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Our Team.
Legacy Theater and Music Co. is powered by a dedicated team of artists, educators, and leaders who believe in the power of the performing arts to inspire and connect. Each team member brings their own passion and expertise to help create a welcoming space where students of all ages can grow, learn, and shine.
The Instructors
Production Crew
Shay Yara
Blake Upchurch
Kodi Yara
Greyson Helms
Sophie Newman
Izzy Stevens
Jake Forwerck
Jessica Forwerck
Founder/ Creative Director
Vocal Instructor
President of the Board
Guitar , Bass, Ukulele Instructor
Violin Instructor
Assistant Director
Stage Manager
Choreogapher
Sound Designer
Lighting Designer
Our vocal lessons focus on discovering and strengthening the unique qualities of each singer's voice while building a strong technical foundation. Through targeted exercises, we develop the facial and vocal muscles needed for a powerful, healthy sound that transitions smoothly across registers. Our approach is genre-less, emphasizing solid technique that applies to any style of singing. Whether preparing for auditions, guiding preteens through vocal changes, or refining adult voices, we work with all ages and skill levels to help singers build confidence, control, and artistry in their vocal expression.
Our guitar, bass, and ukulele lessons are designed to help musicians of all ages and skill levels develop strong technique while finding their own unique sound. We focus on building a solid foundation- strengthening finger dexterity, rhythm, and musicality- so players can move seamlessly across styles. Whether your a beginner learning chords, an intermediate player refining your skills, or an advanced musician looking to expand your abilities, our lessons are tailored to your goals. With an emphasis on versatility and creativity, we provide the tools needed to play with confidence in any genre.
The Board
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Drew Strzepek
Set Designer
Drew Strzepek
Treasurer
Jamie Kauffman
Secretary
Victoria Kauffman
Venue Coordinator
In our violin lessons, students of all ages will be guided through the basics of playing the violin in a supportive and encouraging environment. You will learn how to hold the instrument and bow comfortably, how to place fingers correctly, and how to produce a beautiful sound right from the start. We'll introduce simple songs and fun exercises to help you read music, play rhythms, and start exploring melodies you can be proud of. Along the way, you'll also learn how to care for the violin and develop healthy practice habits. Most importantly, lessons are designed to build confidence, spark curiosity and nurture a love for making music.
Jake Forwerck
President of the Board
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