MEET THE TEAM
Owner/Artistic Director
Jorie Davis
Jorie is a passionate director, teacher, performer, and diet coke enthusiast. With a love for making people laugh and connecting with her students and families, she is excited to bring her energy and enthusiasm as the founder and artistic director of Musical Theatre East!
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Jorie has been involved in the performing arts since she can remember, performing in community theatre shows in Texas and Arizona throughout childhood and youth. After studying Theatre at Scottsdale Community College, she went on to teach theatre with MoezArt Productions, KidStage, Gilbert Christian Schools, and most recently, San Tan Charter School where she built the 3rd-12th Theatre Arts program from scratch.
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She believes that the mission and purpose of MTE is needed here in the East Valley. She can't wait to see what God continues to do through this endeavor.
Assistant Director/Show Coordinator
Tiffany Davis
Tiffany Davis brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role as Assistant Director and Show Coordinator. With a journey in theater spanning back to her early years at age 9, Tiffany has dedicated herself to the craft, including active involvement in community theater in her adulthood. As a seasoned Assistant Director with Moezart Productions, she has honed her skills in guiding productions to success. Beyond her theatrical endeavors, Tiffany has been a devoted theater mom and homeschooler since 1996, demonstrating her commitment to nurturing young talent and fostering a love for the arts. Tiffany's organizational and leadership skills ensure that productions run smoothly as Show Coordinator. She is dedicated not only to the artistic development of students but also to instilling values that illuminate their paths, allowing their talents to shine brightly for all to see.
Choreographer
Stephanie Sliker
Originally from New York, Ms Stephanie has been dancing since the age of 3. She has a Masters in Education, Montessori Certification, AZ teaching certification & Dance Masters of America Certification. Sharing her passion for dance is a life long journey and fulfillment for her. She love kids of ALL AGES and seeing the excitement coming from their accomplishments makes her feel proud and excited for and with them!
Ms. Stephanie grew up with a passion for dance. United Academy of the Performing Arts was a dance studio in Oneida, NY, that offered dance classes in tap, jazz, ballet, musical theater, acrobatics, lyrical, hip hop and modern. Under the direction of Ms. Sandie Fukes & Ms. Wende Warne, she was involved in multiple classes and this is where Stephanie truly found her passion for dance and flourished. She was involved in competitions throughout the northeast and won multiple championships throughout her years between the ages of 7 and 17.
Ms. Stephanie went on to dance professionally after attending Oklahoma City University for Dance Performance. She has danced and taught all over the United States over the past 20+ years. She now has a dance studio called DanceUp in Mesa and a family and has decided to settle here in AZ to share her passion with everyone who comes to her.
Music Director
Kathy Chick
Kathy Chick was a director and musical director for 17 years with MoezArt Productions in Phoenix. She has worked with all ages from 5-70+. Some of her favorite shows she's musically directed include Seussical, Is There a Doctor in the House, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Meet Me in St Louis, Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, She Loves Me, and You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Some of her favorite shows she's acted in and also served as the musical director for are Annie (Boylan Sister), The Music Man (Pick-a-little Lady), The Sound of Music (Mother Abbess), and Honk (Ida; Zony nomination). After spending 2 years in Texas, she's back in Arizona and excited to work at Musical Theatre East.
Kids Director
Dawn Roeth
Bio Coming Soon!
Kids Director
Ellie Roeth
Bio Coming Soon!