American Academy of Dance
Meet Our Staff
Vanessa
Owner
Vanessa
Owner
Originally from Miami, Florida, Vanessa has always aspired to be a dancer, actress, and singer, and she has successfully fulfilled many of those dreams. After graduating with a BFA in Musical Theater, she jumped right into performing. She has been on five national tours, worked as a singer/dancer on cruise ships, in numerous regional theater productions, danced across your television screen in commercials and television spots, and most recently toured as a backup singer and dancer for country sensation Walker Hayes, known for his hit “Fancy Like.” For the past 15 years, she’s had the privilege of acting as the Senior Creative Producer & Casting Director for Nashville’s leading entertainment company, Matt Davenport Productions, creating entertainment experiences and casting dancers, singers, and actors worldwide.
Soren
Owner
Soren
Owner
A Denver native, is an accomplished singer, pianist, drummer, writer/arranger, producer, and director. He studied music at Northwest Missouri State and subsequently traveled the world performing in award-winning ensembles and shows. Additionally, some of his original compositions and arrangements have received worldwide accolades and popularity. Soren is also a sought-after studio singer and musician, recording on numerous albums, movies, and projects alongside artists such as Vanessa Hudgens and Sofia Carson. He has continued creating world-class entertainment as a Vocal Music Director for Royal Caribbean and Virgin Voyages, as well as a Producer for Gary Musick Productions.