Meet the Team
Elevate your Talent, confidence, and creativity
At Performance Studios, every element is designed to unlock your full potential — in your art, your presence, and your purpose.
Principal Coaches
We offer a rare blend of real-world experience, deep insight, top-tier training, and unshakable resilience. Our mission? To empower you to FEEL, EXPRESS, and BECOME your best — not just in your craft, but in every area of life.
This is more than coaching. It’s where transformation happens. This is where you belong. Welcome to the next level.
Lisa Lockland-Bell
Founder | CEO | Creative Director | Principal Vocal Coach
Lisa Lockland-Bell
Lisa Lockland-Bell is a dynamic force in the world of coaching singers, actors, voice-over artists, and vocal artists, offering a transformative experience that goes beyond the realms of traditional vocal training. With her extensive background as a world-class opera singer and her own journey of overcoming adversity, Lisa brings a unique blend of expertise and empathy to her coaching practice.
As the Founder, CEO, Creative Director, and Principal Vocal Coach of Australia's Performance Studios, Lisa is dedicated to helping her clients unleash the full potential of their voices. Whether you're a singer aiming for vocal excellence, an actor seeking to expand your range and versatility, or a voice-over artist striving for authenticity and impact, Lisa's coaching empowers you to break free from limitations and embrace limitless possibilities.
Through her holistic approach, Lisa goes beyond technical proficiency to address the mind-body connection, spiritual alignment, and personal empowerment. She understands that true vocal freedom comes from within and works tirelessly to guide her clients toward a deeper understanding of their voice and its potential.
With Lisa as your coach, you'll not only develop greater flexibility and control in your singing voice but also gain confidence and authenticity in your everyday voice. Her coaching style is characterised by heartfelt leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to helping you tap into your true voice and express yourself with clarity and conviction.
Whether you're stepping onto the stage, recording in the studio, or delivering a powerful message, Lisa Lockland-Bell equips you with the tools and mindset to thrive in any situation. With her guidance, you'll discover a newfound sense of freedom and flexibility in your voice, opening up a world of limitless choices and possibilities.
To learn more about Lisa go to www.lisalockland-bell.com
Stewart Fleming
Master Coach | Managing Director
Stewart Fleming
Our MD has walked the walk having personally founded over 30 businesses and a coaching roster that stretches into hundreds of executives and business owners around the world.
In 2015, Stewart founded Coaching Life magazine, which quickly became a National and then International publication. As Editor-in-Chief, he has interviewed hundreds of the worlds best coaches for insights into elite human performance.
For the few that get to experience Stewart's unique Business or Leadership programs, you quickly identify the next step in your success journey. Find the short-cuts that will work for you and create a more successful and sustainable business. With the tools Stewart provides, you will soon navigate any challenges with confidence.
Enter a space without judgement in the confidence that you are working with a master.
Performance Studios is the culmination of years of coaching experience and connections. PS has been purpose built to provide a home capable of combining every area of coaching from Life to Executive, from Singing to Business. If you want to truly explore your personal potential, come and meet the team at Performance Studios.
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Core Performance Team
We take pride in curating a vibrant, high-performing team aligned with our core culture, values, and beliefs. Each member is hand-selected to embody the essence of what makes Performance Studios special.
Our unique “VIBE” fosters an environment where everyone feels welcome, included, and, most importantly, safe — a space where creativity flourishes, and you’re empowered to thrive.
Beth Foad
Associate Vocal Coach | Studio Manager
Beth Foad
From a very early age, Beth has been what can only be described as a thriving performer, with her passion for the stage beginning through dance and blossoming through music. With experience in Jazz, Folk, Theatre, Pop, and many other Contemporary styles, Beth is an extremely versatile artist.
As a two-time graduate of the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, Beth has spent the last decade honing her skills under the mentorship of Australia’s finest Vocalists, Dr Irene Bartlett, our very own Dave Spicer, Kristin Berardi and Elly Hoyt. Beth has performed in venues all over Queensland including Suncorp Stadium, Fortitude Music Hall, Doobop Jazz Bar, QPAC’s Green Jam, the Brisbane Jazz Club, Studio 188, as well as private events.
Beth has been involved in a number of vocal and instrumental ensembles over the years, most recently joining the Queensland Youth Orchestra Big Band on their tours of Far North Queensland, as well as their Annual Swing Dance nights and Disney Concert. Beth has a fierce passion for Vocal Pedagogy and has completed her Master of Music Studies Specialising in Vocal Pedagogy.
Laine Loxlea-Dannan
Piano | Guitar | Music Theory Teacher
Laine Loxlea-Dannan
Dave Spicer
Contemporary Vocal | Instrumental Specialist
Dave Spicer
Dave Spicer is an award winning pianist and vocalist with hundreds of recordings, television appearances, touring, radio and festival appearances to credit. In addition to being a finalist in the Australian National Jazz Awards - Australia’s most prestigious award he is also very active within the contemporary music scene in Australia and shares an equal love for performing and educating.
Music has taken Dave all around the globe and he is on call to play (and has played) with many of Australia’s leading artists. He has written for MGM, Warner Music and his commissioned works have been performed by small groups up to orchestras. His recorded music has been streamed millions of times and at times placed no1 on different charts.
As an Educator Dave has been teaching at Queensland Conservatorium of Music - Griffith University for the past 15 years. He has achieved double Masters degrees and his past students include Dami Im, Lenny Henry, Megan Washington, Tim Maddren (Hi-5), Elly Hoyt to name a few. He has delivered online lessons to 40,000 subscribers.
Dave is an official Kawai artist and plays Kawai instruments.
Where Passion meets Performance
Productions Creative | Community
Performance Studios' productions are at the core of who we are. From dynamic live performances to high-profile corporate events and major fundraisers, we infuse every production with creativity, expertise, and passion.
Pathways performance | Development
Performance Studios’ vocal pathways are designed to help students of all ages build confidence as performers. Our tailored programs focus on individual growth and artistic expression, nurturing each unique voice.
Programs Corporate | Empowerment
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