Abilene Performing Arts Company
Friday, May 14 and Saturday, May 15
Abilene Convention Center Abilene Performing Arts Company, Inc.
Abilene Performing Arts Company, Inc. is a non-profit, youth-centered organization offering performers at all levels a place to fulfill their dreams. APAC has been offering performing arts classes since 1999. All classes are taught by a highly qualified and professional staff. Classes are grouped according to the age of the student with a strong consideration placed on the level of proficiency & ability. Students are taken into our program as early as three months of age & may study through adulthood. We offer beginning classes for the novice, as well as advanced classes for the more serious performer. Classes are available four days a week at various times to accommodate today’s busy families. APAC is proud to be the only studio in Abilene to offer four departments - Musical Theatre, Theatre, Dance, & Kindermusik - under one roof. Providing such a variety of classes under one company name offers a more convenient & affordable opportunity for our families. Students involved in these classes will have multiple opportunities to perform, as well as a solid preparation base for other company & community auditions. APAC’s mission statement is to capture the in- terest & develop the talents of individuals through musical theatre, dance, theatre & Kindermusik. We strive to bring together staff, participants, board members, donors, & audience members from across the region & across the socioeconomic & ethnic spectrum as we work with young people to build self-esteem, confi-
dence, lasting friendships, & memories. APAC is a place for young people to belong. MUSICAL THEATRE DEPARTMENT
These classes are designed to teach stage presence, proper singing, musicianship, pitch recognition, team- work, stamina, listening skills, and stage movement appropriate to the ability of the student. Students will study the history of musical theatre including composers, choreographers, genres, eras, and styles. Musical selections will include pieces from a varied repertoire including musical theatre, film score, art song, and much more. Private lessons are also available for high school age students through adults.
DANCE DEPARTMENT APAC offers beginning through advanced training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and modern lyrical. Correct technique, muscle development, and coordination will be emphasized as well as confidence, poise, and discipline. Strong emphasis will be placed on personal expression through dance as well as studying variations of dance within a range of performance venues. Students will be challenged according to their age and ability and will be exposed to many styles of dance to better pinpoint individual strengths and talents.
KINDERMUSIK DEPARTMENT With more than 25 years of experience in creating curricula based on new and proven research in child development, Kindermusik International is the world’s leading publisher of music and movement curricula for parents and their children. The award-winning books, CDs, games, and instruments will develop and nurture critical developmental skills in the whole child: Cognitive, Physical, Social, Emotional, and Language. In a Kindermusik class, an educator leads a group of parents and their children through joyful activities, using music and movement. Parents learn more about their child’s unique developmental process, and the shared learning experience creates a unique bond as the child associates learning with fun, musical play. The l earning process then continues at home, guided by specially designed books, CDs, and games.
THEATRE DEPARTMENT Theatre classes focus on the actor’s three basic tools: the voice, the body, and the mind. Throughout the course of the school year students gain skills such as team work, self confidence, memorization, and problem solving. They participate in activities such as auditioning, developing and producing scenes with partners, developing and producing their own script, and conclude the year with a class one act play. The Divyne Shine Award
The Divyne Shine Award was created and established in 2012 at APAC’s May Show in honor of 12 year old Divyne Kim. During our 2012 dress rehearsal I watched an emotionally determined young lady take the stage with the rest of her musical theatre class to rehearse. Her body worked against her making this a difficult task. She knew she could rest and go on when she was ready but continued with persistence. Divyne was meeting her physical challenge with cerebral palsy head on. Nothing was going to keep her from that chance to perform. That night I was stirred by Divyne’s willpower to get on the stage and perform despite the challenges she was facing. Her cries of frustration were felt by all that were around her, yet she would not give up. She performed that next day in the show, without hesitation or reservation. The “Divyne Shine” Award … acknowledging those who shine through their adversities.
