Meet The Team
Jessica Clough
Jessica Clough has a Bachelor of Arts from Massey University and is an experienced singer, director, screen actor and stage performer.
Jessica has performed in many musicals around the Wellington region including Sister Act (Wellington Musical Theatre), Priscilla Queen of the Desert (Otaki Players Society), Phantom of the Opera (Otaki Players Society), Sound of Music (Porirua Little Theatre) and Little Shop of Horrors (Coasters Musical Theatre).
Jessica works regularly in the industry performing live interactive theatre, filming corporate training videos, and as an extra in film and television. She was also a founding member of local covers group Retro Divas that performed around New Zealand for almost 12 years.
Jessica musically directed a number of cabarets at Coasters Musical Theatre before moving to the role of Director for Xanadu and various Silver Shoe pantomimes. In 2021 she directed Coasters big musical Mary Poppins, held at Te Raukura ki Kapiti.
Petra Rasmussen
Petra Rasmussen is an actor, singer and performer. She holds a Diploma of Applied Arts and Drama from Wellington Performing Arts Centre (now Te Auaha.)
Petra has performed in multiple stage plays and musicals and has been involved in Northland Youth Theatre, National Youth Drama School and the Young and Hungry Season at Bats. Petra previously worked with Anne Keating Actors Agency in Wellington and has a keen eye for spotting talent.
Petra currently supports the Paraparaumu College Drama department with directing students for the Sheila Winn Shakespeare Programme. She previously has led the Soul Squad Programme, an empowerment group for young women.
Petra performs regularly with Coasters Musical Theatre, Silver Shoe Productions, Otaki Players and Kapiti Playhouse as well as in practical e-learning videos. Her most memorable roles were playing the Birdwoman in Coasters Musical Theatre's 'Mary Poppins' and Fran Price in Otaki Player's 'Things I know to be true'.
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Charlotte Kerrigan
Charlotte Kerrigan is a registered teacher, musician, singer, writer and performer. She has a Bachelor of Arts and Diploma of Teaching, and holds Trinity College of London Grade 8 piano and NZMEB Grade 6 singing.
As well as classroom teaching, Charlotte has taught Drama, Band, Kapahaka and Glee Club singing groups.
Charlotte has released 2 original albums, both charting in the NZ top 20. She performs regularly with her blues and soul covers band Bluesette, and was a member of popular covers group Retro Divas for 8 years.
Charlotte has been a regular performer and director at Coasters Musical Theatre, (Director: Little Shop of Horrors, Musical director: Mary Poppins, Xanadu, Performer: Girls Night, Girls Night 2.) She performed in Priscilla Queen of the Desert for Otaki Players Society and Oliver! for Kapiti Playhouse. She was the co-musical director of the Wellington Community Choir for 2 years where she wrote and arranged songs to lead.
Maya Gatling
Maya is a recent graduate from the Musical Theatre course at Te Auaha, Whitireia. She is a seasoned performer and holds a Bachelor of Creativity, (Musical Theatre) and a Diploma of Performing Arts.
Maya has written, directed and produced her own show for the NZ Fringe Festival (The Leftovers). Course tutor Kate Marshall, encouraged and supported Maya in vocal coaching roles in her final two years of study. Her vocal tutors were Matt Mulholland, Craig Beardsworth and Michael Nicholas Williams. Outside of Te Auaha, Maya has been tutored by Erna Ferry (Jazz vocalist) and Ellen Barrett. She’s also worked alongside The Tiwhas, and is currently a backing vocalist for Jade
Merematira.
Maya is an Assistant tutor in the Drama classes at Silver Shoe Performers. Working alongside Petra, she helps to teach drama games by using skills learned at Te Auaha, manage the classes and make sure everyone is having fun. Maya’s vocal coaching styles are Musical Theatre, Jazz, Folk, and Pop. With this experience, Maya can help coach and teach potential students to embrace their strengths and build confidence in performance, stage
presence and vocal abilities.
Micayla Clough
Micayla Clough is an experienced performer with a genuine love for teaching and nurturing young students. Having started her own performing journey at just four years old, Micayla understands what it’s like to grow up in the performing arts and is passionate about creating a safe, encouraging space for students to find their voice. Her focus is on healthy vocal technique, building confidence, and helping students develop strong foundations that support long-term vocal wellbeing.
Micayla has received extensive vocal training in musical theatre and contemporary styles, and studied in Sydney at the prestigious National Institute of Dramatic Arts in 2024. She trained with leading coaches from across Australia including Jennifer Peers for voice and performance through song, and Garth Holcombe for acting. She is continuing her studies this year at Te Auaha working towards a Bachelor of Creativity in Performing Arts.
In 2025, Micayla joined the Silver Shoe team as an Assistant Teacher for both Musical Theatre and Glee. She assists with vocal warm-ups, technique
development, and performance preparation, and is especially passionate about helping students overcome nerves and believe in their abilities.
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