Tiffany has loved the arts for as long as she can remember. She began her music and teaching career super early beginning a "Neighborhood Drama Club" with her best friend at age 9.
She always loved being onstage, but it wasn't until being involved in the creative aspect she realized her love for SHARING her passion for music and theater with others.
Fast forward 10 years, Tiffany kept busy learning and growing a 400+ student performing arts center in the East Valley for the last 10 years. In her time at Baker Performing Arts she had performed 20+ roles and directed and choreographed 100+ musicals and plays.
Tiffany has studied professionally in New York City where she attended master classes and workshops with industry leading artists and professionals and regularly participates in online classes (thanks to Zoom!) from The Broadway Collective and Broadway Dance Center, NYC.
Off-stage, you can find Tiffany and her side-kick, Mylo (maltese/yorkie mix), practicing piano, learning new recipes, or watching Bob's Burgers with her amazing partner, James, and Mylo's new best friend, Paisley (mini australian shepherd).
Miss Dani has been dancing in the valley for over 15 years. Training and Competing in; Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, and Musical Theatre. Once Miss Dani turned 18 she began teaching styles such as Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, Tricks & Technique, and Hip Hop.
Miss Dani loves working with beginners and focuses her teaching on proper technique and confidence. She is a positive role model to her students and has a passion for sharing her love of dance.
In 2020, Dani received her 200 hr Yoga Instructor Certification and teaches yoga and meditation. She often incorporates breathing techniques, as well as different stretch and strength variations in her dance classes. Dani also, has also worked with multiple preschools around the valley introducing dance and fitness to ages 18 months- 5 years old.
Dani is overwhelmed with excitement and ready for a great season at Stage Door Studio. See you in class!
Katie began studying Speech Level Singing at the age of 5. She has worked with several expert vocal instructors throughout the U.S. to evolve her craft. Singing has remained a natural gift and significant form of expression in her life.
Her years of knowledge and experience continue to develop and now foster through teaching. Katie takes a personalized learning approach to all her students. While catering to each singers needs, she ensures a healthier technique without eliminating the unique qualities of the voice.
Tiffany's Mom and Dad are always around the studio to lend a hand! Claudio builds many set pieces for the shows and helps with additional dad projects as needed. Arlene recently started a dessert bar business and provides sweet treats for the kids and SDS families! She also assists with marketing and moral support!
Let us know what creative classes and/or support you can add our growing studio! hello@stagedoorstudioaz.com