The Sparkles Team

Lucy Sparkles walks to work with a smile on her face every day because she knows of the joy that drama, music and dance can bring into a child’s life. Lucy Sparkles has been enhancing the lives of children through drama, music and dance since 2002. From teaching music, drama and dance to children of all ages, to performing classical guitar; from playing Princess Jasmine in Aladdin, to writing children’s songs and plays; from drama workshops for children with special needs, to directing her own children’s musical… Lucy has done it!

Lucy is a professional singer and songwriter with a BA (Theatre)(Distinction) from Charles Sturt University in Australia, a Higher Diploma in Guitar Performance from the Academy of Contemporary Music, a Diploma from the London Music School and a PPC In Early Childhood Music (Kodály) from Roehampton University.

Lucy established Lucy Sparkles & Friends in London in 2009. Since then, the company has expanded to include London-based franchises, licensees in Australia, and a subsidiary company in Singapore. Lucy has two young children, Issy and Raffy, who love attending Mummy’s classes.

Based in London, Dani looks after the operational side of the U.K., Singapore and Australian businesses.

Dani grew up in Kent in a family where everybody sang all the time.  She studied flute and violin at Kent Music School and went on to sing with the University of London Chorus, Music in Offices and the Hummy Mummies.  Dani is now a member of the Lewisham Choral Society, with whom she has performed at many events including the Paralympic Opening Ceremony.

After studying at Kings College London, Dani worked in events at the Royal Albert Hall.  Shortly after the Independent newspaper declared that “food” was “the new rock and roll”, she moved into a career in food and events management in the City.  Dani worked for blue chip clients in banking, oil and the media, starting in hospitality services and progressing to administrative, commercial and ultimately operational management for client food services.

Dani is a mother to two girls who both love singing and Lucy Sparkles’ classes!  She is passionate about the role the performing arts can play in developing children’s confidence and character and says, “for a child to sing or play in a group is an invaluable experience. They learn to listen, express themselves creatively and experience recognition for their achievement.”

Hayley Sparkles is a professional singer, actor and dancer who graduated from one of Australia’s most prestigious music schools, The Queensland Conservatorium of Music, with a BA in Musical Theatre. She also plays the piano and cello. Hayley has performed in numerous plays, musicals and pantomimes including several Australian tours, as well as finding her inner dancing queen while playing Agnetha Fältskog in ‘Gold: The ABBA Tribute’. She spent two years performing in the Cirque du Soleil-style shows on-board Celebrity Cruises and then went on to play one of the lead roles in We Will Rock You with Royal Caribbean Cruises.

Before moving to London, Hayley ran her own private vocal studio for 6 years, eventually branching out into piano, cello and acting coaching sessions as well. She has been a children’s party entertainer for over 10 years, and has sung Let It Go at many a birthday party!

Hayley truly understands the role that dance, music and drama can play in a young person’s development as she attended vocal and piano lessons from an early age. She believes that they give children the opportunity to develop their creativity, confidence and communication in a safe and encouraging environment, and loves being part of that growth.

Lauren Sparkles graduated from The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) in 2003. She is a member of the Sense of Sound Singers and regularly performs all over the country, including backing vocals for Yoko Ono’s ‘Double Fantasy Live’ at the Royal Festival Hall.  Her performance credits also include; Mam! I’m ‘Ere! (The Dome, Liverpool), Casanova (BBC/Red Productions), Annie (UK Tour), Oliver! (Genting International Showroom, Malaysia) and Princess Marigold in Jack And The Beanstalk (Pomegranate Theatre, Chesterfield).  Lauren also has extensive experience as a director and choreographer.

Throughout her career Lauren has enjoyed teaching children of all ages in various disciplines. Since her son Teddy has come along she particularly enjoys the company of cheeky little toddlers and their ever surprising capacity to change and grow!

