Nutcracker Cast

Emmie is so excited to be this years Clara! Emmie is a 9th grader at Heritage Academy Mesa. She has been dancing since she was 2 years old! She immediately fell in love with dance and feels like it's such a stress reliever to not have to think about school or anything else and just relax! In past shows Emmie has been a Doll, Spanish, Gingerette, Party Girl, Flower, and Mouse! When Emmie is not dancing she loves to sleep, eat, hang out with friends, work out at home, drink milkshakes, and watch TV! Emmie would like to thank her mom and dad for supporting her through all the years of dance and to her teachers and friends for encouraging and pushing her to be a better person and dancer.

Megan is a senior at Mountain View High School! Megan has been in the Nutcracker for several years now with previous roles including Spanish Soloist, Reed Flutes, Chinese Soloist, Snow, Flowers, and Gingerettes. When Megan isn't dancing she is singing!! She does choir at school (6 choirs in all!) She loves to make others happy, hanging out with friends, and writing. When asked why do you dance she said, "I love the performance aspect of it and how relieving it is for when I'm stressed. I love the joy it gives me and others." Megan would like to thank her mom and dad for allowing her to continue dance. Her teachers for sticking up for her and believing in her all these years. And her team for the constant encouragement and support.

Ramon is returning to reprise his role as the Cavalier Prince as a guest artist to INPSIRE Entertainments Nutcracker! He has also had the privilege of performing as the Mouse King, Bear, and a member of the Spanish Corps in other productions. When he is not training Ramon enjoys country swing dancing, longboarding, listening to music, running, bonfires with friends, and being with his new beautiful bride! When asked why he chose dance he answered, "I love dancing because it combines music with motion of the body. It is able to create such a beautiful form of art that can bring music to life. I love performing and hope to be able to inspire young minds watching to want to dance and be able to feel what I feel when I dance!"

Brooke is a Junior at Highland High School. This year Booke can be seen dancing the roles of Dew Drop and Snow Sprite. In previous years Brooke has been our Chinese soloist, Arabian, and Flowers. She loves pom, dance, and hanging out with her friends. Brooke says she has made some of her best friends at dance and loves to be on stage. She would like to thank her amazing teachers, parents, and her little sister. She also wants to give a big shout out to Katie for all she has done for the Nutcracker show!

Kayla is thrilled to be performing the role of Snow Queen this year! She is a Sophomore at Highland High School where she participates in pom as well. In perivous shows Kayla has been in Flowers, Spanish, and Arabian. When she isn't dancing Kayla likes to bake and hang out with her friends. She loves to perform and getting to learn and grow with each performance. Kayla would like to thank her team for supporting her in this role, to her teachers that helped push her, and to her loving family.

Eric, also known as Drosselmeyer, Marketing Guru, Vocal Performance Director, and artist extraordinaire wears many hats here at INSPIRE! We are so lucky he shares his talents with our Nutcracker audience! Most days, Eric earns himself A's in the school of Life! When he isn't at INSPIRE he loves being with his family, singing, taking fun vacations, watching or playing soccer, reading good book, and going to church. Eric loves being able to perform because he gets to tell stories that move and inspire people. He would like to thank his beautiful wife who supports him in all he does. His kids, who are his biggeset cheerleaders. and his studio family for all the joy that they bring to him.

Trey has grown up at the studio and has performed many roles from Fritz, to Russians, and our Nutcracker prince! Trey is attending MCC where he is majoring in Psychology. Some of his favorite things to do are cheer on the Phoenix Suns, teach hip hop, and riding roller coasters!! Trey says, "Dance brings me so much joy! I love taking what I'm feeling and putting it into movement. I also really value the relationships I've made through dance which is another reason I have so much love for it!" Trey would like to thank Katie and Maria for helping this hip hop dancer become a ballet dancer too! And to his mom, Krista, for helping him find his love for dance. And to Crew, just cause.

Kenzie is a Senior at Highland High School and new to our Nutcracker team! Kenzie is a member of INSPIRE's Vocal Performance company and has been in many INSPIRE shows! He loves to sing, dance, run, hang out with friends, work at Chick-Fil-A, and be at INSPIRE. Kenzie dances and performs because it helps him feel loved and at peace. "It just brings so much joy and makes me happy!" Kenzie would like to thank everybody at INSPIRE for helping him be a better singer, dancer, and person. He is so grateful to have the opportunity to be in this amazing show! "Thank you to my mom, step-dad, Eric, Sarah, Kyleen, Krista, Michael, Katie, Aly, Kenzi, Trey, Crew, and so many more!"

Watchout for this dynomite! Megan is our Arabian soloist this year and will blow your mind! You will also see her in Sweeter Music, Snow Sprites, and Fairies! Megan is a Sophomore at Highland High School. When she isn't dancing Megan likes to read, ride bikes, draw, and listen to music. Megan says that dance is an artistic escape for her. A chance to explore and create. Megan would like to thank everyone for coming out and supporting our show! Enjoy!

Mae, a 7th grader at Heritage Academy, is this years Chinese soloist. She is also a Doll, Snowflake, and Flower. Mae has also been able to dance the roles of Ladies in Waiting, Fairy, Gingerbread, and Candies. She loves to sleep, jump on the tramp, play the piano, eat, shop, and ride her bike. Mae loves all the ways she can express herself with dance. The friendships it has brought to her and the love she feels from them. Mae would like to thank her INSPIRE family! For the teachers, atmosphere, and support! And to her amazing, hardworking parents that pay and support her.

Britney is a 8th grader at Greenfield Junior High. This year Britney is performing the roles of Spanish, Fairies, and Snow. She has also previously been in Flowers, Russians, and our Mouse Doll! Britney loves to dance, sing, and hang out with her friends. She says she loves to dance because it's the best way she has found to express herself. The joy she gets from performing and learning, as well as the friendships she has made, makes dance her true passion in life. When asked who she would like to thank Britney said, "Thank you to my parents for supporting me. To my dance directors for teaching and inspiring me. My friends for being amazing, loving, and encouraging. And thank you to my big sister Brooke, for being a great role model and sister to me!"

Sophia is no strager to our Nutcracker stage! She has been everything from Mouse, Angel, Jester, Party Girl, Fairies, Snowflake, Flowers, Arabian, Dussian, mouse doll, to this years Spanish, Maid, Snow Sprite, and Flower! A 9th grader at Mountain View High School, Sophia keeps herself pretty busy! Between dance, pom, school, hanging out with friendsm and game nights, this girl is always on the move! She says she loves how she feels when she dances! It is the best way to express emotions and feelings. Sophia would like to thank her directors and teachers. "Katie has taught me ever since I was a little girl, and Maria has helped me grow so much this year and is a great mentor!" She is especially thankful for her parents who have given her everything!

Sydney is this years Reed Flute Soloist! She is also a Snowflake and a Fairy! Her past roles include Clara, Party Girl, Soldier, Mouse, Fairy, and Snow. Sydney is a 9th grader at Mountain View High School. She loves to dance, sleep, eat, hang out with friends, and watch TV. Sydney says she dances because, "It is an escape from everything else in life. I have so many friends at dance that I love!" She would like to that her family for supporting her and helping her get to where she is now. To Katie, Becca, and Maria for believing in her and spending time helping her learn and grow with her solo this year!