Meet Our Performing Arts Faculty & Instructors

Professional vocalist, arranger, actor, writer & producer.

Holds a degree in Music and Business from California Baptist University. As a musical theater performer she has shared the stage with Broadway's brightest; as a studio singer she has worked with Grammy Award–winning producers. Co-wrote the musical Star of Persia and has produced over 100 productions for stage, including directing a 5,000-voice children's choir at the Rose Bowl. Proud member of NATS.

Accomplished industry writer, director, producer & actor.

Active in entertainment for over 50 years. After a year in Vietnam with the Marine Corps, he returned to earn a degree in Psychology, teaching high school theater and working with special-needs youth. Wrote the plays Nathan and Of Shadows Lost, directed Grease in Hollywood in 1983, and has directed hundreds of plays and musicals over 40+ years.

Actress, choreographer, instructor & composer.

Oversees the overall quality of the Ovation Program, identifying growing youth trends and adjusting programming so students keep progressing. Began piano at age 6 and became a professional accompanist by age 9. Focuses on musical theatre, acting, film and music composition.