Alice Sparkles is a professional actress and singer who landed her first acting role when she was 17 in the Channel 4 soap ‘Hollyoaks’ as Rae Wilson. Alice has continued to appear on TV and has played guest roles in hit shows such as Benidorm, Coronation Street, Drifters, Casualty and many more!
In 2018, Alice toured the UK and played the leading role in the musical ‘Son of a Preacher Man’.  Alice appeared on BBC1 The Voice in 2013 and reached the Battle stage, and has sung for the British Troops in Afghanistan, Poland, and the Falkland Islands.

Having grown up living and breathing performing arts, Alice has a passion to sharing her knowledge and expertise with children and loves watching them grow and develop.

Having graduated from university with a Bachelor of Arts in Brand Management, Jade went on to work in the corporate communication sector for eight years before joining Lucy Sparkles & Friends in 2017. Since joining, Jade has worked across many areas the business; she is passionate about the brand and what Lucy Sparkles & Friends offers to children and families in the UK,  Singapore & Australia.
Growing up in a house filled with music, Jade plays flute to grade eight, various brass instruments and has recently taken up the guitar. As a mother to two girls who have both inherited this love of music, she understands the role that music can play in a child’s development and truly believes that every child deserves access to quality music, dance & drama.
Jade is proud to be part of the Lucy Sparkles & Friends team; helping to bring the joy of music to so many.

Lucie Sparkles is a professional singer, guitarist and singing teacher.  As a singer and songwriter, her music has taken her all around the world and she has performed as far afield as Australia, and in iconic UK venues including The Jazz Cafe and Ronnie Scotts.

She trained in Performance Design at Central St Martins and also makes sparkly costumes when she isn’t singing! Lucie has worked as a guitar and singing teacher for the last 7 years and is passionate about inspiring children to follow their musical intuition and embrace their creativity from a young age.

Lauren Sparkles is an accomplished singer, dancer, actress, session musician and performing arts teacher.  Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Performing Arts (Hons) from Winchester University and Grade 8 Ballet, Classical Singing and Musical Theatre.  Lauren’s many talents include playing piano and ukulele and she incorporates these into her lessons.

When she’s not in the studio, Lauren can be found performing in and around London as part of a popular wedding and corporate band called ‘The X-Rays’ and she makes up one third of ‘The Haywood Sisters’, one of London’s top close harmony trios. Her performance credits stretch across the globe as Lead Vocalist on-board Carnival Australia cruise liners; The Opera House, Barcelona; and at home here in London performing at Kensington Roof Gardens, Regent Street Christmas light switch-on and the legendary Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club.

Lauren was proud to be the very first Lucy Sparkles & Friends Franchisee (Fulham, Putney and Wandsworth) and went from teacher to business owner. Lauren loved it so much she then went onto buy her second franchise on the other side of London (Hackney and Stoke Newington). “Its amazing how rewarding running your own business can be and I have learnt so much in just two and half years. Understanding how a child learns through drama, music and dance has been fascinating – I love it!”

In addition to Lucy Sparkles, Lauren provides private singing lessons for people of all ages and levels! Her love of teaching and influencing the younger generation stems back to her family as she is the youngest of four musical sisters, became an aunty at 17 and now has over 10 nieces and nephews!

Sarah Sparkles is passionate about the role played by the arts in the development of children as individuals and in social situations. Having played the piano since she was 4 and the violin since she was 5, Sarah grew up with music all around her and has had music in her life ever since. With Grade 8 Distinctions in both instruments, Sarah has also added the guitar and the ukulele to her repertoire!

After graduating from Oxford University, Sarah worked for children’s charities, in fields such as literacy and widening access to education. In recent years, Sarah has focused on working with children in their early years and loves working directly with young children to give them an opportunity to experience and take part in live music, drama and dance. In 2023 Sarah graduated from the Centre for Research in Early Childhood with a Distinction in her Masters in Education (Early Years).

Emma Sparkles joined the team as a teacher and entertainer before taking on her own franchise!  Emma graduated from Bird College with a BA (Hons) in Dance and Musical Theatre, plays guitar and ukulele and has achieved Grade 8 distinction on the piano.  Emma is also a highly skilled dancer, completing advanced levels of ISTD Ballet and Modern exams and training in Contemporary, Jazz and Street.

