Conservatory Staff and Teaching Artists

Kim Capozzoli

(Conservatory Business Manager) After a successful career as an advertising executive, Kim pivoted and became involved in all aspects of education and the arts in her community. She served as PTO President and liaison to the District Superintendent, Board Member of the Social Emotional Learning Committee, Board Member of the Music Parents Association, Drama Program Director of Development/Fundraising, Production Photographer, and Costume Designer/Wardrobe Manager for choral productions, plays and musicals. Kim played an integral role in guiding her daughter’s development in the performing arts and looks forward to sharing her knowledge and experience with the Goldner Conservatory students and their families. Kim holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Design, and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. A graduate of the Yoga Alliance 200 Hour Training and 25 Hour Yin Programs, she enjoys taking the practice of yoga off the mat and into everyday life interactions. Kim became involved with the Maltz Jupiter Theatre as a volunteer working with young actors, the production team, costume shop and front of house. She is beyond thrilled to join the Maltz in a more formal capacity and is delighted to welcome students to the new Goldner Conservatory.

For general administrative assistance, registration and scholarship inquiries.
Email: kcapozzoli@jupitertheatre.org
Phone: (561) 781-3026

Lauren Bell

(Conservatory Curriculum and Programs Manager) Lauren Bell is a strategic arts education and operations leader with over 17 years of professional performing and theatrical experience spanning from Miami to New York City. Having previously graced the Maltz Jupiter Theatre stage in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and Gypsy, Lauren brings a deep, personal connection to the local theatrical community alongside a rigorous academic and administrative foundation. She holds a Master of Science in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University, where she graduated as Valedictorian and received the Advanced Achievement Award, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & Communications from Palm Beach Atlantic University. Lauren’s career uniquely bridges the artistic and business sides of the performing arts. She has served as a dance instructor and choreographer for prominent regional institutions including the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Saint Andrews School, and Dance Theater of Florida. Her administrative and leadership experience includes roles as Administrative Director & Box Office Manager for Boca Ballet Theatre, Theater Manager for New York City's The PIT Loft, and General Manager/Studio Manager for premier fitness and wellness franchises. Therefore, by combining expertise in multi-line curriculum development, faculty recruitment, and theatrical production coordination, Lauren is excited to dance right into this role at the Goldner Conservatory and witness the next generation become the stars of tomorrow.

LOGAN Messer

(Conservatory Marketing and Outreach Coordinator) Logan Messer is a Jupiter, Florida native and lifelong creative whose roots in the arts began at the Goldner Conservatory, where she trained throughout childhood. After studying marketing at Clemson University, Logan built a career in digital storytelling, specializing in social media strategy, brand growth, and content development for rising influencers and organizations. Returning to the Conservatory in a new capacity feels like a full‑circle moment. The place that shaped her as a young artist is now where she brings experience in marketing, communications, and digital engagement. Passionate about community, creativity, and authentic connection, Logan is dedicated to helping the next generation of artists thrive.

Aaliyah Amoin

Aaliyah Amoin is a South Florida-based theater professional who has done both performance and backstage tech work over the years. She began her career in performance arts through classical concert piano and choir, and later in life discovered her love for musical theatre. Aaliyah received her B.A. in Musical Theatre Arts at Palm Beach Atlantic University, where she received training in classical piano and voice, improv, Meisner and Chekov acting methods, and backstage work. When she is not at the Maltz, Aaliyah is a music director for several theaters in South Florida and has music directed shows such as Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (Entr’acte Theatrix), The Wizard of Oz (Rosarian Academy), Jesus Christ Superstar (Entr’acte Theatrix), and Shrek the Musical Jr. (Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre). She is beyond excited to be working with the Maltz Jupiter Theatre to help cultivate young minds and give them the creative tools needed to excel in the professional world.

Briley Crisafi

Briley Crisafi is a professional dancer, choreographer, actor, writer, and educator based out of South Florida. A lifelong performer, she is passionate about the arts’ capability to truly change lives and impact culture. In addition to making her home at MJT, Crisafi teaches Spanish, Musical Theatre, and many technical dance styles for several organizations locally and occasionally in Latin America. She is blessed to have begun her training with Ballet Palm Beach at age four, and since studied with Ballet Vero Beach, Konverjdans NYC, and Infinite Flow of Los Angeles. She has also developed a strong background in musical theatre, frequently studying under original Fosse cast members such as Jill Niklaus; with favorite roles to date including “Anita” in West Side Story and “Tzeitel” in Fiddler on the Roof. Crisafi has co-directed 11 full-length productions -- and counting -- for the arts ministry she runs with her family. She is currently a member of the Demetrius Klein Dance Company and has also danced with Amy Jordan’s Victory Dance Project of NYC. Holding a Communications & Media degree from Southeastern University, she also writes and performs content for Andy Andrews’ Wisdom Harbour Studios in the gulf coast. It is Crisafi’s true joy to share her training and passions with those around her, and pour into the next generation of incredible artists.

