DIRECTOR/CHOREOGRAPHER

Alexandria is the founder of Shine The Light . She holds a BFA in Dance and a BS in Psychological Science, as well as a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorders and extensive professional studies in Classical Voice Performance from Ball State University. She has choreographed and directed professionally one numerous projects. She also holds a master’s degree in Dance/Movement Therapy and Couples & Family Therapy from Antioch University New England and holds licenses in both fields (R-DMT & LMFT). She has a passion for theatre, as well as helping others, and looks forward to inspiring others to love theatre and find their light!

MUSIC DIRECTOR

Maria has been teaching music for over 30 years. She currently teaches piano and accompanies students for voice lessons and vocal competitions, as well as teaching theatrical music for productions. She received her bachelor’s in Piano Performance from the College of St. Rose in New York and her master’s in Music Education from Dowling College in New York. She loves helping children reach their fullest potential and has been working alongside her daughter, Alexandria, for several years. Together, they have directed many productions and helped children of all ages and abilities.

MUSIC DIRECTOR

Laura has been directing and teaching music in Northwest Indiana for over a decade and over the years has developed a true passion for helping people to discover and have pride in their voice. Outside of the music world she also works as a web and application developer (working on such projects as the site you are viewing now!). She is thrilled to be a part of this next adventure with STLP and cannot wait to see what these performers create!

THERAPEUTIC SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Cassie is absolutely thrilled to be joining the amazing staff of Shine the Light Project’s Limitless as a Therapeutic Support Specialist! She has been a pediatric speech therapist for 19 years, and can’t wait to use the knowledge she has to help people of all abilities gain confidence and create lasting friendships as they shine on stage. She hopes that this program gives everyone involved a space where they always feel loved and included.

THERAPEUTIC SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Jenna is excited to join Shine the Light Project as a Therapeutic Support Specialist. Jenna is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for First Steps and has been practicing for 16 years. Her background in this field began as a teenager when she worked for a local park district that offered sports and activities for individuals of all ages and abilities. Additionally, Jenna’s sister Jamee was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, which brings a deep personal passion to her work and ability to serve others.

ASL INTERPRETER/PRODUCTION MANAGER

Ready to dive headfirst into this next exciting chapter, Teagin might officially be called an ASL interpreter (and a K-12 educational interpreter during the day!) but she answers much better to "multitasking language ninja." Over the years, she’s worn just about every hat the stage has to offer: performer, costumer, prop master, production assistant, and, naturally, hands-up ASL interpreter. For Teagin, there’s truly nothing better than riding the wild, magical wave of theatrical chaos!

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Stretch has worked in the entertainment industry for the last 40 years gaining extensive experience in all aspects of live production including audio, lighting, and video. During his time in Theater, Stretch has had the privilege to work with and teach people of all ages and abilities guiding through the technical process of bringing live productions to life. In addition to his work with STLP and Limitless, he continues to offer his services to local school, theater, and community productions. He currently serves as the Audio and Lighting Engineer for Decibals in Portage, IN.

Outside of his tech booth, Stretch also enjoys birding and bowling for his 10th season with his wife through Special Olympics.