Emma has always had a passion for working with children as she believes adults and children can both learn from each other.  She has experience working in nurseries, ballet and music schools and school holiday clubs.

Emma believes nothing is more rewarding to her than seeing a child become more confident and joyful through the arts.  Emma is delighted to be able to share her passion for music and dance through Lucy Sparkles & Friends.

Angelica is a digital marketer, performer, and lifelong storyteller. With qualifications in both teaching and digital marketing, and stage credits including national tours of My Fair Lady and Chicago, she’s built a career at the crossroads of creativity and strategy.

Raised in a home filled with guitar music, Angelica grew up surrounded by rhythm, imagination, and the power of story; elements that continue to shape her approach to content creation today.

She has led multi-platform content strategies, video production, and social campaigns for brands across the lifestyle, education, and wellness sectors. Her work is driven by a passion for meaningful, engaging content that connects with audiences and strengthens brand presence.

Angelica believes in the magic of Lucy Sparkles & Friends, not only in the joy it brings to children but in the confidence and self-expression it nurtures. She’s excited to support that mission by bringing sparkle, structure, and a storyteller’s heart to everything she does.

Hannah Sparkles is a performer with a passion for musical theatre and a heart dedicated to children’s entertainment and education. Hannah plays the cello and flute and has played with orchestras and in pit bands for musicals and operas. A graduate of King’s College London with a degree in musicology, Hannah’s musical passions were inspired by her music teacher grandmother.

Hannah has extensive childcare experience having worked in nurseries, schools and summer camps. Her teaching blends fun and creativity with educational content. Hannah firmly believes that inspiring children through music and movement cultivates confidence and lifelong creativity.

She combines her academic expertise with her love for music and performance to create magical and educational experiences for children of all ages. Hannah’s goal is to continue her grandmother’s legacy by inspiring the next generation of musicians.

Amy Sparkles is a professional actress who loves to dance and is skilled in ballet, street, jazz and tap.  Amy trained in acting and performing to young audiences in college as well as workshop leadership.  She undertook work experience in local primary schools which involved performing a TIE show and leading workshops.  Amy also plays the flute and recorder, and is trained to a high level in Karate. 

Amy has many years experience in children’s party entertainment where she regularly performs as favourite characters including princesses, unicorns and clowns.  She spends her winters in Finnish Lapland as an elf, helping families on their search for Santa!  She finds every entertaining experience rewarding and loves seeing the children’s eyes sparkle as she imagines with them, for that hour or two of interaction, that she genuinely is the character they believe her to be!

Jhanei Sparkles is a singer/songwriter who graduated with a BA(Hons) in Popular Music from the University of Hull. She is a classically trained singer but enjoys singing popular music, most commonly in the style of R&B, neo-soul and jazz.  Jhanei also has a love for East Asian culture and studies Korean in her free time.  As a result, she performs songs in Korean – one of her many talents along with playing the piano and guitar, and dancing in a variety of styles including belly dance, hip-hop, ballet and contemporary.

Jhanei has performed multiple times on the radio for BBC Humberside and BBC Radio 3 with the University of Hull’s Chapel Choir.  She also achieved 2nd place in the Mandarin singing competition “Chinese Song UK” which had national coverage in China.  In her performance work Jhanei works with charity organisations such as Nurses Association Jamaica (UK) and care settings for those with Dementia and Alzheimer’s.  In addition, she has gained experience looking after children by working as a nanny through the company Koru Kids.

Jhanei says, “I am an advocate for introducing music and performance into the lives of children. I believe the effects music and performance have on a child’s development are fundamental in their growth, as they have a positive impact on their physical, mental and emotional development. I believe we all have a duty to help raise the next generation to be the best version of themselves and love to have the opportunity to support this through teaching with Lucy Sparkles & Friends.”

