Kim had a very fortunate artistic upbringing. She attended an elementary and middle school with terrific drama programs. She then attended an arts high-school (Mayfield Secondary School in Ontario, Canada), where she auditioned for and was accepted into their four-year Drama Program. She went on to complete her BFA in Music Theatre from the University of Windsor in Canada. Upon graduating, Kim spent several years working as a professional actor in everything from Shakespearean plays to Music Theatre productions to Improvisational theatre.
Excited to become a teacher, Kim obtained her California Teaching Credential (K-5 Multiple-Subject Credential with authorization to teach Theatre and Vocal Music) and her MA in Education from Antioch University, Los Angeles. She soon realized that a traditional classroom was not her calling. Kim approaches all areas of teaching with energy and enthusiasm, but her true passion in life is teaching drama. Kim is experienced in and passionate about special needs education. She believes strongly in inclusion and providing all kinds of kids the opportunity to participate in drama education programming that gives them the tools to succeed in a safe environment.
While working as the Assistant Director of Drama Kids of Las Vegas, Kim’s students always told her she was “crazy” when she suggested they walk like a duck or talk like a caveperson. Her over-the-top energy and wackiness has earned her the nickname “Crazy Kim”! She’s learned that sometimes all it takes is a little “crazy” to make your dreams come true. She especially loves improv, music theatre, and scriptwriting. When she figured out how to combine them all into a unique drama program that was student-driven and tons of fun, Drama Maniacs was born. Drama Maniacs is the drama program that Kim always wanted when she was a kid and she’s so happy to be sharing it with you and your family!