MUSICAL THEATRE STAFF

By assembling people who not only have the qualifications to teach but also possess great character traits and values is what truly sets us apart. We feel that you would be hard pressed to find a better staff anywhere! Faulkner's Dance & Gymnastics is a group of highly trained and qualified professionals, considered to be the finest and most knowledgeable in their field. Working together for a common goal to build self-esteem and sport makes our staff unparalleled.

Our team of instructors, coaches and staff members ensure that each gymnast, dancer, cheerleader, taekwondo or whatever you participate in is given the best possible experience. Staff at Faulkner's Dance & Gymnastics have the ability to work with every level of athlete, from beginner to professional. Helping each individual to reach their full potential is the end result. Our talented faculty brings to Faulkner's Dance & Gymnastics years of professional experience from the national stage, television, film, gymnastics national competitions and Broadway as well as local productions.

	Mike Morgan: Director of Guitar Mike graduated at G.I.T. (Musicians Institute) Hollywood Ca. with honors in '87 where he stayed on as a private instructor for two years before interning at A & M recording studios. Has many album credits and the last six years has toured the world zs the "Jimmy Page" in the countries no. 1 Led Zepplin tribute ZoSo. His strengths are theory, technique and patience. Currently teaching at Bluesmasters.
	Kristin Mattison: Director of Voice B.S. Degree in Music Education with a concentration in voice from Fayetteville State University. Currently, Kristin is a music teacher at Hillsborough Elementary School where Kristin has been teaching for four years. Kristin is classically trained and can sing all genres of music. She has a special interest in music theatre and enjoys working with children and young adults. Some of Kristin's performances include a workshop of the musical, The Notebook and an appearance on the T.V. series "One Tree Hill".
	Hannah Zapfe: Director of Piano Currently is a music student at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Hannah is a native of of Westlake, Ohio where she has studied piano for over 13 years. She now studies with Dr. Thomas Otten at the University of Chapel Hill. Hannah's soloist endeavors allow her to participate in competitions and vairous local performances through the UNC Music Departments in addition to annual recitals. Hannah also works as a vocal accompanist and is the pianist in the UNC Symphony Orchestra.