DEBI GREGAN
PIANO, VOCAL, PERFORMANCE
My name is Debi Lupton Gregan, owner and director of Lupton Street Studios. Teaching music to students of every imaginable age, level and ability is serious business, and it’s what I do for fun! I began teaching around age 17 while working on my Grade 9 Royal Conservatory Exam. In 1993, I moved to Jarvis and opened my home studio, where I have been teaching ever since. In June 2017, I opened the commercial studio space in Main St. , where we offer all sorts of music programs. My students love their lessons, and I absolutely LOVE to teach them! Creativity, motivation, inspiration, compassion, patience, and kindness, are all things you can count on at your lessons.
ROBERT CICCOTELLI
MUSICAL THEATRE, TEENS / ADULTS
Robert Ciccotelli has been a professional director, playwright, drama educator and photographer for over 35 years. His productions have performed in England, Italy, New York City, Los Angeles, the Stratford Festival, the Winter Garden Theatre and throughout the GTA. His plays are performed regularly throughout North America. His productions have garnered numerous awards, both provincially and internationally, including representing Canada twice at the International Thespian Festival in Lincoln, Nebraska. In 2009, the Ontario College of Teachers designated him as a “Remarkable Teacher.” In 2010, he was awarded “Arts Teacher of the Year” by the City of Brampton. His work and career have been reported on and documented by CBC TV, CBC Radio, CTV, the Toronto Star, CityPulse 24, CFRB 1010, and numerous other media outlets.
SELEAH DE VRIES
PIANO
Hi! My name is Seleah and teaching at Lupton Street Studios is something I really love. I have been playing piano for around 11 years, and it is one of my absolute favorite things to do! I am currently in Grade 8 RCM, and hope to do my Grade 8 exam in the near future. I really enjoy teaching my students and helping them see the joy that music can bring!
MELANIE GAUTHIER
“CURIOUS KIDS PROGRAM COORDINATOR”, DRAMA, PIANO, VOCAL, ART
My name is Melanie and I am the “Crazy Cat Lady”. My passions in life are creativity and the arts, and sharing that passion with others. I received my Grade 10 RCM in piano many years ago. After working in a school setting for 20 years as a social and cultural activity organizer, I am so looking forward to putting all of this experience to good use. I will help you explore your creative side through music, drama, arts, and so much more. My belief is that playing is learning, and learning is playing, so let’s have fun and grow together!
ADAM LIEFL
GUITAR, UKULELE, GROUP JAMS
Hey hey! I’m Adam, a professional radio & TV host, voiceover artist, actor, MC, musician and songwriter. The art of performance – for work or fun – is what lights me up. The only thing greater is opening up the door for others to unleash their inner performer! Along with my media career, I began teaching guitar casually when I was in college and later carried it into my own part-time business. I also write songs, perform solo and in a super hip band called The Shrubberies. As an actor, I’ve performed at Lighthouse Theatre, Simcoe Little Theatre, and co-wrote/performed an outdoor walking theatre production called “The Witch Doctor of Walsingham.” I’ve also been on film in the comedy shorts “The Rebeccas” and the TVO Documentary “A Desert Between Us & Them.” And I was the quiet kid growing up. Everyone has a little performer in them!
TRAVIS LLOYD
CURIOUS PROGRAMS, DRAMA, MUSICAL THEATRE, MINI MUSICIANS, PRESCHOOL MUSIC, SOCIAL MEDIA
Hello there! My name is Travis Lloyd, and I’m so excited to be a part of the Lupton Street Studios team! I’m a graduate of Fanshawe College’s, Theatre Arts Performance Program, which has grown my love for drama, music, and everything artsy. I’ve been in a number of productions such as, Spring Awakening, Byrthrite, and William Shakespeare’s, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. I’ve also dabbled in the world of Comedy, by studying Clown, Improv, Sketch, and performing at Toronto’s highly regarded Comedy Club, Yuk Yuk’s.
Back in 2018, I had the chance to work in Florida at Walt Disney World as a Cultural Representative, where I met thousands of people from all around the world. I’m so excited to get to learn and grow with kids, adults, really, everyone of all ages while working with Lupton Street Studios!
TOM MCCONNELL
GUITAR
Hi there, I’m Tom McConnell and I’m happy to be joining the Lupton Street Music team. I have been playing guitar for more than 12 years. My background is classical guitar, but I’m mostly experienced in rock and heavy metal. I’m excited to pass on my knowledge to others and help students achieve their music goals!
LINDA MARIE
YOGA, YES 1-2, RYT 200
Linda has a laid back, non-conforming approach to teaching. The classes are filled with love, light and laughter; this makes the class fun and you leave feeling cheerful and accomplished. She holds disciplined, yet fun kids classes, incorporating body awareness through breath and meditation with some energetic team building exercises to keep the class entertaining for the little ones!
I received my training at East to West Yoga in Toronto completing 350 hours, including YES 1 and 2 (Yoga Exercise Specialist) certification. Strength, balance and breath will free your mind of any burdens you may have, its hard to think of anything when you’re trying to keep yourself from falling over!
HEATHER PIETTE
PIANO
Hello! My name is Heather Piette and I am very excited to be starting a seniors program here at Lupton Street Studios! I am a Recreation Therapist who studied Gerontology and Music at McMaster University. I am experienced in planning and facilitating programs geared for the senior population and enjoy sharing my skills and talents with the community. I have a variety of interests such as playing flute, piano, and guitar, visual arts and crafts, dance, creative writing, and so much more.
ROBBIN PULVER-ANDREWS
ACRYLIC, ENCAUSTIC, MIXED MEDIA ARTS, CURIOUS PROGRAMS
In 2008, after recovering from a serious spinal injury, I returned to my passion for art, and started painting. I am a graduate from Sheridan College – Classical Animation Program. I am self taught in acrylics and soft pastels, and I work in encaustic mixed media as well. I have been teaching these creative art forms at the Art Gallery of Burlington, Capitol Arts Market, Artists Workshop, and in my home studio. I have also participated in several art shows and studio tours in the area.
I am part of an amazing group of artists that share a gallery space, Capitol Arts Market, in downtown Simcoe. I am looking forward to many more years of painting and creating, teaching and learning, and finding inspiration everywhere I go.
HAYLEY ZANDSTRA
PIANO, CURIOUS KIDS
Hey there! My name is Hayley Zandstra and I have been a part of the Lupton Street team since 2019. I have played piano since I was 6 years old and decided it is something that I absolutely love and something that I want to pursue a career in. I am currently working towards my Grade 8 RCM exam and I am going to be attending Mohawk College for Applied Music. I’m so excited to learn more and apply it in my teaching career! I look forward to continuing teaching children of all ages different skills in piano and music and to help them achieve their own personal goals!