Maddie Mendes

Maddie Mendes

Maddie began her ballet training at age three and a half right here at Lareen Fender’s The Ballet School Performing Arts. She instantly fell in love with the technique, dedication and athleticism associated with the art. She danced her way through the academic...
Ben Bogen

Ben Bogen

Ben is currently Dance Captain and understudying the lead role of Frankie Valli in the national tour of Jersey Boys across America. Previous credits include the World Premiere of SOUSATZKA in Canada, Pittsburgh CLO, Center REP, and CCMT. Proud graduate of the...
Amanda Leigh

Amanda Leigh

Amanda is so excited to be a part of Performing Arts Studio at The Ballet School Performing Arts. She is a graduate of San Francisco State University with a B.A in Theatre Arts with an emphasis in Acting. Amanda has been performing since she was seven years old and...
Michael Doppe

Michael Doppe

Michael Doppe​ has been Acting, Teaching and Directing in the Bay Area for close to a decade​. ​CCMT, Foothill Music Theatre, Center Rep, Contra Costa Musical Theatre, Town Hall Theatre, “OMG I Love That Show” Productions, Missouri Street Theatre, 42nd St....
Vince Perry

Vince Perry

Vince has studied music his entire life. Starting with playing piano at the age of 9yrs old and joining the church boys choir he found his passion of music early. He went on to study music in college at the California State University, Chico under the fine teachings...