Honorees 2012 - Divyne Kim 2013 - Kayla Copher and Cassie Altum 2014 - Lily Lofton 2015 - The Dow Family 2016 - Neeca Martin 2017 - The Kristin Ward Family 2018 - Julia Hollingsworth 2019 - Pistol Foster and Addison McCorquodale
2021 Honoree I would like to dedicate this year’s Divyne Shine Award to all of our APAC students. I have been absolutely overwhelmed by the diligence of our students to plow ahead, masks and all! This year has been so incredibly strange. To find some normal has been a stretch. But within the APAC walls somehow that has been achieved. I love my job, I love these people! Thank you for showing me how to persevere and for shining a glimmer of light onto my path. Congratulations APAC students...Divyne Shine 2021 Ballet 1 Barb Stockdale
Harper Schwartz, Jensen Doggett, Mason Cervantes, Eleanor Rockett, Elizabeth Dauzat, Amaya Martinez
Ballet 2 Tonja Lowry & Neeca Martin
Cely Rocha, Jocilyn Garrett, Sierra DeHerrera, Carolyn Allmand, Taylor Wood, Julien Little, Amelia Rockett, Paisley Dalton, Mia Martinez
Ballet 3 Rachel Browning
Cora Chrismer, Jaden Doggett, Ciara and Catelyn Cervantes, Gigi Moore, Katrin Pyeatt
Ballet 4 Barb Stockdale
Emma Lowry, Sidney Terrell, Karissa Ward, Everly Vaughn Pointe Barb Stockdale
Cora Chrismer, Emma Lowry, Gigi Moore Ciara and Catelyn Cervantes, Karissa Ward, Sidney Terrell, Everly Vaughn, Rachel Browning
Intro Ballet/Tap A Barb Stockdale
Brynna and Matthew Schmerbeck, Madeline Lyerla, Jahziel Fields, Lillian Saunders, Braelynn Harris, Pistol Foster, Julia Doggett, Delilah Baird, Michelle Woodard, Selah Prim
Intro Ballet/Tap B Barb Stockdale
Caroline and Vera Shroyer, Sarah Whitten, Caitlin Summers, Charley and Sayler Pruitt, Alaina Lee, Chloe Means, Callie Fanning, Tanisha Giri, Analeigh Shoemake
Intro Ballet Neeca Martin
Julia Nollsch, Lydia Drachenberg, Harper Kidman, Miracle Harper, Maizey and Hayden Hughes, Brooklynn Holsenbeck
First Steps A Mary Butler
Scout Raborn, Madelyn Saunders, Sadie Espinosa, Adelie Cutbirth
First Steps B Barb Stockdale
Caiya Pittman, Adleigh Manriquez, Chloe Beall, Austin Miller, Denver Jackson, Haven Harper, LeighAnna Gollihar
First Steps C Peyton Bourland
Tania Giri, Micah Prather, Mia Haro, Savannah Waldron, Emery Goff, Ellie Bontke
Intro Hip Hop Julia Hollingsworth
Leighton Vaughan, Addison McNally, Brynna and Matthew Schmerbeck, Madeline Lyerla, Averie Henson, Braelynn Harris, Julia Doggett, Sara and Steven Vaughn, Dani De la vega, Isaac Bradford Hip Hop 1 Neeca Martin
Callen Beal, Charley McClish, Emelia Martin, Sirena McMillan, Brynlee Schroeder, Jensen Doggett, Piper Bailey, Malloree Thronton, Destinie Russell, Gabriel Thompson, Amaya Martinez, Mason Cervantes
Hip Hop 2 Neeca Martin
Haley Smith, Sierra DeHerrera, Carolyn Allmand, Michaella Reisinger, Aubrie Hammond, Ella Alvarez
Hip Hop 3 Peyton Bourland
Sean Garrett, Bailey Cochran, Catelyn Cervantes, Kerrigan Wright, Gigi Moore, Hayden Hooper, Julien Little, Jillian Gollihar
Hip Hop 4 Allison Hester
Everly Vaughn, Sidney Terrell, Karissa Ward, Ciara Cervantes, Krystal Meazell, Trevor Cox Addison McCorquodale Lyrical 1 Peyton Bourland
Bailey Buford, Samantha Dorrel, Brileigh Dickison, Jenna Stricklin
Lyrical 2 Julia Hollingsworth
Cely Rocha, Jocilyn Garrett, Olivia Farrell Julia Chambers, Carolyn Allmand, Taylor Wood, Amelia Rockett, Bria Bartlow Savannah Harbuck, Mia Martinez, Kerrigan Wright, Ella Alvarez, Claire Blizzard, Hope Fambrough
Lyrical 3 Allison Hester
Melia Messer, Sierra DeHerrera, Zoe Neeves, Julien Little, Hayden Hooper
Lyrical 4 Neeca Martin
Karissa Ward, Everly Vaughn, Katrin Pyeatt, Sidney Terrell, Emma Lowry, Rachel Warren, Maya Muckatira, Savanna Melnyk, Bridget Clem, Bailey Cochran, Ciara Cervantes, Cora Chrismer Tap 1 Barb Stockdale
Bailey Buford, Sirena McMillan, Audrey Mercer, Harper Schwartz, Jensen Doggett, Piper Bailey, Mason Cervantes, Destinie Russell, Elizabeth Dauzat, Chandler Majkowski, Victoria Del a vega
Tap 2 Tori Giustiniani
