About Us
Group Leaders & Creative Team
Matthew founded Faust in 1999 and since then has brought many works to the stage, either as director or producer. His directing credits include Peter Pan which played in Hong Kong in 2005 and went on to tour Asia, the sell-out hit Oliver!, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Marvin the Monkey Drummer and the Pot of Truth, Imperfect Speakers, The Sword in the Stone, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Der Struwwelpeter, The Royal Hunt of the Sun, Tall Iced Low Fat Mocha Frappuccino, No Whip!, Doctor Faustus, Saturday Night Live!, Lord of the Flies and The Crucible - all for Faust International Youth Theatre. Matthew is executive producer of ABA Productions, an international theatrical production company dedicated to creating and promoting a wide variety of performance styles from around the world. Matthew has a PGCE in Drama from Cambridge University, UK.
Emma has spent over 20 years working alongside and being inspired by actors from around the globe. Emma is an actor by profession and trained at ArtsEd London. When not on stage she enjoys nothing more than sharing her experience and inspiration with fellow actors, helping to create fresh and exciting pieces of theatre and encouraging them to tell fascinating stories through the art of performance, endeavouring to captivate audiences both young and old. Emma has starred in numerous productions and her directing credits include The Snowman, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe as well as touring productions of Peter Pan and Around the World in 80 Days. She assisted Roger Hannah on the UK touring production of Annie and Peter Reid on AC Production’s Waiting for Godot at the Arts Theatre, London. In 2018 Emma devised and directed a new stage version of Tabby McTat by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler which toured Hong Kong and Singapore.
Keon attended Beacon Hill School and Shatin College right here in Hong Kong and studied Drama and English Literature at Royal Holloway in the UK as well as at The University of Hong Kong. Over the past two decades he has written, directed and performed in a variety of plays and short films. His playwriting and directing credits include theatrical versions of Alice in Wonderland, Pinocchio, Journey to the West, Anansi the Storyteller, as well as original stories such as Rosaline, Beautiful and Beastly, the Kip Marlowe Detective Series, Modern Teenage Fables and many more. Other theatre and drama highlights include performing the lead role of David Henry Hwang in the Asian Premiere of Yellow Face, directing the opening event for the Hong Kong Literary Festival 2009 and leading workshops on creative writing and directing for The University of Hong Kong. Keon has a BA in English Literature & Comparative Literature, an MPhil in English Literature, and a PGDE in English from The University of Hong Kong.
Rose trained at Drama Studio London to qualify as a professional actress across stage, screen and radio. Her stage credits range from classical texts including Three Sisters (Chekhov) and Measure for Measure (Shakespeare) to The Deep Blue Sea (Rattigan) and Rufus Norris’ musical, The Sleeping Beauty. Aside from the stage, Rose has also acted in several short films and continues to be represented as a working actress in the industry. As a teacher, Rose has worked with Chichester Festival Youth Theatre and Action Theatre Italy to share her love for her craft. She has also toured with Theatre in Education as an actor-facilitator. With an expansive knowledge of theatre and acting, Rose aspires to enthuse the next generation of creatives and allow them to find their voice.
Matthew holds a Diploma and Degree in Musical Theatre and has loved performing on stage from a young age. He has toured internationally in Turkey and Tunisia for the TUI Group, the world’s largest tourism group, appeared in the music video Together in This by Grammy-nominated artist Natasha Bedingfield, and performed in the musical The Producers. His career includes corporate entertainment projects for major brands such as DreamWorks, MTN and the South African National Cricket Team. Alongside performing, he is TEFL-certified and has taught musical theatre, drama and dance workshops in South Africa and overseas, where he discovered his love for inspiring young performers. Matthew strives to nurture creativity and confidence in every student.