Halle Sparkles is a Canadian singer, actress, and musical theatre educator with a Master of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre from the  Guildford School of Acting and an undergraduate degree in Musical Theatre from Capilano University in Vancouver, B.C.  She has performed extensively in both Canada and the UK, with leading roles in musicals including The Velveteen Daughter (Pamela Bianco), a recent Fringe production of Irrepressible (Madam), adaptations of Spring Awakening (Wendla), Amour (Madeleine), and has played as a variety of much-loved Disney princesses including Belle, Fiona, and Ariel.

Halle grew up in a big, musical family and with ten nieces and nephews, she’s always been surrounded by little ones and has a natural ease and joy when teaching them.  Her passion for early childhood education was nurtured through years of volunteering in Sunday school, youth worship teams, and children’s camps.

Alongside performing, Halle loves nothing more than seeing children light up as they grow in confidence through music and play. Her sessions are full of energy, laughter, and creativity—designed to help even the shyest little ones feel brave enough to shine.

Rachel Sparkles has dreamed of performing in musicals and working with children since she was a child herself.  She graduated with a BA(Hons) in Musical Theatre and was awarded the title of Runner-Up for the Young Scottish Musical Theatre Performer of the Year.  Parts she played whilst in training include Sandy in ‘Grease’, Julia in ‘The Wedding Singer’ and Audrey in ‘Little Shop of Horrors’.

Rachel adores working with children, especially in the context of Lucy Sparkles parties which provide them with a creative outlet while having a wonderful time!

Elena Sparkles is a singer, dancer and actress who has graduated from the London School of Musical Theatre. Ever since she was 4, she has loved performing and can’t wait to share this passion with all of you.

Elena plays the violin and holds Distinction in Grade 8 ballet as well as dancing jazz, tap and ballet.

Elena has experience of working with children and has always loved helping people reach their dreams. She has a love for all things Disney and has a life long goal of becoming a Disney Princess!

Priscilia Sparkles has many years’ experiences working with young children which enables her to entertain with creativity, making activities both fun and educational.  Her sparkly and energetic character qualities make her the perfect party entertainer, but she is also a student of Neuroscience!

Priscilia Sparkles’ passion for working with children and their families is driven by her desire to provide the best memories possible to the future generation.  Seeing children being creative and having fun brings Priscilia joy.  She believes that creativity  enables children to grow in confidence and navigate who they are as a person, encouraging them to believe in themselves and breaking any barriers of limitations.  Seeing small positive changes in the children’s confidence is what makes this career very rewarding.

Rosey Sparkles is an experienced educator and music specialist trained primarily on trumpet.  With a First-Class Music degree from Goldsmiths University and a PGCE in Primary Education (EYFS/KS1) from University College London, they bring care, fun, and a deep understanding of childhood development to every session.

Rosey has taught music and movement to children aged 3 months to 14 years across nurseries, schools and community groups using rhythm, song, and imaginative play to inspire joy and confidence.  They are passionate about early development, physical literacy, and the power of music to support development and growth in the early years

Amy Sparkles is a professional Musical Theatre Performer from London who trained at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts. She also plays lots of instruments, growing up with music and the arts in her life since she was young.

Since graduating in 2019, Amy has had a varied career in performing working all over the world as well as teaching music, singing, dance and drama to many different age groups here in London. Amy has an absolute passion for young people, and introducing them to the joy that the arts can bring to their lives, just like it did to hers!

Kirsty Sparkles is a singer, performer, composer and teacher from London with a passion for musical and artistic exploration.

She first fell in love with singing at a young age and has since gone on to explore a varied repertoire from French art songs, Italian opera and musical theatre to contemporary classical music. She received her Masters degree in Music from Goldsmiths University.

Kirsty has a wide range of experience facilitating music learning, from delivering KS1 music lessons, music after-school clubs and 1-1 teaching. She believes music is a vital part of children’s education, starting from their early years and continuing throughout their lives, and is dedicated to fostering a fun and exploratory musical environment for them.

Joy Sparkles is a singer, actor, dancer and avid baker, with a warmth and energy that matches the name!

