For more than 15 years now, Goat Track Theatre have been providing drama, acting and film classes across the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. We are national leaders in youth theatre and community arts and cultural development projects. Goat Track Theatre work alongside young people throughout the creative process to create new works that value the voices and concerns of young people.
The program has been created by award winning teachers and industry professionals with a combined 50 years of experience working with young people in drama classrooms. At Goat Track Theatre we are passionate about GROWING THE GREATNESS of every young person we work with. We provide a safe and inclusive environment for all students to achieve their personal and creative goals. If you want a team of professionals to look after your children and deliver the best drama tuition; Goat Track Theatre is the place to go.
Our Team
In 2019, Goat Track Theatre was the proud winner of the BEST TEAM CULTURE AWARD at the What’s On 4 Kids National Awards. As a team we are super proud of this award as it represents at its core what we are all about: Growing Greatness in children and young people through care, creativity, connection and courage.
The Goat Track team is passionate about working with young people and working in the arts. This team genuinely loves each other and we have the best time working together - we actually love turning up to work. We believe that everything can be done with a smile and that there are many opportunities in the day to have a good laugh.
Andrew wright
CEO & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Andrew is the Driver of the Goat Track Bus, so hop aboard and hold onto your hats!!! Andrew has been an inspirational teacher of children and young people through drama/theatre for more than 25 years across primary, secondary and tertiary settings. He is a published playwright, award winning director and tireless community arts worker. He has also worked as an actor, producer, dramaturge, facilitator and professional speaker. He has aspirations to start his own Boy Band before he loses his hair and is kept up late at night by the thought that he may have "missed the boat." Andrew believes in the power of theatre to change the world.
Theatre is a discipline. Like any discipline, we think we are learning about the discipline but in actual fact we end up learning more about ourselves along the way. This is how theatre can change the world. Not whole audiences at a time but one person at a time." Andrew is inspired by people who have the courage to make mistakes in order to locate and then surpass their limitations. When he is by himself he likes to run to "Eye of The Tiger," sing 80's power ballads and dance to Salt and Pepper's "Push It!" He has a truly disturbing playlist
LOUISE BAHNSON
GENERAL MANAGER & HEAD TEACHER ARTIST
Louise is Goat Track Theatre’s very own, Wonder Woman! Besides being the co-founder of this dynamic company, she also brings a great deal of educational and business expertise to the team with more than 20 years in drama classrooms throughout QLD and a number of business awards under her Wonder Belt. She is an award-winning director of theatre for young people and has been working on Goat Track Theatre shows as a designer, actor, producer, costume designer and educational liaison since 2009.
Her borderline Obsessive Compulsive Disorder [let's face it, she crossed the border years ago...] is put to great use as our General Manager. Louise believes that “art is the key to personal transformation and that theatre provides us with an amazing array of tools to unpack and better understand the world and most importantly ourselves.” When “Bahnsey” isn’t busy Tracking Goats, she keeps busy practicing to be the next Gardening Australia presenter, cooking sourdough bread, knitting dish clothes, and home renovating to the sounds of Joni Mitchell, John Butler and Cat Stevens. (Yes, we know. She really is a dirty hippy!)
TAMARA ATHIQUE
ENROLMENT OFFICER
From double-deckers to 'down under' and beyond! A true global citizen, Tamara has lived in the UK, the Middle East, New Zealand and New South Wales, before making beautiful Tamborine Mountain the place she now calls home.
A lover of nature and tranquility, in her spare time Tamara will be found communing with her plants, meditating to the sound of a waterfall, dipping her toes in the ocean or 'daggy dancing' in her living room. She loves the energy and magic of live performance and is always keen to immerse herself in a good story.
Ever friendly and helpful, Tamara is delighted to be part of the Team and assist with all of your enrolment enquiries. She has watched her own daughter flourish here at Goat Track many years ago and she knows firsthand what a difference theatre can make in a child's life. Her mission now is to help others to offer their children the same opportunity to thrive.