Anne-Marie Gerard Galler

Anne-Marie Gerard Galler has been dancing professional since the age of 16, and a proud member of Actors Equity Association and SAG for 40 years. The youngest person ever hired (at the age of 17) for Norwegian Caribbean Cruise Lines, Ms. Gerard Galler went on to perform in the Jerome Robbins National Tour of ‘West Side Story’ in the lead dancer role of Graziella. She performed as an original Broadway member of Me and My Girl and Prince of Central Park. She has also performed in numerous National Tours, regional productions and industrial shows for major clients such as Chrysler, IBM, and Subaru, as well as for a former President at The White House. As Choreographer in Residence for Katonah Lewisboro Schoology District, Croton Teen Theatre and both Professional and Community Theatres, Ms. Gerard Galler has choreographed over 40 productions . Anne-Marie prides herself on making Dance a “fun, integral part of life for students, whether they be 2 or 102.” She is also the creative force behind Triple Threat Teen Theater Workshop, a comprehensive program for grades 1-5 and 6-12 devoted to intensive instruction in the arts of dance, voice, acting and auditioning for Musical Theater. Besides her extensive experience teaching all forms of dance, she is also is a certified YRT Yoga instructor. Ms. Gerard Galler has taught dance to literally hundreds of young people (and adults!) for over two decades throughout New York, Connecticut and the Northeast, and is excited to bring her talents to South Florida!

Adrianna Marquez

Adriana Marquez is an artist with experience in multiple creative fields - visual arts, film, music, dance, and digital media. She has assisted in multiple murals, created movie/play posters, and was assistant director in a documentary that won second place in the The Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films in 2020. As film director, she was a finalist in SSOF 2022 for the official music video for Progress Express by The Lubben Brothers. She designs album covers and official merchandise for local bands including Snake Lounge. In the Spring of 2026, she will be graduating from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor’s degree in Commercial Music Technology.

Natalie Donahue McMahon

Natalie Donahue McMahon is a professional actor born and raised in Tequesta, Florida. Natalie studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York and was a member of their 2015-2016 Company. She has also apprenticed with the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. New York credits include Ismene in Antigone (Random Access Theatre) and sad indie love song (The Arctic Group’s Fridge Fest). Natalie has worked in South Florida from Palm Beach County all the way down to Miami. Notable credits include Palm Beach Dramawork’s One Humanity Tour where Natalie originated two roles in original plays written for middle schoolers , Live to Tell and Hungry Ghosts, and River in Gablestage’s highly praised production of Branden Jacob Jenkins’ Appropriatelast season.

Breeze Pollard

Breeze is a dancer, artist, and model working and living in South Florida for over 10 years. She has been in the performing arts for many years, including training in Musical Theatre at Palm Beach Atlantic University. She joined Demetrius Klein Dance Company in 2024 and was delighted to be welcomed into the Maltz Theatre teaching artist cohort in 2025. When not teaching your little ones the joy of theatre, she can usually be found dancing with DKDC, modeling for any number of art schools in South Florida, or in her home studio creating textile art and writing poetry.

Aliya Rajnic

Beginning at Silver Spring Dance Conservatory in Lancaster, PA, Aliya has trained in modern, ballet, and jazz techniques for 20 years. After completing her B.A. in Dance at Palm Beach Atlantic University, Aliya now works as a professional stage manager and choreographer, while pouring back into the WPB arts community through teaching. Through her stage management work, she has had opportunities to work alongside many renowned dance artists, including Branndi Lewis, Amy Jordan, and Buddha Stretch. She consistently manages performances and masterclasses at the Kravis Center, City Place WPB, and the Norton Museum of Art, among others. She has premiered choreographic works as a guest artist at Palm Beach Atlantic University and with Demetrius Klein Dance Company (where she dances as a company artist), as well as at the Trust Dance Festival in PA. Ultimately, Aliya is passionate about building up dancers to have strong technique alongside ever-increasing artistry and is delighted to draw from her musical theatre roots through her work with the Goldner Conservatory.

Avery Sommers

Avery Sommers has appeared on Broadway in Ain’t Misbehavin’, Show Boat, Chicago, and Platinum, in addition to national tours of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas with Ann-Margret, and Chicago with Chita Rivera and Joel Grey, and featured roles in 10 independent films, all shot in South Florida. She continues to perform at south Florida leading live music venues while also serving on the boards of directors for the Carbonell Awards and the Maltz Jupiter Theatre, and on the Honorary Board of Advisors for The Society for the Preservation of the Great American Songbook.

