Joy has been performing since the age of 4. Growing up in a musical household, Joy learned to love all forms of music. She played the piano, violin and flute, but leaned into her love of singing. In the early years of The Music Place, Joy participated in theatrical classes and productions every year. As she got older, she used her skills to help coach vocals and dance to students for our school. Joy attended Valley Christian High School, where she found her true passion for the stage. As an advanced drama student, Joy developed her skills as an actor, participating in the school theatre productions and also had her first opportunities to direct. In her Senior year, Joy was presented with a scholarship opportunity for select students, to attend a summer training with what is now known as Broadway San Jose, and also earned one of the only annual theatre scholarships awarded through Seattle Pacific University.
For College, Joy was accepted into the prestigious school in New York City, The American Musical and Dramatic Academy. The school focuses on all styles of dance, vocal performance, audition preparation, cold reading for film and stage casting, music theory and musical theatre history. She studied under and alongside well known Broadway Directors, Choreographers and Actors.
In 2016, Joy moved to Whitefish, Montana, which is a small resort town, that just so happens to be overflowing with Performing Arts! She quickly became immersed within the theatre community and has been able to continue her love of performing. Joy has been in the top 3 rankings several years in a row, for the “Best Actor” award in the valley. Some of her favorite roles to play over the years have been Lois Lane/Bianca (Kiss Me Kate). Mary Bailey (It’s A Wonderful Life), The Baker’s Wife (Into the Woods), Emily Arden (State Fair), Emily Hobbs (Elf The Musical) just to name a few!
Joy is excited for the opportunity to teach with The Music Place! Her passion to help others maximize their gifts and feel confident in their audition process, is evident. Joy will be teaching in-person lessons for locals to Montana and virtual lessons for any other interested students!
Teaching Style
Joy is an enthusiastic, intelligent, and compassionate teacher and performer. She enjoys working with all ages, especially those who need the little boost in their confidence that comes from feeling well-prepared for their auditions and shows. She loves to see her students grow more aware of their skills and feel better about themselves. Her objective is to allow students to reach their full potential through the power of music.
Instruments
- Voice
- Theater
Locations
- Online