Natasha “Tashi” Hanina is a British writer, producer and performer of a Children’s web series based in New York. In addition, her robust education with the acting and the arts, she was acclaimed as one of the bests in the industry.
Tashi Non-Stop features a vast collection of colorful and original characters. What makes Tashi Non-Stop so appealing are her entertaining old fashioned values which come to life on her Youtube channel. She was born to entertain, thus, possessing over the top approach to learning with comedic flair and style.
Tashi absolutely stimulates a child’s imagination with her zany creative approach. She is magical, she is whimsical. She is what teaching is all about. Tashi received a BA from Sarah Lawrence College and holds a Masters degree in Art Education from Columbia University.
As the creator and star of Tashi Non-Stop, a beloved sketch comedy web series, she is loved by her audience and peers for bringing to life her vibrant and diverse characters. With a focus on education and entertainment, you will surely get engaged and amazed by each of her episode which presents a variety of engaging themes that are sure to captivate children of all ages.
Natasha has received critical acclaim as a result of her lead performance in the popular web series “The British Jew With the Loose Screw” and her starring role in the short film “Eggxpecting,” which therefore has earned her a loyal denomination following. She is also an accomplished stand-up comedian who has performed at some of New York’s most renowned clubs, such as Caroline’s on Broadway, The Gotham Comedy Club, Stand Up NY, and Don’t Tell Mama.
As a teenager, Tashi studied dance at the prestigious Sylvia Young Theater School in London, England. She continued her education at The British American Drama Academy in Oxford, England, where she studied Improv, Shakespeare, and Chekhov.
Because of her artistic abilities, Tashi had the opportunity to travel and perform in the La MaMa Umbria International Workshop Series in Italy. For an instance, she was fortunate to study under legendary theatre directors Tom O’Horgan and Andrei Serban
After landing in the States, because of her outstanding profile and having apprenticed at The Berkshire Theatre Festival, Tashi was given the opportunity to perform and teach children’s Improv at Thunder Bay Theater in Michigan, followed by with teaching positions at Columbus Pre-School and Metropolitan Montessori School located on Manhattan’s tony Upper West Side.
Above all, when Natasha is not performing, she enjoys traveling, reading, spending time with friends and family, and anything that contains glitter.
Possessing a natural love for people, paired with an extensive background as a professional performer and teacher. Natasha founded Tashi Non-Stop to create imaginative comedic videos that strike a balance between learning and entertainment.
Building on her passion for storytelling, Natasha brought her creativity to the page with Snoodles on the Loose, an interactive, multi-sensory picture book that encourages children to embrace their imagination. Inspired by her experiences as an educator and performer, the book blends humor, adventure, and an important message about balancing screen time with real-life creativity. Recognized as a finalist for the International 2024 Children’s Book of the Year, Snoodles on the Loose continues to inspire young readers and educators alike.
Natasha believes that storytelling is a powerful tool to spark creativity, curiosity, and laughter in children. She is driven by the joy of seeing kids immerse themselves in imaginative play, just as she did growing up. Through her books and videos, she hopes to bring back the magic of childhood—one story at a time.
– Author, Creator, and the Imagination Behind Tashi Non-Stop
Natasha “Tashi” Hanina is the creative force behind the praised Tashi Non-Stop YouTube channel, where laughter and learning collide. With a Master’s in Art Education from Columbia University and a background in teaching art to Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students, Tashi combines her experience as an educator with her work as a performer in sketch comedy, stand-up comedy, and improvisation.
Tashi’s unique blend of humor, creativity, and heart inspires children to explore their imaginations and embrace the joys of learning. Her storytelling combines puppetry, moving graphics, and live characters to make education an adventure.
When she’s not writing, Tashi is a travel-loving, theater going, art-gazing, comedy-craving tornado of enthusiasm. She lives in New York City.