Experience Summary
At 21 years old I am a performer and have 30+ credits of stage, film, radio and television performances. I have been singing and dancing my whole life, studying from world class instructors, such as Mark Yonally, Catherine McDaniel, Kathleen Clawson, Delreen Hafenrichter, Wendy Barker, and others. I have studied music education, theatre, voice and dance at Oklahoma City University as well as the University of New Mexico.
I have several years experience working with children as young as 3 and adults up to 40 in various aspects of dance, music, theatre and film editing. I work for, and helped found, The Growing Stage children's education program in Albuquerque, NM.
Children are an absolute joy to work with, and I believe in respect and having fun!!
Teaching Style
Most of what I do is project-based learning, often culminating in a performance for family and friends. I focus on healthy and above all SAFE ways of utilizing our bodies as our instruments. Emphasis is placed on the enjoyment of the process, not the perfection of it. I work to challenge, but not overwhelm my students, and make decisions based on the student's needs and desires.
My Hobbies
I absolutely adore spending time with my siblings (Maya age 20, Nicholas age 3, and Molly 3 months), training and loving my 1 year old dog Tileah, yoga, guitar, reading, promoting the empowerment of girls and women, writing, music, making things, meditating, cooking (or experimenting depending on how you look at it), and a world of other things!
Other Comments
I seek to learn from every experience and interaction I encounter. I believe that children have a wealth of knowledge to offer, and it is my intention to unlock that wisdom in a way that best supports all.