HEIKI BAHNSON-WRIGHT
ACCOUNT MANAGER
To say Heiki has been with the company for a while would be an understatement! She has been involved with Goat Track Theatre from the very beginning, falling in love with the culture of care and joy that the company holds close to heart.
As the Accounts Manager, Heiki blends her passion for people with her exceptional organizational skills to ensure smooth operations behind the scenes. She brings a blend of strategic insight and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring client accounts run smoothly and efficiently. With 5 years of experience in accounts management, Heiki has a proven track record of managing accounts, streamlining processes, and fostering strong client relationships.
She is always looking for her next challenge, driven by her dedication to helping others and building strong connections. This drive has led her to complete her Bachelor of Behavioural Science and pursue her postgraduate study in Psychology —ambitions that highlight her collaborative spirit, commitment to both personal growth, and making a difference.
Heiki’s journey with Goat Track Theatre extends far beyond the office. She has not only won Queensland Academy's Artist Excellence Award, but has performed in countless shows with Goat Track Theatre for over 12 years, and even graced the stage at the Woodford Folk Festival twice. Born to perform, Heiki brings her vibrant energy and sense of fun to every aspect of her role.
When she’s not managing accounts, studying, or lighting up the stage, you’ll find Heiki at the gym lifting heavy weights to the beat of Rufus du Sol. Her dynamic spirit and dedication make her an indispensable part of the Goat Track Theatre team.
CHRISTIE ECKERSLEY
FAST TRACK DIRECTOR, & FILM TEACHER ARTIST
You’ll hear Christie before you see her as her, big energy and even bigger voice proceeding her. Having trained as an opera singer and actor Christie has performed all over the world before hitting the streets of Goat Track Theatre. Christie found her home in the Goat Track Youth division in 2023 coaching and directing young film and stage actors across the Acting for Film and Fast Track Programs and writing and directing 5 of Goat Tracks 2025 Productions - with more to come! She is an Director, Actor, Opera and Musical Theatre singer and production manager who has been running and coordinating various programs, events and productions for 9 years and has taught voice and drama students for 7 years. Having trained to a PostGraduate level at the Queensland Conservatorium of music and found a passion for performing, creating, storytelling and enacting her death various ways on stage - which weirdly enough is her specialty.
Not only has she acted and sung on stages in Australia, Italy, Switzerland and Germany she has written, produced, stage managed and directed operas, musicals, plays. You may recognize her voice on radios or in the background on the TV as a voice over artist, or not, she’s sneaky like that. When she’s not at Goat Track you will probably still find her singing, acting or making her own sound effects, with or without an audience, it can’t be helped. If your young person is ready to live, laugh, love and learn to be their best selves Christie can’t wait to bring them into a rollercoaster of fun amongst the Goat Track Family.
scarlett bahnson-wright
TEACHER ARTIST & AMBASSADOR COORDINATOR
Scarlett has a real passion for teaching, young people and being creative. If we were to describe her in a couple of words we’d say she has a fiery passion paired with endless care and compassion. Her students would describe her as a funny and uplifting teacher filled with insight. She loves to mentor young people to find their passion and is the master of culture here at Goat Track Theatre. This lead her to create our Goat Track Theatre Ambassador Program which educates high school aged students on how to be a cultural beacon and leader.
She has been acting with the company since she was 4 years old and has loved it since the beginning! She has been brought up in the world of theatre by the Goat Track community and has been here for 15+ wonderful years of creation, fun, and connecting! She has been doing professional acting gigs since the age of twelve on screen, stage and festivals.
Goat Track in the literal sense is her family but she has also found some of her lifelong friends here which she loves to hang out with.
Scarlett can be found constantly striving for her goals and dreams with passion and gusto, something she has mastered whilst being at Goat Track all these years! If she’s not sitting by a creek drawing in her sketch pad or playing with her cat, you’ll probably find her riding horses and watching new movies.