Josh Corrigan, Taylor Wood, Carrie Mercer, Amelia Rockett, Brody and Braxton Parris, Jude Petty, Faith Tedford
Tap 3 Madi Melbourne
Jocilyn Garrett, Sierra DeHerrera, Jaden Doggett, Kerrigan Wright, Julien Little, Jax Melbourne
Tap 4 Barb Stockdale
Ciara Cervantes, Bailey Cochran, Trevor Cox, Katie Moore, Karissa Ward, Bridget Clem, Graci Melbourne Intro Jazz Neeca Martin
Jahziel Fields, Tessa Shannon, Harper Kidman, Julia Doggett, Camriel Dickison, Quinn Palmer, Cohen McDonald, Sophia Canon, Harper Adams
Jazz 1 Neeca Martin
Emelia Martin, Audrey Ellison, Ashtyn Childress, Eleanor Rockett, Haylee Quintanar, Jensen Doggett, Chandler Majkowski, Elizabeth Dauzat, Hannah Bell
Jazz 2 Rachel Browning
Cely Rocha, Carolyn Allmand, Hope Fambrough, Brinley Vail, Mia Martinez, Braxton Parris
Jazz 3 Allison Hester
Sierra DeHerrera, Jaden Doggett, Isabel Gebhart, Hayden Hooper, Melia Messer
Jazz 4 Peyton Bourland
Krystal Meazell, Bailey Cochran, Emma Lowry, Rachel Warren, Katie Moore, Karissa Ward, Bridget Clem Maya Muckatira, Katrin Pyeatt, Everly Vaughn, Sidney Terrell
Intro Musical Theatre Kayla Young & Julia Hollingsworth
Leighton Vaughan, Jahziel Fields, Fallon Reed, Keeva Gollihar, Callie Fanning, Julia Doggett, Kiya Lamberson, Penelope Tellez, Logan Goff, Scarlet Waldron, Kyndall Ancell, Aubrey Whitmire, Analeigh Shoemake, Parker Kendrick, Camriel Dickison, Magdalene Robison
Musical Theatre 1 Kayla Young & Julia Hollingsworth
Sydney Pruitt, Sophia Westmoreland, Brynlee Schroeder, Jensen Doggett, Mason Cervantes, Brileigh Dickison, Elizabeth Dauzat, Natalie Cannon, Sabrina Cannon, Layla Horner, Saya Mueller, Seeley Johnson
Musical Theatre 2/3 Kayla Young & Julia Hollingsworth
Josh Corrigan, Sierra DeHerrera, Julien Little, Amelia Rockett, Jaden Doggett, Ariel Lovell, Julia Chambers, Lexus Naron, Aubrey Palmer, Mya Rogers, Jude Petty, Kerrigan Wright, Claire Blizzard, Abby Hutson, Katelyn Curry, Lillian Simpson
Indian Dance Anila Garikipati Allred
Sierra DeHerrera, Catelyn Cervantes, Gigi Moore, Claire Blizzard, Snigdha Dasireddy
Irish Dance Rachel Browning
Sierra DeHerrera, Ciara Cervantes, Jaden Doggett
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU JADEN!
Love Mom, Dad, Jensen, & Julia
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU JENSEN!
Love Mom, Dad, Jaden, & Julia
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU JULIA!
Love Mom, Dad, Jaden, & Jensen
May Show 2021 Rehearsal/Performance Schedule FRIDAY, MAY 14th
TIME CLASS SONG
5:20-5:30 pm First Steps B La La Lu
5:30-5:40 pm First Steps A Walkin After Midnight
5:40-6:00 pm Intro Tap A Old Town Road
6:00-6:20 pm Indian Dance Ghar More Pardesiya
6:20-6:40 pm Intro Tap B Jump In The Line
6:40-7:00 pm Tap 4 Speed Demon
7:00-7:20 pm Intro Ballet A Arabian Nights
7:20-7:40 pm Jazz 4 Circus
7:40-8:00 pm Intro Ballet B The Rain In Spain
8:00-8:20 pm Hip Hop 3 Get Out My Way
8:20-8:40 pm Tap 1 Star Wars Cantina
8:40-9:00 pm Ballet 3 Petricor
9:00-9:20 pm Ballet 4 Don’t You Forget About Me
9:20-9:40 pm Ballet 1 Stars and Stripes Forever
9:40-10:00 pm Pointe Hungarian Dances #7 and #5 May Show 2021 Rehearsal/Performance Saturday, May 15th
TIME CLASS SONG
9:10-9:20 am First Steps C Three Little Birds
9:20-9:40 am Jazz 2 It Don’t Mean A Thing
9:40-10:00 am Intro Ballet Little April Showers
10:00-10:20 am Musical Theatre 2/3 La La Land Medley
10:20-10:40 am Intro Hip Hop Hair Up
10:40-11:00 am Musical Theatre 1 Coco Medley
11:00-11:20 am Irish Dance Siamsa
11:20-11:40 am Intro Musical Theatre The Lion King Medley
11:40-12:00 pm Ballet 2 Down to the River
LUNCH BREAK
1:00-1:20 pm Hip Hop 1 Tick Tick Boom
1:20-1:40 pm Jazz 3 Another One Bites The Dust
1:40-2:00 pm Intro Jazz Cool
2:00-2:20 pm Jazz 1 I Don’t Dance/Baseball Game
2:20-2:40 pm Hip Hop 2 10K
2:40-3:00 pm Hip Hop 4 Money Mix
3:00-3:20 pm Tap 2 Thrift Shop
3:20-3:40 pm Tap 3 Jailhouse Rock
3:40-4:00 pm Lyrical 1 Speechless
4:00-4:20 pm Lyrical 2 Dream
4:20-4:40 pm Lyrical 3 In My Daughter’s Eyes
4:40-5:00 pm Lyrical 4 Train Wreck
5:00-5:20 pm Lyrical Co (1-4) Into The Unknown
Way to go Cohen!
