My Teaching Philosophy

My teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that musical theater/ dance is both a technical discipline and a powerful form of communication, connection, and self-expression. As a Teaching Artist, Choreographer, and Director, I strive to create learning environments where students feel seen, respected, challenged, and welcomed. I believe students learn most effectively when they are given opportunities to develop technical skills while also contributing their own perspectives, cultural experiences, creativity, and artistic voices.

My approach to teaching is student-centered and responsive to the individuals in the room. I recognize that students enter the space/classroom with different levels of technical experience, cultural backgrounds, learning styles, languages, and degrees of confidence. Rather than expecting every student to learn in exactly the same way, I work to create multiple pathways for students to participate, communicate, collaborate, and demonstrate their understanding.