Kristen Vencel

Kristen is a performer, choreographer, and filmmaker who serves as Artistic Director of Demetrius Klein Dance Company. She earned her BA in dance at Palm Beach Atlantic University and has enjoyed cross-cultural studies in dance internationally in Russia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Panama. She has appeared in productions across South Florida, USA with the Palm Beach Symphony, the Downtown Development Authority of West Palm Beach, the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County, the Natural Movers Foundation, Christ Fellowship Church, Future Commerce, and more. In addition to dancing, with experience in many styles of dance including modern, jazz, ballet, hip hop, salsa, and musical theater, Kristen provides support and strategic feedback to students studying dance in local college and studio settings. Dance is part of her expression, her worship, and the depths of who she was made to be. You can connect with her on social media @iamkristenvencel

Jevon White

Jevon White is a purposed actor, writer, and director. With over 90 credits in film and television and more than 200 commercials that airs nationally and locally. Native to south Florida but is well traveled. Jevon is also an Army Vet with 8 years of service. Still continues to serve his community through teaching acting and filmmaking to the youth in his community and incorporated CharActor Development as an NPO, founded Catapult International Film Festival, and even created the Top-Rated app, ImBooked. Jevon can be seen on almost every streaming platform playing various characters. For updates follow him on social media @jevonwhite

Carol Comune

Carol Comune is a distinguished American pianist, composer, and Steinway Artist whose music has captured a global audience, surpassing 64 million streams across 200 countries. Rooted in a seamless fusion of her Italian heritage with Classical and Neo-Classical influences, Carol inspires young musicians to discover their own voice through the exploration of character, imagery, poetry, and creative imagination. Her performance career spans iconic stages from Lincoln Center and Jordan Hall to NBC’s Today Show, guided by a prestigious lineage of mentors, including Donald Waxman and the legendary Anthony di Bonaventura. As a specialist in narrative and programmatic composition, Carol weaves storytelling into music. Her acclaimed catalog features 21 celebrated albums, including her highly successful recent release of original music, Sognare. Her honors include being named the 2022 NJMTA/MTNA Commissioned Composer and receiving SoloPiano.com’s Classical Album of the Year. With a teaching legacy spanning over 50 years, Carol is a three-time recipient of the Steinway Top Teacher Award. Her students consistently win top honors—including recent 1st Place Division wins at the Charleston Sonatina Festival and Composition Winners in the SCMTA Competition—frequently debuting at Carnegie Hall.

Jacobi Howard

Jacobi Howard is an actor, writer, and director whose work spans stage, screen, and education. He currently serves as the Theatre Director at Oxbridge Academy, where he continues to cultivate bold, socially engaged storytelling while mentoring the next generation of artists. As a performer, Howard has collaborated with major studios including Netflix, Legendary Pictures, and Sony Pictures, with credits spanning projects such as The Harder They Fall, The Book of Clarence, War Room, and other notable titles. His career has brought him into creative partnership with influential artists including Jeymes Samuel, the Kendrick Brothers, Idris Elba, and many others including Regina King and Lakeith Stanfield. Howard’s theatrical work has been seen on prominent stages across the country, including The Public Theater (New York), Arena Stage (Washington, DC), and American Stage Theatre Company (St. Petersburg). As a director his credits include: Vinegar Tom, Pinocchio, A Midsummer Nights Dream, FOLK, and The Little Mermaid; showcasing a range that moves fluidly between classical text, contemporary drama, and reimagined narratives. An accomplished playwright and screenwriter, Howard is the author of Pants On Fire, Manifest Destiny of American Education, HUSH, and Nigel Gregger in Akuhdeemia. His writing reflects a deep commitment to storytelling that challenges audiences while remaining accessible and human.

Mary Stucchi

Mary Stucchi graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University in 2007, where she studied theatre and communication. Since then, her dedication to education, performance, and photography has led her down multiple entrepreneurial paths. Stucchi owns a portrait photography business, and has worked extensively in performance and production roles for companies such as The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival, MOD27 Improvisation, and StoryMakers. Mary’s most treasured teaching experience involved homeschooling 4 girls in Kilimanjaro, East Africa for one year. She has led many workshops for arts camps and global education programs locally and internationally. Most Saturdays, you can find Mary at the Kravis Center, where she manages De George Academy, a scholarship-based performing arts school for economically disadvantaged students. Mary is thankful for every student she meets, because they inspire her to keep learning with them.

Randall Swinton

Randall Swinton is an Actor and Stage Manager here in South Florida. He is happy to be back with Maltz Jupiter Theatre as an instructor in the Goldner COnservatory. Some of his favorite credits as an Assistant Stage Manager are G7:2070 (WJLH Productions), Disenchanted! (MNM Theatre), Oliver! (Maltz Jupiter Theatre), Sweet Charity (Maltz Jupiter Theatre), Jersey Boys (Maltz Jupiter Theatre), The Drowsy Chaperone (Wick Theatre), The Amparo Experience (Broadway Factor) and A Christmas Story (Slow Burn Theatre). He is grateful to his friends and family for all of their love and support.

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