teachers

Mr Justin is a painter, filmmaker, and actor, originally from Houston, Texas. He is a graduate of Cornell College and The High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. He is most notable for his work with Gallery Dept, Converse x Miley, and numerous film & TV spots. You can catch him oil painting outside on most sunny days. He is extremely excited to be working with LoveBug & Me, helping to create long-lasting memories for parents and their little lovebugs.

Lindsay Shiner is an actor, singer and songwriter born and raised in Westchester, New York. She moved to Los Angeles after graduating with her BFA in acting at Baldwin Wallace University’s BFA acting program. She has performed in various plays around Cleveland and New York City. When she’s not teaching at LoveBug, she enjoys cooking, exploring vintage shops, and playing with her dog, Albus.

Avani Hamilton is an actor, singer, and dancer, originally from San Francisco. She is a graduate of Baldwin Wallace University, where she studied acting and voice. Her passion for the performing arts began at a young age with musical theatre, and eventually led to various Film and TV projects. Getting to teach other children to love creativity is so special to her. Avani also enjoys cooking, traveling with family, and boba!

Mr Andy, Magical Music Educator

Andy Chess is a songwriter and audio engineer born in Richmond, Virginia. Beginning with violin as a toddler, he’s been playing music for over 20 years, now enjoying singing, guitar, and piano. He has a Bachelors of Music Technology from the University of Vermont, and is finishing a Songwriting and Production Certificate from Berklee College of Music. In addition to songwriting for other artists, Andy has written for podcasts, film, and the Vermont PBS children’s show “Mr. Chris and Friends.” He is excited to share the passion and excitement for music with LoveBug kids and parents! CPR Certified

Mr Andy is bilingual in English & Spanish.

“Our son had such an incredible time in his music and sensory art class this past spring season that we decided to have his music instructor (Mr Andy) and lovebug come to his 2nd birthday party. it was a blast! everyone said it was the highlight of the party. Even the adults had a great time during the performance. Mr Andy is incredible. 10/10. not only was he amazing at the party but every class was on point. and my son keeps asking to go to art and music class again so definitely going to sign him up for the next season! And several parents at the party said they will be signing their kids up too!” – Dima B. (5 Star Yelp Review)

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Josie Hull is an actor, singer and dancer who grew up here in Los Angeles. She studied art while teaching musical theatre and dance to young children. She’s been acting in the film and TV industry, but theatre and music hold a special place in her heart.  Whether it be face painting, singing, playing guitar, teaching art/sensory class, or even math tutoring, Josie loves bringing the joy of learning to children!

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Toby Rose (they/them) grew up in a small town in Wisconsin and has always been musically inclined, singing in the school choir as soon as they were old enough and doing musicals in the summer every year. They started playing ukulele in high school, attending open mic nights at the local cafe. Toby moved to LA to pursue acting in 2018, and graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy with a BFA in musical theatre. As a small child, Toby found joy in music and dancing with their favorite teachers, and it is an honor and a privilege to pass on that joy to the next generation.

Armie is a singer, actor, and songwriter from Las Vegas. She moved to sunny Los Angeles back in 2017 to attend the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, where she earned her BFA in Music Theatre. Since graduating, Armie has found herself performing in local theaters, appearing in the background of Dhar Mann videos, performing as a princess at birthday parties, and working on her own music! Being the eldest daughter of four, Armie was blessed to be able to help take care of her younger siblings. And now she is overjoyed to be joining the LoveBug & Me team to share her love for music, art, and yoga with all these little lovebugs!