We are so proud of all your hard work.
You really JAZZED it up this season.
♥ We love you ♥️ Mom and Dad Mimi and Nana
You were born with a dancers soul. Every heartbeat from age 3 has started with 5, 6, 7, 8. As one chapter of your life closes, a beautiful new one begins. The ride has been extraordinary with you Sidney. Shine brighter than ever my tiny dancer. Love your biggest fan, Momma
Congratulations Rockett Girls!
Love - Mom(my) & Dad(dy)
Brinley, we are so proud of you. You’re growing into a beautiful young lady with a huge heart, who loves the Lord and treats others kindly. Always pursue your passions and remember to glorify God in all you do. We love you! We are so proud of you Ashtyn Ann! We love you Dad, Mom and Sis
Congratulations on all your hard work! We love you SO much!
Love, Hunter, Mommy and Daddy 2021 SUMMER CAMPS CLICK LINKS BELOW TO SEE DETAILS AND REGISTER CAMP DETAILS https://apacstars.com/camps
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2021-2022 REGISTRATION ALL ONLINE AND BEGINS SATURDAY, AUGUST 7TH AT NOON CONTINUING THROUGH OCTOBER CLICK LINK BELOW TO SEE CLASS SCHEDULE
CLASS SCHEDULE https://apacstars.com/schedule
2021-2022 CLASSES BEGIN AUGUST 23RD
Developing the Confidence to.... www.apacstars.com Shine! Abilene Performing Arts Company, Inc. Season Contributors
A great deal of APAC’s success is because of generous community supporters! These foundations, companies, and individuals are committed to our cause and believe in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students. To these supporters, we give our greatest thanks and gratitude. Because of you, we are able to reach our arms into the community and impact more lives than ever! You are making it possible for these students to actively pursue... Developing the Confidence to Shine!
Super Star Season Underwriter Horn & Wood Properties, L.P. Dodge Jones Foundation of Abilene
Gold Star Season Underwriters Abilene Pediatric Dental Association Dian Graves Owen Foundation Hardin-Simmons University John and Rhonda Wright
Season Underwriters Big Country Eye Center Prosperity Bank First Financial Bank Abilene Children's Medical Association
Foundational Support Abilene Cultural Affairs Council Dodge Jones Foundation Greathouse Foundation Shelton Family Foundation Community Foundation Excelsior Foundation Gift from the T&T Family Foundation Donor Advised Fund at the Community Foundation Future Fund Grant - Support for Music Theatre Production Camp provided by the Future Fund of the Community Foundation of Abilene
A Legacy of Giving Listed below are those individuals, foundations, businesses, and corpora- tions that have granted funding or made a contribution to Abilene Perform- ing Arts Company, Inc. since our establishment. Your generous support has enabled us to make a tremendous impact in the lives of young people in our community. To these who have given, we are so very grateful.
