Performing Arts Lessons in Dayton, MN. It's your time.

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I'm a teacher, director and all-around guide for actors who want to go out and audition for roles. I provide guidance to seasoned actors by helping them fine-tune both their audition technique and the monologues they choose perform. I lend that critical "outside eye" to help them become aware of what they're actually doing in their piece(s) (details of which they may be unaware); to guide them towards their strengths as an actor (which could be very different than how they think they should be approaching/performing a piece); and to aid them in shaping the monologue into a complete, engaging, performance piece.

For beginners, I introduce them to the basics of good audition/acting technique; help guide them towards monologues that are not only appropriate, but strong choices for them individually; and as with my veteran students, help them shape their pieces into strong, entertaining, 1-2 minute works of theater that underscore the strengths they bring to the table as an actor.

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Are you preparing for an audition for a choir? Are you a choir member in need of supplemental help with repertoire? One-on-one choir coaching might be for you. Choir lessons will cover vocal health and technique, reading your music effectively, and learning to blend in different vocal contexts.

I have been teaching acting and miming since 2001 in academy settings. Some of my favorite roles have included: Witch "Into the Woods", Hannah Pitt "Angels in America", Renee Pelagie "Quills". I am also a director and have directed plays, musicals and operas. Some favorite directing projects have included: Angels in America parts 1 and 2, The Laramie Project, and Bent.

I can help you with acting technique, as well as role preparationand healthy vocal technique.

I not only am seen as a teacher, but as a mentor as well. The one-on-one relationship that is built between my students and I is priority. I want my students to know that it is 100% okay to try something new and play with it, therefore, I provide a safe and encouraging environment.

It is important to me that my students get the most out of their training. I am a trained and working actor with a BFA in acting for both stage and screen. So whichever you are looking to train in, I can coach you in one or both areas.

Experience: I have directed and stage managed plays and musicals, have had previous experience teaching acting classes, and have been a camp counselor for youth acting camps.

I promise we will have a fun time while working hard!

I was originally trained in ballet and I have since then trained in ballet pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary, and hip hop. I’m also a BFA Musical Theatre Major where I have continued to train in all areas of dance. I’m also a dance teacher at a company called Show on the Road. And I’d love to expand my knowledge and experience with more students.