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Lindsey Ranz

Lindsey Ranz is a passionate Theater Teacher, Director, and Choreographer originally from Colorado. She studied Film Acting at the Savannah College of Art and Design and Theater Education at the University of Northern Colorado, and holds an Associate’s Degree in Psychology. Lindsey has been involved in theater since the age of 15, when she first fell in love with the art form’s unique ability to tell stories, create connection, and spark a sense of wonder.


Salvatore Pecorella

Salvatore Pecorella, our Director of Administration, has served Charlotte Academy of the Arts since December of 2010. Salvatore…more → Salvatore Pecorella


Danelle Richie

Danelle Richie is a native Charlottean with a love of music that goes back to elementary school when…more → Danelle Richie


Scottie Jordan

Scottie Jordan has been playing guitar for 45 years. His experience is vast and has ranged from touring…more → Scottie Jordan


Samantha Gangal

Samantha is an actress, singer and model originally from Charlotte, now living in Los Angeles. Her career began…more → Samantha Gangal


Caroline Kirk

Caroline Kirk was a longtime voice and musical theatre student at CAM. At CAM, Caroline played the leading…more → Caroline Kirk


Ivan Mallon

“In 2014, I moved to California to pursue acting full time. I was fortunate enough to book one…more → Ivan Mallon


Chad Thompson

Chad Thompson has been obsessed with everything music since he first heard The Beatles as a very young…more → Chad Thompson


Pamela Hughes

Pamela is thrilled to be part of the piano faculty of The Academy!  She has a Bachelor of…more → Pamela Hughes


Regina Ziliani

Regina Ziliani’s love for the arts began early—on stage, in dance classes, and in music-filled rooms across the…more → Regina Ziliani


Manana Restiano

Manana loves sharing the joy or music with her students!  Manana holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in…more → Manana Restiano


Phyllis Teague

Phyllis has been teaching privately for over 30 years. She began her study of piano in Charlotte with Mrs.…more → Phyllis Teague


Irina Kornilova

Irina Kornilova has spent more than thirty years educating music students, ages from 4 years old to adults.…more → Irina Kornilova