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Our Directors
Chase Andreae
Director
Grant Andreae is a singer, dancer, actor and balloon artist living and working in Orlando, Florida. Grant received a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Central Missouri in 2019. After meeting his now husband in Australia, Grant has most recently worked 2 cruise ship contracts with Celebrity Cruises and P&O Cruises Australia.
Grant began his theatre, choir, and band work in elementary school and continued faithfully until graduation. He also participated in multiple community theatre programs in his hometown, Kansas City. After fostering his love for theatre throughout his entire education as a child, he knew a life of theatre and performance was the path for him.
Grant is also an entrepreneur. He began a balloon decoration and event entertainment company, Andreae Balloon Studio, in 2023. He enjoys bringing color and joy to spaces that need it. You can check out all the fun at www.andreaeballoonstudio.com or @andreaeballoonstudio on Instagram and TikTok.
In his free time, Grant loves to take walks, spend time with family and friends, and hangout with Mickey Mouse. He is thrilled to join the Impact Theatre team and begin bringing stories to life with students just like you.
Grant Andreae
Director
Chase Andreae is an experienced performer who recently relocated to Florida with his husband, Grant, in 2023 after working for 2 years performing on cruise ships. Chase has cultivated his passion for the arts in his home state, Indiana, obtaining a BFA in Musical Theatre from Ball State University. There he had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed talents and directors including Broadway star, Sutton Foster.
His career has taken him to various stages, including performing at 5 theme parks and various professional theatres. Growing up, he has been a part of a children’s touring theatre for seven summers. In 2018 and 2019, he was a counselor for theatre workshops with Pickleville Playhouse in Utah.
When he’s not immersed in the world of theatre, he enjoys indulging in reality TV, exploring the enchantment of Disney, and cherishing quality time with his nephews.
Erin Woods
Director
Erin Woods is thrilled to be joining the Impact team this season! Theater has been a huge part of her life since childhood–she has worn every hat from performer to tech to choreographer to director to teacher. Highlights of her theater career include working with various community theaters in Florida, training at SAK Comedy Lab and creating the Improv program at Lake Mary High School, sponsoring Troupe 3506 at LMHS for 12 years, receiving the English Speaking Union fellowship for Teaching Shakespeare Through Performance at the Globe Theatre in London, directing productions of Romeo & Juliet, 12th Night, Midsummer Night’s Dream and Much Ado About Nothing through Summer Shakespeare at LMHS, and for the past 3 years, directing the middle school musical productions at Annunciation Catholic Academy. Erin is married to her college sweetheart, Justin, and has two sons, Barrett (14) and Lawson (12). Her other interests include volunteering, singing at church, reading, writing and working out. She is thrilled to share her love and passion for the stage with your children!
Elaine Ashely
Music Director
Elaine Ashley has been the Music Director for Impact Theater for five shows and loves coaching the students. While teaching in both public and private schools for 35 years, she has directed countless productions with youth in grades K-8. She accompanies students at Solo and Ensemble competitions and works as an accompanist at Annunciation Catholic Church, serving as Interim Music Director when needed. She has taught private flute, guitar and piano lessons and sings professionally in many styles of music. Elaine earned her BA in Music Education K-12 from Bowling Green State University in Ohio and
continued her education in Seattle, Washington where she was Assistant Director for the Columbia Boys’ Choir. She is delighted to have this opportunity to share her love of music and see the growth of musicianship within each cast!
Our Impact Staff
Reagan Arnold
Impact Stage Manager
Cheryl Dearing
Impact Costume Manager
Other Staff and Helpers
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Stephen Salinas - Set, Sound and Lights |
Jim Dearing - Set, Sound and Lights | Raymond Bartell - Sound and Lights |
Interested in helping with set creation, sewing costumes, running sound, running music, or running lights? Please reach out to Laura Salinas. Students are welcome to join us and learn the ropes of stage crew, and we are able to sign your volunteer forms.
Impact Theater Board
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Yvonne Rose Longwood Hills Congregational Church Outreach |
Shelly Rose Longwood Hills Congregational Church President |
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Rachelle Lehner Impact Theater Parent |
Stephanie Salinas Longwood Hills Congregational Church Pastor |
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Laura Salinas Impact Theater Administrator |
Margaret Gross Longwood Hills Congregational Church Treasurer |
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Regan Arnold Impact Theater Stage Manager |