and even occasionally watching something new), arts and crafts, and listening to music.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Rory Nicolosi<\/h2>\n

Drama & Acting Teacher<\/span><\/h3>\n

Rory is a recent alumni of Drama Kids after being in the program for 10 years! They are from NC and are a recent graduate of Grimsley High and a freshman at GTCC. Rory has 2 cats, Iggy and Pickle, and a dog named Bruce. Their favorite things are reading, drawing, cosplaying, music, and much more!When they are not teaching, Hannah likes spending time with their 3 cats, rewatching their favorite shows (and even occasionally watching something new), arts and crafts, and listening to music.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Shanice Goode<\/h2>\n

Lead Drama & Acting Teacher<\/h3>\n

Bio Coming Soon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Join our team! Drama Kids is seeking dynamic and fun part time teachers to meet our growing class schedule. Please visit our Contact Us Page and submit your interest. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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