$90,000 + The Pelfrey Family Dr. Melinda Hiscock Dodge Jones Foundation Barber Foundation Representative Bob Hunter Horn & Wood Enterprises, Inc. Dr. Mark Maberry Lack’s Furniture
$25,000 + Junior League PAVE Mr. and Mrs. Randy Piersall Dr. and Mrs. Henry Higgins Jeff & Kerry Jeter Dr. and Mrs. James Purpura Junior League of Abilene Jay’z Recycling - The Hudson Family Dr. and Mrs. Allen Schultz Bixby Enterprises Big Country Eye Center Weingart Foundation Community Foundation Muckatira Family Paul and Teri Lovelace Abilene Gives 2019 APAC Contributors Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union Abilene Cultural Affairs Council Greathouse Foundation $500 + Mike & Debbie Jeter Greg & Jennifer Kroeger $10,000 + The Breedlove Companies Dr. Shannon Cook The Doshi Family Tejon Exploration Company Thomas & Charla Presley Future Fund of Abilene Jonathan Sharp Rick Spalding The Janzen Family John and Rhonda Wright The Yost Family JoAnn Thorp $5,000 + Dr. Sunil Patel Rick & Janet Thomas Elliott-Hamil The Toro Company Fusion Dance Company 2011-2012 Frazier Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Gary Webb The Patel Family FDLIC Mr. and Mrs. Rick Waldraff Allen and Chris Wilson Owen Foundation JP Morgan Chase Foundation Michael and Karen Gililland Shelton Family Foundation Mike and Sheila Warren Farmer’s Insurance Texas Commission on the Arts Dr. and Mrs. Eric Schackmuth Up to $99 Hardin-Simmons University Paul & Jennifer Ordonio Kevin Carlton Abilene Pediatric Dental Associates Jackie Love Mrs. Joann Hamil
$2,500 + Don & Susan Frazier Dr. and Mrs. Paul McDonough Associated Publishing Greg Kroeger M.D. Mr. and Mrs. Rick Spalding Texas Midwest Eye Center Abilene Gives 2018 APAC Contributors Dr. and Mrs. Paul Thames
Community Assistant Program $250 + Thursday Forum Club Rotary Club of Abilene Barber Insurance Mr. and Mrs. Pitcher Bart and Amanda Bourland California Comm. Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Nasser First Financial Bank of Abilene Mr. and Mrs. Don Norris Ken and Dolores Poynor Abilene Blinds Mr. and Mrs. Jim Snyder Aaron and Marji Winters Abilene Children’s Medical Association Dr. and Mrs. Brett Teague Michael and Susan Lewis Premire Women’s Healthcare of Abilene Mrs. Tara Westman Doug and Rene Harrison Prosperity Bank Merck Partnership for Giving Tony and Jennifer Lowe Abilene Gives 2020 APAC Contributors Mr. & Mrs. Hyde Keith and Janet White Abilene Gives 2021 APAC Contributors Abilene Children’s Medical Association Can-Doo Budget Rentals Kids Kampus $1,000 + American State Bank Dr. & Mrs. Shah The Collums Family Mrs. Jessica Cullers The Mathur Family Mr. and Mrs. Dan Fergus Dyess Spouses Club Hendrick Anesthesia Network The Myers Family Community Connection The Shah Family Layton & Fowler Mark and Barb Stockdale Stephen and Tonja Lowry The Carr Family Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Love Dr. Chris and Rosemary Hollingsworth Star Family Dodge Dealerships Gwen White Kayla Copher Teri Brooks Lovelace DDS, MS, PA $100 + Sheila Scevers Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Norris Peggy Beckham Jessica England Tone Owen Impact Grant Dr. and Mrs. Jay Capra Lynn King Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. White Jeff and Carrie DeVries Cindy Kendrick Kiwanis Club of Abilene Cary Headstream Della Beasley Mr. and Mrs. Scott Senter
APAC Senior Recognition
APAC applauds our Seniors for their hard work and perseverance! We thank you for the talent and joy you have brought to our Company over the years and wish you a very heartfelt and fond farewell as you leave us and make your own way in this world. The torch is now passed to you, it’s your turn to love, encourage, and help lead others in...
Developing the Confidence to Shine!
Bridget Clem is completing her senior year at Wylie High School.
Bridget has danced at APAC for seven years. While at Wylie she has served as the Lieutenant on the Wylie Varsity Belles, has choreographed and performed in Wylie Theatre musicals and plays, volunteered at the Abilene Animal Shelter, and is a member of the National Honor Society.
Bridget will attend Abilene Christian University studying Business Administration, and participate in ACU’s study abroad program.
Emma Lowry is a graduating senior from Wylie High School.
Emma has danced with APAC for eight years and has assisted with APAC summer camps and classes. While at Wylie, she has been involved in several Wylie Theatre musicals, served as the Wylie Band drum major, involved in the (PALS) Peer Assistant and Leadership program, and is a member of the National Honor Society. Emma has also been a bible study leader at her church.
Emma plans on attending Abilene Christian University in the fall and is looking forward to all that awaits in her future!
Krystal Meazell is graduating from Abilene Cooper High School.
