Meet the team
At the heart of Huzzah are Katie Howard and Wendy Windle. We’ve been working as a team since 2012 to deliver holiday clubs where children are accepted exactly as they are, and encouraged to be everything they can be. Huzzah came out of asking ourselves the question:
“What if instead of focussing on whether or not a child can say lines or nail a dance move, we use the performing arts to give all children something that will last a lifetime: calm, creativity, and confidence?”
The result is our unique blend of growth mindset practices, mindfulness, and an approach to teaching the performing arts that builds skills for life. Of course the children don’t know about all the care that goes into building their days with us; they come back every holiday because Huzzah is friendly and fun.
“Every child needs a balance of challenge and encouragement to grow into the fullest expression of themselves.”
Wendy
Master of Fine Arts (Acting): Pennsylvania State UniversityBA Hons Theatre Studies: University of UlsterICF Certified Life Coach: CCEChildren’s Counsellor Safeguarding Children Level 2Pediatric First Aid
I was such a shy child I had to practice saying ‘Hello’ in the mirror and was already a teenager when a teacher insisted that I come out from behind my books to try acting. I discovered I could be everything on stage I was too scared to be in life. Since then, I’ve been fascinated by the intersection between performing arts and mental resilience. I’ve been teaching since 1998 and I’m still awed every time I see a Huzzah student expand their idea about who they can be. Even though it feels like magic, it’s neuroscience!
Katie
BA (hons) Performing Arts (Acting) Liverpool institute of Performing Arts
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Pediatric First Aid
Seemingly confident on the outside, I was the kid who crumbled inside at the slightest criticism. That quiet struggle sparked an idea: to build a performing arts company that nurtures resilience and builds confidence from the inside-out. My degree in acting gave me the tools; becoming a parent gave me the drive. I always loved making people laugh and I believe fun, silliness, and clowning aren’t just joyful—they’re powerful tools for building confidence. Now, I’m driven to create spaces where young people feel seen, strong, and free to express who they really are—without fear of falling apart.
Paige
Level 6 Professional Diploma in Musical Theatre: Millennium Performing Arts College
BA (Hons) Theatre, First Class Honours: Guildford School of Acting
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Pediatric First Aid
A little about me: I‘m dog-obsessed, enjoy crime documentaries, and could live on ice cream! I love working at Huzzah, and I have always had a strong passion for teaching children. My classes are infused with energy, positivity, and ample opportunities for every child to flourish. Witnessing students gain new skills and confidence is truly incredible, and I love being a helping hand on their journey.
Anna
Postgraduate Diploma in Acting: International School of Screen Acting
Acting Foundation: IAB Barcelona
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Pediatric First Aid
I’m from a small town in the Italian Alps and trained as an actress in Barcelona and London.
What I love most about teaching is sharing my love for storytelling and seeing that twinkle in the kids eyes when they are proud of what they have created. My superpowers are making people laugh and learning new languages!
Gabriella
BA Hons Degree Musical Theatre and Dance: The Urdang Academy
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Pediatric First Aid
I have been teaching for over 10 years and absolutely love working for Huzzah! The work ethic I received whilst training is something I try to install in my classes whilst making sure they’re super fun and exciting. Seeing students improve in confidence or skill is definitely something I love as a teacher.
Eddy
BA Hons Acting: Mountview
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Pediatric First Aid
I've worked as an activity instructor, acting tutor and workshop facilitator in schools and performing arts colleges all around the UK for over 10 years! I always bring a fun and positive energy to every class and love to see when students feel encouraged and build in confidence...and also when they laugh at my terrible jokes!
Jacob
BA Hons Actor Musicianship: Rose Bruford
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Pediatric First Aid
My career in teaching feels like it only started properly once I started working with Huzzah - helping me build my confidence in teaching and leadership. My favourite bit of the job is seeing the children use their imaginations to create and perform pieces of work - either in games or in a play!
Jodie
BA Hons Professional Dance and Musical Theatre: Urdang Academy
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)
Paediatric First Aid
Safeguarding Children Level 2
I have been actively involved in teaching since the age of 15 by assisting in classes and gaining lots of experience with different age groups. By 18 I began leading my own classes. I'm a proud graduate of the Urdang Academy, I bring both professional training and genuine enthusiasm to every class of mine. I'm dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for young dancers to grow in confidence, skill, and love for dance!
Laura
1 Year Acting Course: RADA
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Pediatric First Aid
Having been teaching both Performing Arts & LAMDA for 6 years alongside working as a professional actor, I really enjoy getting to share my love of drama with children and find the positive effect it has on children's confidence and sense of self expression so wonderfully rewarding!
Mia
BA Hons Dance and Performing Arts: Bird College
Extended Diploma in Musical Theatre: Birmingham School of Theatre Excellence
Foundation level RAD Ballet Exam
Intermediate foundation RAD Ballet Exam
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Teaching dance allows me to share my passion while helping children grow in confidence, creativity, and coordination. Their energy and joy are contagious, and seeing their progress and excitement on stage is incredibly rewarding and reminds me why I fell in love with dance. My goal is to support them in reaching their full potential in every way I can.
Joe
Triple distinction B-Tec Performing Arts: Tring Park
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Pediatric First Aid
I absolutely love teaching and feel so lucky to work with the children, it’s full of energy, creativity, and laughs! Being part of the team at Huzzah has been amazing. It’s a company that really cares about making a difference, and I love how supportive and fun the environment is. Helping kids learn, grow, and gain confidence is the best part of the job, and I feel proud to be doing that with Huzzah.