EMMA ROMADHON
FILM TEACHER ARTIST
Meet Emma, a multifaceted creative force at Goat Track Theatre, known for her infectious energy and extensive experience in both stage and screen. As a passionate advocate for the arts, Emma brings over 15 years of industry experience in acting, directing, and producing across film, television, and theatre.
Emma’s career in the performing arts was shaped by her studies in Drama and Theatre Excellence under the mentorship of Goat Track Theatre’s co-founders, Andrew and Louise. Her journey then took her to The Actors Conservatory, where she earned her qualifications in Screen and Stage Acting. This dual focus on both theatre and screen has allowed her to cultivate a unique perspective on storytelling that spans multiple mediums.
Throughout her career, Emma has worked in numerous capacities across the entertainment industry. She is a seasoned actor, director, and producer with a wealth of experience in film and television, as well as live performance. Her fearless approach to each project—often resulting in her playful nickname “Clumsy” for her willingness to embrace any challenge—has made her a respected and valued collaborator.
Emma’s experience also extends to education, where she takes pride in mentoring the next generation of performers. As a young mother, she brings a nurturing and supportive approach to teaching, inspiring students to develop technical skills and creative confidence. Her teaching style is rooted in practical, hands-on experience, with a focus on empowering students to explore and express their unique artistic voices.
Outside of her professional life, Emma enjoys music, dance, and spending quality time by the beach with her two children, Ocean and Everest. These moments of joy and creativity often serve as inspiration for her work.
Join Emma and Goat Track Theatre as we push the boundaries of performance and storytelling, blending the worlds of theatre and film to create dynamic, compelling experiences for audiences everywhere.
IMOGEN WRIGHT
TEACHER ARTIST
Meet Imogen, the dynamo of all things performance! From the tender age of four, Imogen was already stealing the spotlight and wowing audiences with her mesmerising talents. Dance, drama, and singing became her life's rhythm, and she danced her way into hearts across the globe. From the Australian Ballet to dancing at the Sydney Opera House, the stage was her canvas, and she painted masterpieces with her every move.
But the magic didn't stop there! Imogen and her theatre troupe were no strangers to victory, as they rocked the Sydney Theatre Festival Fast and Fresh, clinching the top spot and even earning an encore performance at the adult-oriented Short and Sweet festival, where they once again triumphed.
Insert plot twist, Imogen pirouetted her way to a Certificate IV and Advanced Diploma in Elite Performance in Classical Ballet at the prestigious National College of Dance. At 17, the city lights of New York beckoned, and after a dazzling audition, she pirouetted her way into the Joffrey Ballet School.
Imogen then rekindled her passion for acting and moved to University of Wollongong to study Performance. Beneath that spotlight-hungry exterior lies a heart of gold. Imogen is the embodiment of effervescence, a bundle of energy that radiates warmth and friendliness. With a heart that beats for teaching, she's a natural with kids and a true source of inspiration.
IMOGEN JOPPICH
TEACHER ARTIST
As an only child, Imo was creating and living in imaginary worlds from a young age! However, Imo knows first hand it can be quite scary to take that imagination and perform it in front of someone else. It was only through becoming involved in Speech and Drama lessons that Imo's confidence to express themselves flourished! Not looking back they achieved their Associate Diploma in Speech and Drama teaching in 2018 and have been teaching drama ever since.
Imo's greatest passion is helping other young people find their own confidence and joy through drama, whilst stretching those who want to start their career. They are ecstatic to be able to bring the Goat Track Programs to kids all across the Sunshine Coast!
While they've always done drama, Imo also has a past life as a cowboy and worked professionally with horses! They can still be found on days off playing with their horse Daisy or in the garden on the property.
ZIAH HARVEY
TEACHER ARTIST
Meet Ziah Harvey, a passionate and driven Teacher Artist at Goat Track Theatre. Teaching has always been one of Ziah's soul goals, a passion she discovered at just 14, when she began developing her natural leadership qualities by mentoring younger students. Over the past six years, Ziah has taught at many performing arts schools and guided students through her own teaching initiatives, embracing the opportunity to nurture and inspire students of diverse backgrounds, from ages 4 to 18.