Krystal has been dancing for twelve years and has danced six of those years with APAC. While at CHS she has been on the Cougarettes dance team, has been a Cougarettes officer, a member of concert choir, a concert choir section leader and worked a part-time job.
Krystal will be attending Tyler Junior College continuing with drill team as an Apache Belle and will follow with a BFA in dance at a school in California.
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Graci Melbourne is graduating home-school senior with two years dual credit.
Graci has been a part of the APAC family since Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr. 2014 camp and has assisted with classes since the fall of 2014. She has been in six shows at the Paramount Theatre including Newsies and Guys and Dolls Jr. and worked as the assistant manager of concessions at the Paramount. These past few years Graci has been a part of the homeschool student council and won the Gold Key three times for the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards in the Southwest Region. She also loves playing vigorously with her dog Lola and her stuffed hamburger. Traveling, being an author, and starting a comedy theatre troupe are future dreams!
Graci will begin as a Junior this fall at McMurry University studying Theatre with a minor in creative writing.
Melia Messer is graduating from Wylie High School.
This year has been the first for Melia to be a part of the APAC family and she has loved it! Since the age of nine she has been involved in theatre appearing in several productions at the Paramount Theatre. While in school Melia has participated in (PALS) Peer Assistance and Leadership program and has enjoyed being a Philharmonic Belle with the Abilene Philharmonic.
Melia plans to attend Baylor University and study theatre.
Katie Moore is a graduating home-school senior.
Katie has grown up at APAC! She has been in the APAC family for eleven years enrolled in dance and musical theatre and has assisted classes and summer camps as well. Katie has performed in many Paramount Productions, taught and directed drama classes for homeschool students for three years, studied piano for twelve years, and taught private piano lessons for four years. During Katie’s homeschool studies she also volunteered for community service projects with BCHE student council and taught preschool religious education at Holy Family Catholic Church
Katie will attend Hardin-Simmons University in the fall studying Elementary Ed. in hopes of being an Elementary Teacher and/or private piano teacher.
Maya Muckatira is graduating from Wylie High School.
She has been dancing for ten years with APAC and on occasions has assisted with classes and camps. While at Wylie she has been a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, and Medife. Maya has also studied piano with Mrs. Sherry Frush, this is her twelfth and final year.
Maya will be attending the University of Texas at Austin in the fall and pursuing studies in Pre Med.
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Sidney Terrell is graduating from Jim Ned High School.
Sidney has studied dance for fifteen years and danced seven of those year at APAC. While at Jim Ned High School she has participated in UIL Journalism, been a member of the National Honor Society, and Student Council.
Sidney will begin studies in the fall at Tarleton State University studying Pre-Nursing, with plans to be a Neonatal Nurse.
Everly Vaughn is graduating from Abilene High School.
She has been dancing for ten years at APAC. During Everly’s time at AHS she has been a Varsity Cheerleader, Senior Class Officer, involved in Crime Stoppers, TAFE and AP classes.
Everly will attend Texas State University or Abilene Christian University studying Education or Business. She would like to teach dance, be a Kindergarten Teacher, or a sales manager.
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Rachel Warren is graduating from Wylie High School.
Rachel has been dancing for twelve years and all of those years have been at APAC! She has also assisted MANY classes during her time at APAC. While in school Rachel has been a member of (PALS) Peer Assistance Leadership program, Student Council as Vice President and Treasurer, and has been a member of the National Honor Society.
Rachel will attend Texas A&M University in the fall studying Applied Math.
2020-2021 APAC Staff & Instructors
ANILA GARIKIPATI ALLRED originally from India, Anila holds a Bachelor of Physical Therapy from Faridabad Institute of Technology and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Loma Linda University. She works as a Physical Therapist at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Abilene where she is a Therapy Team Lead and Chair of the Stroke Committee. She began dancing at age seven, learning Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Salsa, Bollywood Fusion, Goan, and Garba dance forms. While still living in India, Anila performed in numerous dance productions over the years as well as taught Zumba. Anila’s family includes her husband, Grayson and fur babies, Rajah, Rio, Dany, and Beverly. Anila teaches Indian Dance.
PEYTON BOURLAND is a student at Abilene Christian University pursuing a masters degree in Elementary Education. Peyton was raised in Abilene and has been dancing since the age of 4. She has trained at APAC for the last twelve years and is excited to share her passion for dance with students in the same studio. Peyton teaches Dance.