Joy has performed in various venues locally and internationally, including Gielgud Theatre, Olivier Theatre, Fortune Theatre and Carnegie Hall, and holds an MA in Musical Theatre from Mountview Academy of Performing Arts, as well as a BA in Musical Theatre from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Joy considers arts-based education essential to a child’s development, and loves seeing it build self-confidence, creativity and lateral thinking in young minds. A true sparkle, Joy believes that theatre encourages understanding and empathy, and is truly one of the greatest joys of life—pun intended.

Ella Sparkles has always had a strong passion for performing arts. She studied Musical Theatre at London’s Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, where she trained in both Music and Dance. She also completed her RAD and ISTD dance exams with distinctions and has recently added the Ukulele to her musical repertoire.

With her background working with young children in her hometown, Ella has gained a keen insight into how to bring joy and delight to youngsters. Her goal is to recreate the magic she experienced at her own childhood birthday parties. She understands the profound importance of creating a warm, enjoyable, and friendly atmosphere for both the children and their parents. Ella firmly believes that there’s nothing more rewarding than witnessing a child grow in confidence.

Katrina Sparkles is a Professional Actor, Dancer, Singer and Musician from Australia. She studied at Brent Street Studios in her early years and Graduated from ED5International in Performing Arts Degree (Musical Theatre). Katrina also Studied at NIDA as an Acting Major.

Katrina has been performing since she was very young. She has experience in theatre, children’s entertainment, TV, film, music tours, and theme parks. Katrina has travelled around Australia for Nickelodeon and Character Connexion in shows, acting and dancing. Katrina has also worked at Luna Park Sydney, Chessington World of Adventures resort as a performer and many other event companies.

Katrina has a passion for performing and has a wealth of teaching experience in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Drama and Music. When not teaching Katrina can be found singing in bands playing drums, keys and the flute!

Katrina has a love for teaching and entertaining especially spreading joy and magic to the little ones.

Lucy A. Sparkles is a professional actor who loves to dance, sing, and play the guitar. She studied BA Drama and English at the University of Birmingham where she wrote and directed plays and centred her degree around interactive theatre.

Lucy first began working with young children when volunteering at her local library to run a group called Rhymetime and Storytime. She has since realised that she particularly loves interacting with children as an actor, to create personalised memories for them that will put a smile on their face.

Lucy trained in dance and drama throughout her childhood at Laine Theatre Arts and is excited to share her love for performing and music, which she herself found so magical and joyful as a child.

Becka Sparkles has always had a passion for performing, starting acting at aged 3. By the time she was 13, she was performing in professional variety shows for the Royal Hippodrome Theatre Eastbourne’s summer season. Becka graduated with a first class degree in Musical Theatre in 2021 and has since performed in a variety of shows, workshops, immersive theatre and concerts. She also enjoys playing the jazzy saxophone!

Becka has been teaching musical theatre classes since she was 15 years old. She now directs, choreographs and produces musicals for children of all ages, as well as working as a princess and entertainer. She adores watching children progress and develop their confidence, musical skills and enjoyment of the industry!

Jocelyn Sparkles has always had a love of all things musical. Playing instruments from a young age she understands the power that music has to help kids learn and be entertained!

Jocelyn completed her actor/musician training at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, combining her love of acting, singing, dancing and music.

Since graduating, Jocelyn has been touring around schools, performing to children. Whilst she was studying she spent her weekends hosting kids’ birthday parties and loves to see the joy on a child’s face when their birthday has been just perfect!

Niamh Sparkles is a professional singer, actor and performing arts teacher who from a young age has had a passion and joy for teaching children.

She trained in Musical Theatre at the Dance School of Scotland and at Millennium Performing Arts in London.

Niamh has worked as musical director and choreographer alongside a company which provides funding and support for under-resourced schools to stage productions.  Niamh stars as “Robyn Rainbow” on Dream Team Kids TV- a fun educational children’s show and she is so excited to continue making children smile through the wonderful world of music, dance and drama with Lucy Sparkles & Friends!

