Dear Stage Door VIP,

We’re excited to share that our VIP newsletter officially has a name — Backstage Pass! Just like a true backstage pass gives you exclusive access behind the curtain, our Stage Door VIP crew will continue to enjoy early updates, first access to registration, and special perks before anyone else. Welcome behind the scenes!

Today, we are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our leadership team, Laura Bland – Artistic Director.

With over 13 years of experience teaching and choreographing, Laura brings a dynamic blend of artistry, versatility, and passion to her role. Raised in a ballet studio, she developed a strong classical foundation before expanding her training to include contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, and improv. Her choreography has earned top awards at competitions, and she has served as Talent Development Director for an international talent-seeking agency. Her professional credits include work for HBO, where she showcased her ability to blend technical excellence with powerful storytelling. Known for her creative vision and her ability to inspire dancers of all levels, Laura is dedicated to fostering a supportive yet challenging environment where students can grow as both artists and performers. We are so excited to have her guiding our vocal, theater, and dance programs as we prepare for an unforgettable launch in 2026.

At Stage Door, we believe in the power and importance of the performing arts. In a time when test scores and core subjects often dominate the conversation, the arts are sometimes mistakenly seen as a luxury. But research and student experience prove otherwise — arts education is essential. The arts activate a different kind of learning, one that fosters creativity, confidence, empathy, and problem-solving skills that are critical for academic achievement, emotional health, and lifelong success. At Stage Door, we live by the philosophy that the arts are not “extras.” They are a necessity to a child’s growth, confidence, and achievement — and we promise to keep that at the heart of everything we do.

As a reminder, your Backstage Pass perks include:

Registration dates will be announced very soon, and you’ll get access first. We can’t wait to share more exciting updates with you in the weeks ahead.

With registration opening soon, we want to remind you that classes will fill quickly. Many of our most popular programs are expected to reach capacity early, and as a Backstage Pass VIP, you’ll get priority access to secure your child’s spot before the public launch. This is your chance to guarantee a place in the classes your child is most excited about.

Spread the word! Invite your friends to join our VIP list so they don’t miss out. Together, we’re building something unforgettable.

With excitement,

The Stage Door Arts Academy Team

“Where Confidence Takes Center Stage”