RACHEL BROWNING a Fort Worth native, Rachel is a student at Abilene Christian University majoring in biochemistry. She began dancing at age three, learning ballet and tap. At age nine, she began Irish dancing and eventually went on to compete at regional and North American championships with the McTeggart school. Rachel continued to study ballet under Julie Ballew, training in Balanchine style ballet. She also trained in jazz under Dian Clough West. She is working toward getting her certification to teach competitive Irish dancers. Rachel is excited to share her passion teaching, dancing, performing with other dancers! Rachel teaches dance. MARY BUTLER is a recent liberal arts graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville. She has been a part of the APAC family since early childhood. Mary spent her youth involved in the classes, camps, shows, and other opportunities that Abilene has to offer young artists. She has been a teacher of the arts for years and greatly enjoys sharing her passion with others. She is thrilled to continue being a part of the Abilene arts community by teaching at APAC! Mary teaches dance.
ASHLEIGH GOFF holds a BFA in Theatre from McMurry University with a focus in Acting and Directing. From 2010 to 2018, Ashleigh served as the Founder and Education Director for the Freddyburg Youth Theater, a children’s theatre program in conjunction with the Fredericksburg Theater Company. She also taught gymnastic for 11 years. Ashleigh has over 20 years of experience working with children. She is married to McMurry University Chair and Instructor of Theatre, Kerry Goff. They have two children, Logan and Emery. Ashleigh teaches theatre.
TORI GIUSTINIANI has a B.A. in Psychology, a Minor in Music and a Minor in Counseling from the University of North Texas. She was raised in Abilene and began dancing at the age of 4. She trained with Patty Harper Dance Studio and completed intensives with American Ballet Theater, Texas Ballet Theater, and Ballet Academy of Texas. Tori is trained in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Lyrical. Tori was a Cougarette and Drum Major for the Awesome Cooper Band. She currently works with Betty Hardwick Center, helping children and adults with Special Needs. She is very excited to bring a refreshing twist to Tap. Tori’s family is local and vocal and she has two Persian cats - Grumps and Domino. Tori teaches Dance. ALLISON HESTER has a B.A. in History with a minor in Curriculum and Instruction from McMurry University and begins her teaching career at Abilene High School this year, teaching World History. Allison has performed in several musical theatre productions at APAC and the Paramount. She studied dance at Dance Discovery and was a member of the Chameleon Performing Dance Company. Allison was a 4-year member of the AHS Gold Rush Drill Team, earning the position of Lieutenant. She continues to choreograph for local programs and feels blessed that God has led her back to APAC. Her goal is to promote fellowship and allow each student to experience the joy of being part of a team while building confidence and self-esteem. She is trained in Hip Hop, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, and Modern. Allison has two cats Emma and Oscar. Allison teaches Dance.
JULIA HOLLINGSWORTH is currently a student at Hardin-Simmons University. She is majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders planning to be a Speech-Language Pathologist, and has a minor in Theatre. Julia has grown up at APAC and has been involved in many productions in Abilene. She is honored to be passing on her passion for performance with her students. Julia teaches musical theatre and dance.
ROSEMARY HOLLINGSWORTH has a B.M. in Vocal Performance from DePauw University and a M.M. in Vocal Performance and Opera from Binghamton University. She performed extensively in lead roles at Tri-Cities Opera and performed nationally in roles such as Despina in Cosi Fan Tutte and Adele in Die Fledermaus with The Soo Opera Theater in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Rosie also has a M.A. in Family Ministry and Family Psychology. She works as a licensed Professional Therapist at Long Early Learning Center and maintains a small private practice serving children, families, and adults. She gets the opportunity to live her passion every day with her family. Rosie's family includes her husband, Chris and children, Colin, Julia, and Ryan. Rosie teaches Ring Around with Rosie. TONJA LOWRY is an Abilene native. She has a B.A. in Dance with a specialization in Ballet and a B.S. in Elementary Education from Texas Tech University. During her college career, Tonja was the recipient of two dance scholarships and was a member of Chi Tau Epsilon, National Honorary Dance Society. She was a soloist with the Willis Ballet and taught preschool ballet for three years at the Conservatory of Classical Ballet in Lubbock. After graduation, Tonja taught 5th grade reading and language arts at Beltline Intermediate School in Cedar Hill, Texas. Her family includes her husband, Stephen and three children, Maddie, Jack, and Emma. Tonja teaches Dance.
NEECA MARTIN has a B.A. in Business Administration from Wayland Baptist University. She began dancing at the age of 4 and has danced with other local companies, APAC, and The Blues, a nationally ranked dance team in Waco, Texas. Neeca wants to share her love of dance with her students and feels blessed to be able to be a part of their journey through APAC. Neeca is trained in Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Modern/Lyrical. Neeca's family includes her husband Haven, her sons Jaxon and Caden, her dog Bliss, and two cats Blaze and Emmy. Neeca teaches Dance.
