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Jessica holds a bachelor’s degree in Theatre, Dance, and Film Education (TADF) with a specialization in theater and dance education from Keene State College (Keene NH). Jessica previously served as the education manager upon the opening of PSA and has enjoyed the opportunity to be a hands on participant in the growth and development of the school. Jessica is an accomplished dance and theater educator as well as choreographer. Jessica is committed to the continued growth of Paramount School of the Arts, its programs and the school and theater’s connection to the beautiful Aurora community.

Dyanna received her Bachelor of Business in Marketing in 2008 and her MFA in Choreography from Jacksonville University in 2018. Dyanna previously owned DLD Dance Center for 13 years and has taught adjunct for Dominican University, Aurora University, and North Central College. Dyanna has choreographed several musicals and plays at Dominican University and Aurora University including Mamma Mia!, The Prom, and Spongebob Squarepants the Musical. She began teaching at PSA in 2021 and joined the Administrative team as the Education Manager in 2024. Dyanna is deeply dedicated to education and developing innovative curriculum at PSA. She strives to ensure meaningful and high-quality experiences for both staff and students. Dyanna absolutely loves working with all the amazing students and staff at PSA!

Josely is elated to be a part of Team Education here at the Paramount School of the Arts! Combining her two greatest loves- the Paramount and kids- she can’t wait to work alongside this amazing team of teachers and staff to continue bringing the arts to Aurora

Meagan obtained her Masters in Theatre Directing from Roosevelt University in 2023, and though she continues to freelance direct throughout the Chicagoland area, her roots are in Music and Theatre Education. Meg taught choir for the past 10 years – most recently at Elgin High School, where she was the Director of Choral and Theatre Activities. Meg has directed over 15 shows throughout her career – most recently Big Noise Theatre’s Freaky Friday the Musical, for which she received a Lou Nomination. In addition to theatre, Meg is also directs the Schaumburg Choral Artists 2 (a high school community choir based in Schaumburg), she has served as the Fox Valley Music Festival President, she has presented at the Illinois Music Educators Conference as a clinician, and she is an enthusiastic performer (she is currently an alto member of the Schaumburg Choral Artists, and fronts an Indie-Rock band with her partner, TJ). She is excited to join the PSA team as the Assistant Education Manager!

Jenna is very excited to be a part of the Paramount School of the Arts! She has been dancing since she was a little girl, and her passion continues to grow as she dances through adulthood. A graduate of Illinois State University, Jenna majored in theatre and has had the incredible opportunity to work with students of all ages in theatre, music, and dance. Having been with the Paramount for over a decade, Jenna brings passion and commitment to all things Paramount and PSA!

Alejandra Jaime (she/her) is a proud East Aurora High School alumni and is delighted to begin teaching voice lessons in her hometown. VIEW FULL BIO

With over 20 years of experience in contemporary, lyrical, tap, jazz, ballet, musical theatre dance and over 8 years of experience teaching…VIEW FULL BIO

Allan Morgan (he/him) is a comedian who has worked in radio, TV and movies, but always returns…VIEW FULL BIO

Ana Silva (she/her) is an award-winning actress, writer, and comedian from Portland, Oregon. An ALTA Award winner for Outstanding Improviser in Chicago (2018), Ana was previously an understudy…VIEW FULL BIO

Andrew MacNaughton (he/him) is an accomplished actor, singer, dancer, and teaching artist originally from Ontario, Canada. VIEW FULL BIO

Bailey (she/her), an Aurora native, has worked with the Paramount for the past five Broadway seasons as a Young Performer Supervisor, most recently on Sound of Music, Fun Home, and currently School of Rock! VIEW FULL BIO

Ben (he/they)  is an actor, singer, and teaching artist on the autism spectrum, and is incredibly excited to be a private voice teacher for the Paramount School of the Arts. VIEW FULL BIO

Brade (he/him) is a Chicago based actor, director, and teaching artist. VIEW FULL BIO

Bridget (she/her) born and raised in Aurora, and proud Aurora University grad. Bridget is excited to work at PSA this fall! Bridget is typically found backstage…VIEW FULL BIO

Brittany (she/her) could not be more excited to return to Paramount School of the Arts! VIEW FULL BIO

With a versatile range in voiceover and acting, CJ (he/him) has brought to life a variety of characters across different media. VIEW FULL BIO

In addition to being a content creator with his own podcast, Daro’s Daring Thoughts, Cordaro (he/him) is also an actor, writer, author, director and acting coach. VIEW FULL BIO

Grace Currie is a music director, soprano, and marketer specializing in choral music, musical theatre, and storytelling. VIEW FULL BIO

Jenna (she/her) has been dancing since she was a little girl, and her passion continues to grow as she dances through adulthood. VIEW FULL BIO

Jenny (she/her) is a dance educator and choreographer whose work has been performed in Sweden, France, and various locations nationwide. VIEW FULL BIO

Jessica (she/her) is excited to continue to train the dancers at Paramount School of the Arts. VIEW FULL BIO

Justin (he/him) is an actor, choreographer and sketch comedian in Chicago. VIEW FULL BIO

Kelly Lipsey is a 2014 graduate of Millikin University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Technical Theater Production and Design. VIEW FULL BIO

Leryn (she/her) is a performing artist and voice teacher based in New York City. VIEW FULL BIO

Liam (he/him) began his career at the Paramount Theatre as a shop hand working on the Broadway Series. VIEW FULL BIO

Liz (she/they) has been dancing since the age of 10, training in a wide variety of styles, including jazz, ballet, hip hop, and contemporary. VIEW FULL BIO

Lucie Kupres (she/her) is an actor, director, and theatre educator from here in Aurora! She is overjoyed to be continuing her theatre journey here…VIEW FULL BIO

Meg (she/her/they) was raised in rural Wisconsin, and focused on music and theater early on. VIEW FULL BIO

Sarah A. Lozano (she/her) is a Chicago Native who has recently joined the Aurora community. VIEW FULL BIO

Dyanna received her Bachelor of Business in Marketing in 2008 and her MFA in Choreography from Jacksonville University in 2018. Dyanna previously owned DLD Dance Center for 13 years and has taught adjunct for Dominican University, Aurora University, and North Central College. Dyanna has choreographed several musicals and plays at Dominican University and Aurora University including Mamma Mia!, The Prom, and Spongebob Squarepants the Musical. She began teaching at PSA in 2021 and joined the Administrative team as the Education Manager in 2024. Dyanna is deeply dedicated to education and developing innovative curriculum at PSA. She strives to ensure meaningful and high-quality experiences for both staff and students. Dyanna absolutely loves working with all the amazing students and staff at PSA!