IMPACT
18
Years of Excellence
Since 2006, Broadway Dreams has been a leading force in performing arts education.
55+
Global Reach
Programs conducted in 55+ U.S. and Canadian cities and 8 countries.
$1.5Mil
Scholarships
Over $1.5 million awarded in needs-based scholarships, empowering approximately 50% of our students.
150+
Broadway Successes
150+ student debuts on Broadway and national tours.
20K+
Student Engagement
20,000+ students engaged globally.
MISSION
At Broadway Dreams, our mission is to dismantle the barriers that stand between talented young people and their dreams in the performing arts. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, we strive to provide youth and young adults of all socioeconomic backgrounds with performance training, life skills building, and mentorship opportunities from the entertainment industry’s most distinguished talents.
THE EXPERIENCE
Broadway Dreams offers a diverse range of programs to meet the needs of young performers:
Summer Intensives
Weeklong intensive programs focused on acting, singing, and dancing held throughout the U.S. and beyond.
Workshops & Masterclasses
Workshops and Masterclasses
Chartered Programs
Partnerships with performing arts high schools and universities
Exclusive Network
Unprecedented access to the entertainment industry’s most distinguished casting agencies, educators, directors, and more!
All programs provide high-level instruction from seasoned Broadway professionals and are often offered at little to no cost to participants.
SUPPORT & MENTORSHIP
What sets Broadway Dreams apart is our unparalleled support infrastructure. We create inclusive spaces where students of all backgrounds can explore their artistic potential. Our network of Broadway professionals provides mentorship and forms the basis of emotional support and professional opportunity for our students’ future careers.
SUPPORT & MENTORSHIP
What sets Broadway Dreams apart is our unparalleled support infrastructure. We create inclusive spaces where students of all backgrounds can explore their artistic potential. Our network of Broadway professionals provides mentorship and forms the basis of emotional support and professional opportunity for our students’ future careers.
WORLD-CLASS FACULTY
Our faculty includes top Broadway professionals such as:
Billy Porter
Emmy, Grammy, & Tony Award-Winner
“Pose”, Kinky Boots
Tituss Burgess
Emmy Nominee
“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”
Alex Newell
Tony Award-Winner
“Glee”, Shucked
Spencer Liff
Emmy Award Nominated Choreographer
“So You Think You Can Dance”, Drag: The Musical
Stafford Arima
Director
Allegiance
Connor Gallagher
Choreographer
Beetlejuice
D.B. Bonds
Director
Boop!
Otis Sallid
Director & Choreographer
Smokey Joe’s Cafe
Gordon Greenburg
Director
Heart of Rock & Roll
Maxx Reed
Choreographer
Beetlejuice
Michael McElroy
Director
Rent
John Bronston
Music Director
The Wiz
Jenn Coella
Suffs
Sara Jean Ford
The Phantom of the Opera
Ryann Redmond
Borderlands: The Movie
Heidi Blickenstaff
Something Rotten!
Quentin Earl Darrington
MJ: The Musical
Carina-Kay Louchiey
MJ: The Musical
Alysha Umphress
On the Town
Christopher J. Hanke
How to Succeed…
Jason Gotay
“Gossip Girl,” Spider-Man
Mimi Scardulla
Cabaret
Alexa Green
Wicked
Alex Ellis
Titianique
Christopher Campbell
MJ: The Musical
Warren Egypt Franklin
Hamilton
Matthew Scott
An American in Paris
Elizabeth Stanley
Jagged Little Pill
Tyler Hanes
CATS
Board of Directors
Annette Tanner
Founder + President
RYAN STANA
Board Chair
MARJORIE WYNN
Vice Chair, Gala Chair
SONYA SCHROEDER
Secretary
MIKE COX
Treasurer, Finance Chair
MARTHA GORJANC
Sponsorship, Partnership, and Development Chair
MARGARET BUSCH
Nominating, Governance, and People & Culture Chair
BRUCE DAITCH
Gordon Greenberg
DAN KNECHTGES
ALEX NEWELL
Mark Morrow
CHRIS ROBERTS
ADAM C. SANSIVERI
LYNNE LATHAM SLEAR
Annette Tanner
Founder + President
RYAN STANA
Board Chair
MARJORIE WYNN
Vice Chair, Gala Chair
SONYA SCHROEDER
Secretary
MIKE COX
Treasurer, Finance Chair
MARTHA GORJANC
Sponsorship, Partnership, and Development Chair
MARGARET BUSCH
Nominating, Governance, and People & Culture Chair
BRUCE DAITCH
Gordon Greenberg
DAN KNECHTGES
ALEX NEWELL
Mark Morrow
CHRIS ROBERTS
ADAM C. SANSIVERI
LYNNE LATHAM SLEAR
Staff
Annette Tanner
Founder + President
Ryan Ratelle
General Manager
Sarah Hartmann
Artistic Director
Anastasia
Tyson Francis
Company Manager
Rachel Hoffman, CSA
Director of Engagement and Opportunity
Peter Dunn, CSA
Director of Engagement and Opportunity
Neal Radding
Development Director
Hannah Kathleen Hawkshaw
Marketing Director
Rico LeBron
Social Media Manager
Alicia Fox-Lenz
Graphic Designer
PARTNERSHIPS & GLOBAL REACH
Broadway Dreams collaborates with prestigious organizations and theaters to enhance our programs:
Domestic Partners:
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Delaware Theatre Company, Ebony Repertory Theatre, Gallo Center for the Arts.
International Reach:
Programs in Brazil, Germany, New Zealand, Russia, and Kenya.
PARTNERSHIPS & GLOBAL REACH
Broadway Dreams collaborates with prestigious organizations and theaters to enhance our programs:
Domestic Partners:
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Delaware Theatre Company, Ebony Repertory Theatre, Gallo Center for the Arts.
International Reach:
Programs in Brazil, Germany, New Zealand, Russia, and Kenya.
BENEFITS OF SUPPORTING THE ARTS AS AN ORGANIZATION
Supporting the arts provides numerous benefits for organizations, including:
Enhanced Brand Image:
Align your brand with an inclusive, mission-driven organization dedicated to transforming lives through the arts.
Community Engagement:
Demonstrate your commitment to social responsibility by investing in community programs that foster artistic talent and cultural enrichment.
Employee Satisfaction:
Boost morale and pride within your organization by supporting initiatives that make a positive impact on society.
Networking Opportunities:
Connect with like-minded businesses, influencers, and professionals in the arts and philanthropic communities.
Tax Benefits:
Contributions to Broadway Dreams, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, are tax-deductible, offering financial advantages for your organization.
Talent Development:
Support the cultivation of future artists, some of whom may go on to contribute to the entertainment industry and beyond, benefiting society at large.
TESTIMONIALS
I gained inspiration, a second family, the realization of my dream, and the guts to chase it.
Every faculty member has helped me to grow into the performer and person that I am today. I owe a lot to this inspiring community for my success.
Join us in making the dream of a career in the performing arts a reality for all.
Support Broadway Dreams through donations, partnerships, or sponsorships. Together, we can open doors and change lives.
Join us in making the dream of a career in the performing arts a reality for all.
Support Broadway Dreams through donations, partnerships, or sponsorships. Together, we can open doors and change lives.