Ebba Sparkles is an Actor Musician graduate from the Guildford School of Acting. She is multi instrumentalist, specialising in the violin and mandolin. She has worked as a violinist and vocalist on various cruise ships and in theatres all across the UK and Scandinavia, most recently in the tour of ‘Fairytale of New York’ With Se7en Productions. She loves music styles going from indie pop, to jazz, electro dance and contemporary classical music. She also plays her electric violin with DJs across London in various venues and restaurants, this has been a great way to keep up her practice and meeting other musicians.

With Scandinavia parents, she speaks Swedish and danish fluently and loves to infiltrate parts of these cultures into her everyday life as she believes in the importance of being proud of where we come from as well as learning about other peoples cultures.

She has a passion for anything creative, be it drawing, crafting or just in the way she dresses, and truly believes finding the art in all parts of life. This is something she thinks is fundamental to a child’s development and finding their own voices and inner confidence, so works hard to create a space for them to have creative freedom with the amazing help of music, dance and drama. Having worked on children’s summer schools in musical theatre, she knows how to run a room with positivity and confidence and understands the importance of being an advocate for the future generation, hoping it can be one that’s full of self expression, music and kindness. 

Orla Sparkles is a professional actor and creative. She trained at The Guildford School of Acting where she co-founded her production company, working with platforms such as Screen South and BBC Arts. She has been lucky enough to work across film and theatre since graduating and has most recently played the lead role of Gerda in ’The Snow Queen’ at Reading Rep.

Orla has experience working with children both in schools and tutoring privately, and also in pantomime and children’s theatre. Having grown up taking piano and singing lessons and expressing herself through theatre, Orla believes that introducing children to music, drama, dance, and creativity at the earliest stage in their lives is so important…and Lucy Sparkles is the perfect blend of fun and education to do this. She finds so much joy in adding sparkle to children’s lives!

Malika Sparkles is committed to fostering dynamic learning environments through a creative and engaging pedagogical approach. With a diploma in Kodály Pedagogy from the Kodály Institute of Music, a BA in Music from the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, as well as an MMus from the University of Cambridge (specialising in choral conducting), Malika is excited to share her musical imagination with children.

Malika has worked with as a piano and voice teacher, as well as a choral conductor, for children and has staged several French children’s operas. Continually searching to grow her imagination through creative intellect, she was chosen as an opera director for the British Youth Opera’s Serena Fenwick Programme.

Exploring and having fun is a core component of Malika’s pedagogical approach and she hopes to transmit her enthusiasm and love for music through educational play.

Isabel is a singer, actor, dancer, trained at the London School of Musical Theatre. She is a passionate and energetic performer, who is keen to inspire the next generation of performers through drama and dance!

Isabel loves working with children, having worked as a teaching assistant in a primary school, and an entertainer at tourist attractions in the North of England. She graduated from Durham University with a First-Class BSc (Hons) degree in Psychology, focusing on child development.

Isabel is excited to spread the joy of performing to young children, and bring a little sparkle to their lives!

Hannah is a professional actor who trained at East 15 Acting School, National Youth Theatre and Manchester School of Acting. Alongside her acting career, Hannah is deeply passionate about introducing young people to the arts. She has a wealth of experience as an entertainer and drama teacher, working with various drama schools around London, providing children’s birthday entertainment and has performed and taught workshops on cruise ships.

Hannah has found huge confidence, creative inspiration and imagination from her actor training and hopes to pass this on to the next generation of talented young people. Since graduating, her professional credits include Stephen Merchant’s The Outlaws (BBC and Amazon), Doctors (BBC) for television; Princess and the Pauper (Swanage Rep) and Bob the Superdog (The Woodville) for stage; and the film adaptation of The Salt Path (BBC Films). Hannah has also appeared in commercials, voice-overs, music videos, and creates her own work too.

Rey is a passionate and committed performer, composer and music educator. Growing up amongst the vibrant and diverse music scene in South East London was an environment full of inspiration and stimulation for Rey. She loves nothing more than creating vocal harmonies, and making music accessible for little folks. Her progression into the music education sector has allowed her to continue to spread the message she truly believes in – that music is for all.