Agnese Perri, a Victorian College of the Arts graduate with a BFA in Theatre, is an emerging multidisciplinary artist, theatre maker, and producer. From Italy, Australia, and Hong Kong, their interest lies in experimental theatre and performance art. With a reflective and play-based practice, Agnese is deeply inspired by children and their creative languages. They are looking forward to supporting children’s creative explorations and theatre journeys at Faust! Recent projects include Tarot (Motley Bauhaus, 2023), Trash Pop Butterflies Dance Dance Paradise (Theatre Works, 2023), My Shell (Testing Grounds, 2022), and Always a Stranger in a Foreign Place (2021) [Recipient of Mudfest Best Moving Image Award and Digital Dawdle Audience Favourite in Film].
Anna is a drama aficionado and has participated and performed in many productions over the years. Some of her performing credits include Aladdin, Arabian Nights, The Wizard of Oz and Chicken Little to name a few. Anna also has a lot of experience working with young children and tots and musicals. She loves incorporating drama games to teach children useful drama techniques to help them be more confident young performers. Anna is happy and excited to be part of the Faust team and looks forward to empowering the students in her groups.
Christine has always had a passion for the performing arts. She studied drum percussion, influenced by her father who is a musician. She then expanded herself by joining a drama club in high school and staging dance workshops. Since then, she has performed in showcases and led workshops for different playgroups. As a full-time educator, she has experience working with children in various age groups. She is excited to work with young people to explore their imaginations and creativity.
Clara has been obsessed with music and theatre from a young age. A self-professed ‘Jill of all trades’ in the theatre world, Clara has been involved in several productions across Tokyo and Hong Kong as a cast and crew member. Since her return to Hong Kong in 2011, Clara has been a part of Faust and has been worked in the early childhood educational industry for several years teaching children aged 6 months and up. At Faust, Clara has directed several shows for The Faust Festival and has worked backstage managing make-up and wardrobe for main productions as well as producing Stage Group shows. Clara hopes to encourage the children at Faust to express their creativity and inspire them to develop her passion for theatre and performance! Clara is looking forward to another wonderful season at Faust!
Fueled by her love for the stage, Freya has dedicated over a decade to honing her craft, immersing herself in training and performance opportunities that have nurtured her artistic talents. She particularly enjoys Musical Theatre - because who doesn’t love a triple threat! When she isn’t teaching, you can find Freya working with art organizations across Hong Kong, with her most recent work directing “Stop Kiss” by Diana Son at HKU. Freya's unwavering dream is to become an exceptional teacher. Driven by a profound sense of purpose, she aspires to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where students can thrive and discover their true potential through dramatic expression and confidence.
Gladys graduated from HKAPA EXCEL and achieved the BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre). She has been a performer since she was young. She started with classical ballet training when she was 4 years old then ventured into other dance forms such as Contemporary, Jazz, Funk, Tap Dance, Hip Hop and merges them with theatre acting. She has joined numerous showcases and performances involving theatre and dance. Gladys is delighted to be working at Faust where she enjoys the creativity in workshops with children.
Ika is a dynamic theatre enthusiast with a background in developmental psychology. Her love for children, coupled with her passion for sharing enriching learning experiences, has driven her to create memorable moments for young minds. With her experience in performing drama and designing stage props, she brings creativity to each workshop. She is a caring and highly motivated person who is committed to provide a creative support and a positive learning environment to our young actors at Faust.
Jasmine studied English Language teaching at Hong Kong Metropolitan University and works at Discovery College. She has been a drama enthusiast for almost all her whole life. Her interest in performing is derived from her love for musicals which brought out her outgoing and expressive side that she never knew existed until she came out of her shell through singing and acting. She has participated in various productions with her school’s English Drama Club and in various musical performances throughout her primary and secondary school life. She enjoys serving the community by doing community-based theatre shows and joining independent acapella groups. She hopes to inspire young minds at Faust - having fun while acting, and finding one’s voice through the arts.
John has been entranced by the world of theatre and performance ever since he can remember. He grew up in Hong Kong and graduated from YMCA Hong Kong Christian College where he developed his background in physical theatre, contemporary performance, and dance improvisation. John’s passion for teaching theatre comes from his time at Faust, where he was first involved in workshops, holiday programmes and Faust Festival shows as an Assistant Leader and now as a Group Leader. In his spare time, he enjoys performing onstage. John firmly believes in the power of theatre to help guide people in their personal growth, and is looking forward to sharing that with the young performers at Faust in the coming season!
