TALIN HARBIDYAN is a professional dancer, instructor, and choreographer. She graduated from the Urdang Academy of Performing Arts in London with a major in Dance and Musical Theatre. Talin has taught dance to children and adults, and has choreographed for a wide range of events and stage productions across the Middle East. She has also performed in numerous shows and cultural festivals across the Middle East, Europe, and the United States. In addition to her performance and choreography work, Talin is the founder and artistic director of TalinDance, and has been leading the Stardust performing arts program at the Modern Montessori School, where she continues to teach and mentor young dancers, fostering creativity, discipline, and artistic expression.

Wissam Tobeileh began studying violin at the age of seven and joined the National Music Conservatory in Amman at eight, where he trained for over ten years. He continued his musical education in London, receiving an Advanced Certifi cate in Violin in 1997 and a Teaching Diploma in Violin and Music in 1999 from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. With a foundation in classical performance and a distinctive improvisational style, Wissam has performed across regional festivals and cultural events, adding a unique musical presence to each stage. His artistic journey expanded into music production in 2004 specializing in audio, soundtrack, animation, and media production. Alongside his music career, Wissam is also a professional actor, having played several roles in both Jordanian and international fi lm and television productions. For the past decade, he has additionally been dedicated to teaching at the Modern Montessori School, mentoring young musicians, sharing his expertise in violin and performance. Wissam continues to perform, compose, and collaborate across artistic disciplines.

SARA ALAMAD is a dancer, choreographer, and acting instructor based in Amman. She holds a B.A. in Dance and Theatre from the University of Colorado Boulder and has performed, taught, and directed productions both in Jordan and the United States. Sara’s training spans Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, African, Tribal Fusion, Latin, and Ballroom, and she previously toured and competed nationally with the Fred Astaire Dance Company, earning a 1st-place national title in the USA. As both a choreographer and theatre director, Sara trains students in movement, character work, and stage presence, blending dance and acting into a holistic performance approach. Sara is a core member of Stardust Academy and teaches Drama and Dance at the Modern Montessori School, where she works with students on movement, character development, stage presence, and performance confi dence. Her teaching approach blends dance and acting, empowering students to express themselves with creativity, authenticity, and confi dence.

RAMI DELSHAD Rami is a multidisciplinary performing artist with extensive experience in original musical theatre and content creation. He is the head writer and one of the lead actors of the Jordanian comedy sketch show “Bath Bayakha.” He also served as the lead songwriter and composer for the Arabic adaptation of Sesame Street, “Ahlan Simsim,” where he wrote and composed over 100 original songs across seven seasons. In theatre, Rami has performed major musical roles including Javert in Les Misérables and the Genie in Aladdin. He is also the writer and director behind Stardust Academy’s original musicals, including “The Last Olive Tree,” with a new musical, “Rose City,” currently in development. Rami is a core member of the Stardust Academy creative team, where he teaches, writes, and develops original stage productions.

FIRAS FARHOUD is a dynamic musician, audio engineer, and creative force based in Amman, Jordan. With over 25 years of live performance experience, he has built a reputation as a music director, band leader, and mentor to rising talent. Firas is the creative mind behind numerous local musical productions and the driving force of several well-loved bands, bringing vibrant sound, storytelling, and cultural fl air to every stage he touches. At Stardust Academy, Firas serves as the Musical Director and Vocal Coach, where his teaching philosophy blends technique, confi dence-building, and artistic expression. He guides students in discovering their unique voice, developing performance skills, and nurturing their creative identity. His work extends beyond performance and education—Firas also composes original music, writes his own lyrics, and produces his own musical projects. Whether he’s leading a live band, arranging music for a theatre production, recording in the studio, or helping young performers grow, Firas doesn’t just play music—he crafts musical experiences with heart, purpose, and authenticity.

SVITLANA KUZMINA is a highly experienced vocal and piano instructor with over 30 years of teaching and performance experience in universities and music institutions across Jordan and abroad. She has trained and mentored many successful professional singers and pianists and has performed in major concert halls and opera productions internationally. Svitlana is also a certifi ed examiner in piano and voice. At Stardust Academy, Ms. Svitlana continues to guide students in developing vocal technique, musicality, and artistic expression, bringing depth, discipline, and passion to every lesson

EKATRINA LYUKSHINA is a certifi ed dance teacher and choreographer with over 15 years of professional experience in Jordan. She teaches both classical and folk dance, working with children as young as three years old as well as adult students. Through her teaching, she shares her deep passion for the art of dance and stage performance. She organized and directed several concert events at the club where she works, and she also leads her own dance group. Under her direction, the group has performed for three consecutive years at the Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts. Ms. Ekatrina is the ballet teacher at Stardust Academy, where she continues to inspire and guide dancers in their artistic growth.

YOUSEF SHUWAYHAT is a dedicated theatre educator, actor, and director based in Amman, Jordan, with over 20 years of experience teaching Drama to children and adults. He holds a BA in Theatre from the University of Coventry and later trained as a Shakespearean actor at the prestigious LAMDA conservatoire in London. Yousef has taught generations of students across Jordan, including a 15-year tenure at the Amman Baccalaureate School, where he also served in several leadership roles, most recently as Deputy Head of Middle School for six years. At Stardust Academy, Yousef teaches the Triple Threat program, guiding students in developing their skills across acting, singing, and movement, while nurturing confidence, discipline, and stage presence. Alongside his work in education, Yousef is a passionate performer and director with extensive credits across film, television, theatre, and narration. His professional directing work includes the Dozan Wa Awtar Choir’s Winter Concert (2015), the Amman Opera Festival’s production of La Bohème (2018), and the acclaimed local musical The Diaries of Hind and Adi – Part 2 (2019). He has recently launched a Community Theatre Project aimed at providing a creative space for adults in Amman to explore and practice theatre. With two decades of experience directing student productions, Yousef is deeply committed to crafting meaningful, educational, and engaging theatrical experiences that inspire both performers and audiences.