Shauna Shim facts for kids

Shauna Shim (born March 28, 1979) is an actress from England. She was born in the United States but moved to England when she was 10 years old. Shauna has acted in many films, TV shows, and plays. She is well-known for her role as Miss Dimity Drill in the children's TV series The Worst Witch.

Early Life and Training

Shauna Shim was born in Miami, Florida, United States. Her mother is African-American and her father is Chinese. When Shauna was 10 years old, her family moved from the United States to England in 1989.

She grew up in Nottingham, England. Shauna trained at the Carlton Television Workshop. Many other famous actors also trained there, including Samantha Morton and Vicky McClure. Shauna's brother, Andrew Shim, is also an actor. She has said she would love to work with him one day.

Shauna's Acting Career

Shauna Shim has worked a lot in movies, television, and on stage in London's West End. She has acted alongside many well-known actors. Her film work includes different types of movies. She has been in horror films like An American Haunting (2005) and comedies like Big Nothing (2006). She also appeared in independent films such as Dogville (2003).

Shauna has also been in many TV shows. These include the British drama series A Thing Called Love. She was also in the US TV series The Embassy. Kids might know her best as Miss Drill in the children's TV series The Worst Witch, which aired from 2017 to 2020.

Film Roles

Television Roles

Stage Performances

Shauna Shim has also performed in several plays:

• Worker's Writes – Royal Court Theatre
• Cadillac Ranch – Soho Theatre
• Splash Hatch On The E Going Down – Donmar Warehouse Theatre
• Four – Royal Court Theatre