Soul Soap Studio (est. 2020) is a premier Hong Kong-based sculpted soap workshop. With 500+ certified instructors trained and 200+ parent-child workshops held, we specialize in functional yet artistic soaps, guided by Japan & Korea-certified experts.

Kim is a professional dancer, educator and choreographer from San Francisco,
California. Over more than a decade, she has dedicated her life in Hong Kong to a
career in youth and special needs education, mainly teaching in schools and non-profit
organisations. Kim specialises in jazz, commercial hip hop, tap and traditional West
African dance styles, and often choreographs for community performances. At the end of
this year, you can see her choreography on stage at Beauty & the Beast: The Panto!

Baumhaus is a pioneering company in Hong Kong, seamlessly blending high-quality facilities with internationally acclaimed music programmes to create a hub for creative child development and community engagement. Baumhaus’ family-oriented philosophy and community-centred approach have been embraced by both local and expatriate families. Their “Kindermusik by Baumhaus” programme is ranked #1 in Hong Kong and one of the top programmes in the world by Kindermusik International.

Carol Cheung is Director of Music For Life, a organisation that provides music therapy services, music education, and music entertainment. Ms Cheung is a registered music therapist as well as a professional singer. Music For Life is dedicated to utilising the powerful medium of music to enhance the lives of its clients through therapeutic, educational, and entertainment-based programmes.

Stuart Rankin is an award-winning book designer/editor, and award-winning filmmaker/scriptwriter. Stuart’s work has been seen in cinemas and on TV outlets BBC, CNN, TCM, Cartoon Network, TVB, Al Jazeera, Bloomberg, Nat Geo, and NFB. Violinist Aniela Emma Chaudhuri is the award-winning author of "The Accidental Orchestra" and "Picnic Pandaemonium", from "The Dundercats" storybook series. She creates music education materials for everyone’s enjoyment, and to support the work of music charities around the world.

Desiree is an experienced yoga teacher. She teaches Hatha, Vinyasa, Aerial, Pilates and cardio classes at a studio in Sai Ying Pun. She has taught yoga at KPMG, W Hotel, Snap Fitness, and HKU’s B-Active Program.
“Desiree is an amazing teacher, really adapting to your pace, giving you precious advice and fully attentive, really recommend her classes”
“Desiree is one of my favourite teachers! She’s so patient and full of soothing energy. Highly recommended!”
“Desiree is very gentle and attentive. She was cautious about your posture and helped everyone adjust to the right position!”

Desiree is a performing artist and instructor with over 20 years of experience. She currently teaches dance and drama programmes throughout Hong Kong.
Desiree currently teaches K-pop, musical theatre, hip hop and jazz dance.
Desiree has worked on numerous youth arts projects with the Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and Faust International Youth Theatre.



In schools, Desiree has led programmes at schools like Malvern College and Hong Kong Academy. She has judged dance competitions at KGV School and Shatin College.

Wendy gathered a group of vibrant and enthusiastic young artists who share a common passion for music. Their collective background spans a wide range of professional and amateur music productions and concerts. Some have graduated from Education University of Hong Kong major in music, while others trained overseas. Their love for music and performing has brought them together, and they are thrilled to showcase their talent and dedication at the upcoming performance.

Creative Collab are experts in creative education, training, productions, events, and entertainment. This summer as part of the FringeYouth Festival, they are offering immersive 3-hour intensive workshops to take young performers on a magical journey through the enchanting world of musical theatre. Discover the timeless hits of Disney, the iconic songs of Broadway, and the dazzling movie musicals that have captured our hearts. Through a dynamic blend of drama games, singing, and dancing, children will develop essential performance skills and gain confidence on stage. Open class performances on stage after each workshop!

Gabriella So (Producer/Director/Writer) is a Hong Kong-born theatre artist and founder of Diverse City Studio. A summa cum laude graduate of UCLA, she creates globally inspired, inclusive works with award-nominated productions across Hong Kong, New York, Edinburgh, and Taipei.
Ho Ming Yan (Co-Director/Choreographer) graduated from The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, majoring in Contemporary Dance and Choreography. Active in theatre, arts education, and community arts, she brings movement-based storytelling to the stage. Together, they led Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School’s drama club in devising this work.  

Anisha Thai is a Vietnamese-Comorian artist born and raised in Paris, now based in Hong Kong. She has showcased her versatility through dance and lifestyle content on social media and collaborated with globally renowned brands such as Apple, Fenty Beauty, Tommy Hilfiger, and the NBA.
Anisha is the founder of Mixies Academy, an inclusive and fun dance school offering beginner-friendly Afro dance classes in styles like Amapiano, Azonto, Ndombolo, Afrohouse, and more. Mixies Academy is dedicated to creating a welcoming space where everyone can express themselves, learn new moves, and celebrate cultural diversity through dance.

Lyris is an artist and educator who believes in creating playful, student-centered learning experiences that cultivate empathetic and independent individuals. At Harvard Graduate School of Education (Arts & Learning), she navigated perfectionism to rebuild her relationship with creativity. Lyris brings extensive experience as a teaching artist in Boston Public Schools and a learning designer for engaging experiences with institutions like the Kalmar Museum and Harvard University. She empowers young individuals to confidently tinker, create, and learn from the chaotic but joyous process of creation.

Satur Tiamson is a multi-award-winning musician who was hailed by Time Out Magazine Hong Kong as one of the Top 20 musicians in 2008. He teaches drums at various schools, including Harrow International School, DBIS, The ISF Academy, and more. Satur is a seasoned musician who has performed with the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong, the Asian Youth Orchestra, the Hong Kong Metropolitan Pop Orchestra, the HK Disneyland Band, and in numerous musicals at HKAPA, HKUST, The Hong Kong Singers, among others. He is an endorsed artist for Zildjian, Toca, Prologix, Grover Pro, and Innovative Percussion.

At Funny Matters, we believe that humor is essential for a holistic
well-being and meaningful connection.
Our mission is to foster well-being by integrating comedy and
laughter into everyday experiences.
We provide a platform for individuals and organizations to explore
the transformative power of humor.
Through education, performances, and community engagement,
we aim to create a supportive environment where laughter thrives.

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