A Hong Kong native, Laura is a drama instructor and practitioner. Laura is a graduate of the Acting for Global Screen programme at Hong Kong Baptist University, a highly competitive film acting programme. She specialises in early childhood drama education, acting for screen, and contemporary styles of theatre, having worked on local films and theatre in both Cantonese and English. She is also a children’s theatre performer. Laura specialises in working with second-language students of English and is TEFL-certified. She firmly believes that drama education is critical in Hong Kong to develop student’s individuality and confidence. Outside of Faust, Laura serves as a co-trainer of Inter Cultural Education, an NGO that promotes global cultural education at local schools in Hong Kong. This is Laura’s 4th season as a Group Leader and she is looking forward to the year ahead.
Lauren was born and raised in Hong Kong and has always been very passionate about Theatre and the Arts. She has taught Drama, Arts and Crafts and Piano; and she has worked with educational institutions that focus on helping young children learn art in their living estates. She joined Faust in 2019 and has been working with younger years in our Term Time Programmes and Holiday Theatre workshops in various locations. She also works with our Faust Touring Theatre as a stage manager. Lauren enjoys the company of children and can easily collaborate well with them while creating a fun and energetic environment. She is enthusiastic about her work and is excited to share the joy and love of theatre with the children.
Marc is enthusiastic and passionate about education in international settings. He grew up in Hong Kong and attended South Island School. He also used to be a member of Faust, performing in shows such as A Christmas Carol, Brainstorm and The Crucible. Alongside performing, he has assisted and led workshops at Faust and other companies in Hong Kong. He has just completed a degree in English at Utrecht University in the Netherlands where he had an active role in the Students of Utrecht Drama Society (SUDS), helping to put on original productions written by many of his peers. Returning to Hong Kong after completing his studies, he is looking forward to getting involved again with Faust and helping children have fun and learn about the world of drama and theatre.
Meike graduated from the Performing Arts School in Berlin, Germany. After graduating she has worked continuously as a dancer, singer and actress in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, UK, Greece, India and Hong Kong. Since arriving in Hong Kong in 2009, Meike has been teaching dance and drama to children and adults all over Hong Kong. Her performance experience includes The Wizard of Oz, Oliver Twist, Babes in Toyland, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Jack and the Beanstalk, Beauty and Beast, and Cinderella. Meike loves teaching children and is excited to be working with Faust in the coming season.
Miguel is a theatre practitioner and has been a passionate performer since early childhood and aims to encourage students to become skilled and confident performers, on and off the stage. Miguel graduated in 2022 from The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts EXCEL, where they received a BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Musical Theatre and has taught drama workshops since they were 16 years old. Theatre highlights include performing the role of Fagin in Oliver!, Asaka in Once on this Island and the title role in The Hong Kong Players Panto 2023 – Dick Whittington. Miguel looks forward to sharing the joy of theatre with Faust students this season.
Myka is an enthusiastic early childhood educator. With a wealth of experience in theatre, she has participated in incredible productions such as Fame, Rent and West Side Story. Recently, she’s been active in community theatre performing in shows such as Rent, Spring Awakening and Little Shop of Horrors. Her journey in the arts has given her a solid understanding of everything from blocking and lighting to stage projection. After spending several years with Faust, Myka is excited to share her passion and knowledge with young dreamers. She loves helping her students explore their creativity and find their own voices and confidence on stage!
Soni was born and raised in Hong Kong and has always been passionate about the performing arts. She is a very fun loving, sincere, and honest person who loves working with children and young talented performers. She has worked as a dance teacher, teaching young talents a variety of western and Bollywood styles of dance and staging several public and school performances. She joined Faust in 2021, motivating young actors as they experience the wonderful world of theatre.