Ziah is also a versatile performer with a talent for singing, songwriting, dancing, and acting, captivating audiences across all genres. Her stage experience includes standout roles like the Wicked Witch in The Wizard of Oz (2020) and Rizzo in Grease (2021), as well as her professional debut in Priscilla Queen of the Desert (2021), where she made a lasting impact.
Ziah is currently studying a double degree, Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Secondary Education, at the University of the Sunshine Coast while also pursuing the development of her own music career. With her passion, experience, and commitment to growth, Ziah is set to be a valuable team member at Goat Track Theatre, contributing both as an artist and educator.
monique rabie
TEACHER ARTIST
South Africa, New Zealand, Australia. You name it, she’s probably lived there. Monique has a passion for arts and culture and loves learning about the culture of the place she is currently living in. Monique also has a secret super power! She is bilingual speaking both English and Afrikaans.
Monique started out as a Ballerina from the young age of 3 and slowly started focusing more and more on Theatre. She still attends Ballet classes regularly just for the pure joy of it but her bread and butter is Theatre. She eventually found herself at a Drama School in Auckland where she obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Performing for Stage and Screen, before jetting off to Australia where she found the wonderful land of Goat Track Theatre!
She started her Teaching journey as a Learn to Swim Instructor (a very random job, but ultimately it lead to a new-found love of inspiring kids and helping them grow their minds and skills).
When Monique is not busy inspiring young minds at Goat Track Theatre, you may find her listening to French music whilst eating cheese by the kilogram. Perhaps you may find her playing video games, or even reading a heart-wrenching novel on her Kindle.
Awards
Throughout the last 10 years Goat Track Theatre has been in operation, the company and its team have been the recipient of numerous cultural and business awards.
Headquarters
Goat Track Theatre’s home and HQ is situated on top of the scenic Tamborine Mountain and contains a number of office spaces, a foyer and theatrette - an intimate theatre space which is beautifully equipped for meetings, workshops, classes, small theatre shows and intimate live music events.
Our theatre is located in The Basement of The Vonda Youngman Community Centre on 2 Knoll Rd, North Tamborine and backs onto the picturesque Geissman Oval. The space is equipped with sound, lighting, data projection facilities, and Wi-Fi.
Campuses
Goat Track Theatre runs regular drama and acting classes out of multiple venues and host online drama classes across the world every week.
Gold Coast & Scenic Rim Campuses
Tugun
Progress Hall
434 Golden Four Drive, Tugun QLD
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY
Upper Coomera
Space
90 Reserve Road, Upper Coomera
THURSDAY
Helensvale
Cultural Centre
Sir John Overall Drive & Lindfield Road, Helensvale
MONDAY, TUESDAY & THURSDAY
Robina
Community Centre
196 Robina Town Centre Dr, Robina
MONDAY & FRIDAY
Vonda Youngman
Community Centre
2 Knoll Road, North Tamborine
WEDNESDAY
Mudgeeraba
Community Centre
Firth Park, Somerset Drive, Mudgeeraba
TUESDAY
Sunshine Coast Campuses
Maleny
Community Centre
Maple Street, Maleny
MONDAY
Coolum
Civic Centre
2-4 Park St, Coolum Beach
TUESDAY
BARINGA
Community Centre
20 Edwards Tce, Baringa
THURSDAY
Kawana
Community Hall
30 Nanyima St, Buddina
WEDNESDAY
North Shore
Community Centre
701 David Low Way, Mudjimba
THURSDAY & FRIDAY
Brisbane Campuses
Grange
Community Hall
185 Wilston Road, Newmarket
MONDAY
Northgate
Hall
71 Scott Street, Northgate
TUESDAY
Bracken Ridge
Hall
77 Bracken Street, Bracken Ridge
FRIDAY
Moorooka
Arcana
46 Evescham Street, Moorooka
MONDAY
Rochedale
Community Hall
48 Farmers Street, Rochedale
WEDNESDAY
