Each month, four of our STAR students are highlighted for their growth, leadership, and accomplishments inside and outside of the studio


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#StudentSpotlightSaturday

LAKE FARLEY

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CHAPELHOUSE MEMORY?

I loved it when Joley came onstage to teach us the dance to Believe. She made it so fun and easy!


Would you recommend Chapelhouse to your friends? Why should they join?

YES YES and YES! Chapelhouse is so inclusive. Everyone has a place here.


How has your experience in Chapelhouse impacted your life, outside of the studio?

It’s helped me to break out of my shell and try things that are out of my comfort zone.


What are you most proud of, when you've considered your growth as an artist?

It makes me really proud of myself because I want to be just like my sister.


What are your future goals, as an artist?

To inspire others to sing and dance.


If you could describe Chapelhouse in 3 words, what would they be?

Fun; inclusive; joyful!


What changes or additions would you like to see in the Studio?

Dance classes for nine and up 😉


Are there any classmates or instructors you want to give a shoutout to?

My classmate Madison and my instructors Joley and Mrs. Stephanie!

CHAPELHOUSE LOVES YOU, LAKE! 💕

VALERIE SMITH

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CHAPELHOUSE MEMORY?

My favorite memory is definitely attending Christmas in July Camp last year. It was my first big event, and I loved meeting all the new people there who could understand me. It felt like a second home.


Would you recommend Chapelhouse to your friends? Why should they join?

Yes, I think that it’s a great place to meet new friends who support you and just “get” you. You can be yourself.


How has your experience in Chapelhouse impacted your life, outside of the studio?

Being part of Chapelhouse has helped me feel more comfortable with myself. Not everyone at school could really understand me. But here…I feel seen.


What are you most proud of, when you've considered your growth as an artist?

Definitely the ability to remember and craft my performances. I feel like it’s helped grow my mind and my confidence.


What are your future goals, as an artist?

I am not sure what I want to do what I want when I grow up. But, I do know I’m passionate about theater and performing. So, I know I want it always to be part of my life.


If you could describe Chapelhouse in 3 words, what would they be?

Fun, Kind and Loving


What changes or additions would you like to see in the Studio?

More performances!


Are there any classmates or instructors you want to give a shoutout to?

Shoutout to my sister Morgan! She has tried so many new things in class.

CHAPELHOUSE LOVES YOU, VAL!

LACEY BEAGLE

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CHAPELHOUSE MEMORY?

Newsies Camp has to be my favorite memory! I loved being in the showcase as well as helping to choreograph it!


WOULD YOU RECOMMEND CHAPELHOUSE TO YOUR FRIENDS? WHY SHOULD THEY JOIN?

Yes! Chapelhouse Studios provides an environment where you can build your confidence and performance skills.


HOW HAS YOUR EXPERIENCE IN CHAPELHOUSE IMPACTED YOUR LIFE, OUTSIDE OF THE STUDIO?

It has helped me to become more confident in my abilities and talents.


WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF, WHEN YOU'VE CONSIDERED YOUR GROWTH AS AN ARTIST?

I am most proud of conquering my fears of performing in front of people.


WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE GOALS, AS AN ARTIST?

To become a singer or a singing coach.


IF YOU COULD DESCRIBE CHAPELHOUSE IN 3 WORDS, WHAT WOULD THEY BE?

Fun, supportive, and kind.


WHAT CHANGES OR ADDITIONS WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE IN THE STUDIO?

For there to be more singing opportunities.


ARE THERE ANY CLASSMATES OR INSTRUCTORS YOU WANT TO GIVE A SHOUTOUT TO?

I would like to give a shout out to all the students in Chapelhouse Co, for always being so supportive. I also want to give a shout out to all my mentors at Chapelhouse. They have all helped me so much to grow and to find new interests.

CHAPELHOUSE LOVES YOU, LACEY! 🫶🏻

KENZIE JOHNSON

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CHAPELHOUSE MEMORY?

My absolute favorite Chapelhouse memory was our Term 2 performance! Learning Revolting Children from Matilda and getting to perform it in front of our family and friends was really exciting!


WOULD YOU RECOMMEND CHAPELHOUSE TO YOUR FRIENDS? WHY SHOULD THEY JOIN?

Of course! Instead of being just a face in a crowd of people, Chapelhouse gives EVERYONE an opportunity to shine on stage!


HOW HAS YOUR EXPERIENCE IN CHAPELHOUSE IMPACTED YOUR LIFE, OUTSIDE OF THE STUDIO?

Chapelhouse has made me more confident as a performer and has given me the courage to take more risks.


WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF, WHEN YOU'VE CONSIDERED YOUR GROWTH AS AN ARTIST?

I am proud that I am no longer afraid to belt out any song in front of any person at any moment in time!


WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE GOALS, AS AN ARTIST?

I would love for my name to be known all around the world as a Broadway performer!


IF YOU COULD DESCRIBE CHAPELHOUSE IN 3 WORDS, WHAT WOULD THEY BE?

Powerful, Inviting, and Unique


WHAT CHANGES OR ADDITIONS WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE IN THE STUDIO?

I would love for more people to join Chapelhouse so they can experience how magical it really is!


ARE THERE ANY CLASSMATES OR INSTRUCTORS YOU WANT TO GIVE A SHOUTOUT TO?

Stephanie, Joley, and Ashlyn....thank you for believing in me and always loving me for me. To my fellow Chapelhouse Co. family, thank you for always making my Mondays the best night of the week!

CHAPELHOUSE LOVES YOU, KENZIE! 🌟