Anne Sparkles studied Musical Theatre at The Royal Conservatoire of Brussels and the Guildford School of Acting. Since graduating she has performed in productions in England, Belgium and Switzerland. Most recently she played the lead in the children’s musical “Lotta”, based on the children’s books.  Anne also writes and produces her own shows: in 2022 her show “Setlist” was awarded 5 stars at the Camden Fringe.

Anne’s most treasured childhood memories are the ones at music school and dance classes. She is excited to share her love for the arts with little ones and create new magical memories with them!

Ivi is a vibrant performer with a passion for musical theatre, storytelling, and bringing joy to audiences of all ages! With an MA in Musical Theatre from Mountview, Ivi has years of experience on stage as a singer, actor, and musician, playing piano.

Luke Sparkles discovered his passion for working with children while entertaining at children’s parties in 2019. Though he originally pursued a career in Biomedical Science, graduating with a 2:1 degree in Biomedical Science (BSc Hons) in 2020, he realised that bringing joy and energy to young audiences was where his true enthusiasm lay. This led him to make the exciting decision to transition into children’s entertainment.

Halcyon Sparkles is an actor-musician and early years music teacher with a passion for making music fun and engaging for everyone!  After earning a First-Class Honours degree from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, she has worked in theatre, music, and immersive storytelling.
She is a skilled multi-instrumentalist (playing cello, double bass, piano, ukulele and melodica to name a few!). Halcyon has performed at The Watermill Theatre, and at the London Dungeon, bringing a variety of crazy historical characters to life. A firm believer that creativity is essential to self-expression and confidence, Halcyon is passionate about making a space for children to explore their imaginations. Whether through music, movement, or storytelling, she encourages little ones to express themselves freely, encouraging a fun, inclusive and supportive environment. She hopes to inspire the next generation to embrace creativity in all aspects of life, helping them grow into expressive, kind, and confident people!

Izzy is a singer, actor and dancer and a student at Trinity Laban Conservatoire in the BMus (Hons) program.

After starting ballet classes at the age of 3, Izzy fell in love with performing and ever since then, she has taken every opportunity to immerse herself in the arts, whether that be through dance and acting classes, piano and music theory lessons, performing in musicals and plays, or playing bass clarinet in her school band.

Although she loves every area of the performing arts, her biggest passion by far is singing, and she has been lucky enough to have won a variety of awards and scholarships for her performances in vocal competitions and exams.

Izzy loves to bring the magic of the arts into the lives of others, especially young children, and has enjoyed having the opportunity to help teach them in both music and dance. She is thrilled to get to continue to bring joy and excitement to many more young people as a member of the Sparkles family!

Isabella Sparkles is a professional performer and graduate from the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts.

Her love for music and all things performance based started from a very young age and has continued to the present day where she has been fortunate enough to have been worked in music videos , pantomimes, regular session singing and even being flown out to perform in LA in a girl group!

She has an abundance of experience working with children during pantomime season, teaching baby ballet & street dance to various age groups and performing at princess parties.  She says she remembers fondly her dance lessons and how they formed her into the person she is today and loves being able to do the same for all children through the magic of Sparkles!

Ruby Sparkles is a cellist, pianist and singer, with a bachelors degree in Music and Drama from the University of Manchester, and a master’s degree in Songwriting and Music Production from Tileyard Education.

Ruby Sparkles loves to work with children and has worked in various nurseries teaching, entertaining and planning activities for the kids as well as teaching piano to primary school children, which she found incredibly rewarding.  “I think encouraging children to play and be involved with music is so important, it’s been such a huge part of my life and I know how much joy it brings and how beneficial it can be.”

Roman Sparkles is a music teacher originally from Melbourne. As well as teaching for Lucy Sparkles & Friends, he is also a drums, guitar, keyboard and singing tutor.

Roman runs a music program in the Isle of Dogs called the Rock Project where we teach children aged 7-18 how to play band instruments.  Roman believes that teaching music through play from an early age is an essential task in education, as it sets up children for life with internal rhythm, coordination and an ear which once developed will always be with them.