MADI MELBOURNE is currently a Theatre BFA major at McMurry University. She’s been involved in theatre since she was 8, performing in shows at the Paramount Theater, as well as teaching multiple acting classes for Abilene’s homeschool community. She’s also been dancing at APAC for several years, and is thrilled to be giving back to the company that has given so much to her. Madi teaches dance. RACHAEL McCORMICK is a graduate of Hardin-Simmons University where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Theatre and Sociology and a Master of Arts in Family Psychology. She has a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University. Rachael has been an active member of the Theatre and Dance Community since the age of 3, studying dance at Etgen Atkinson School of Ballet, Rowlett Dance Academy, London School of Dance and Tuzors Ballet School. She began participating in theatre competitions at a young age and performed in numerous shows. While attending Hardin-Simmons, Rachael danced with the Spurs Dance team and served as a choreographer for HSU’s SING! for three years. Rachael manages a private practice in counseling and teaches at Concordia University of Irvine. Rachael is APAC’s Account Manager.
SUSIE ROCKETT plays second oboe/English horn - Janeen Holmes Gilliam Chair with the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra and is oboe faculty at Abilene Christian University, Hardin-Simmons University, and McMurry University. She plays frequently with the Abilene Philharmonic, and performs on the Leland Musical Arts Celebration Concert Series in Leland, MI. She is the Concert Series Coordinator at the Church of the Heavenly Rest in Abilene, TX which brings stellar musicians from around the world to the Big Country. Ms. Rockett received her degrees in Music Education and Performance from Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX and a Master’s in Oboe Performance with distinction from the Longy School of Music in Cambridge, MA where she studied with Wayne Rapier. Ms. Rockett has also studied English horn with David Matthews and Steven Lickman. She is a frequent recitalist, clinician, and maintains an active teaching schedule, but most of all loves performing chamber music with her incredibly gifted colleagues – Key City Winds. Susie’s family includes her husband and two daughters who love the oboe! Susie teaches Kindermusik.
BARB STOCKDALE hails from Council Bluffs, Iowa where she began her early dance training with Donna Wood. Later, while attending the University of Colorado, she trained with Leon de Isla, former principle of Ballet West, and also danced with the Rocky Mountain Ballet. Through her years of teaching, she has studied with many outstanding instructors such as Bobby Burgess, Gus Giordano, Luigi, Roni Mahler, and Steven Mills. She has taught at studios and Air Force Bases in Iowa, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. During her time in Texas, Barb performed eleven years with a regional ballet company, and was a contract artist with Young Audiences of Abilene for six years. Barb's family includes her husband Mark, children, Chris, Steve, and Meredith, and grandchildren, Jack, Finn, and Reece. Barb teaches Dance.
KRISTIN WARD has a B.M. in Music Education from Abilene Christian University and a M.M. in Clarinet Performance from Michigan State University. She teaches at ACU as instructor of clarinet, and teaches courses in the areas of jazz voice, music education, and ear training. Kristin regularly performs with the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra and has also performed throughout Michigan and Oregon, including the Grand Rapids, Lansing, West Shore, Midland, and Grande Ronde Symphony Orchestras. An accomplished jazz vocalist, she per- formed in the 1997 Montreux Detroit Jazz Festival and was a participant in the International Association of Jazz Educators pilot program "Sisters in Jazz." Kristin's family includes her husband, Steven and children, Joshua and Karissa. Kristin teaches Kindermusik.
LANIE WESTMAN has a B.M. in Music Education and Vocal Performance from Hardin-Simmons University. In addition to teaching at APAC, Lanie has directed music for Jr. musicals at the Paramount Theatre. She has performed with the Abilene Opera Association, McMurry Summer Dinner Theatre, ACT Theatre, Pioneer Drive Baptist Church, Young Audiences of Abilene, and Paramount Productions. Lanie has appeared in the Paramount Theatre's Musical Productions “Swing”, "Smokey Joe's Café", and was featured as Mother in "Ragtime", and Momma Duck in "Honk". Lanie's family includes her husband of 28 years, Rob Westman, son Josh and his wife Allison, son Jess, and fur babies, Pixie, Sweden, Elsa, Olive, and grand dogs Oakley and Tucker. Lanie is the Executive Director of APAC.
KAYLA YOUNG has a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from Hardin-Simmons University. Raised in Abilene, Kayla has performed in productions with APAC, the Paramount, the NCCIL, and McMurry. She also teaches music at St. Johns Episcopal School and teaches art at the NCCIL. Kayla is blessed to be home at APAC, encouraging other young artists and performers to develop the confidence to shine. She has a wonderful support system and she praises God for her talents and opportunities. Kayla’s family includes her husband Drew Young. Kayla teaches Musical Theatre.