Backstage Theater Classes
Adult Black Box Class 18 & Up
Shrek auditions on February 3rd, 2025, at 780 West Main Street Bartow, FL 33830, for ages 13 and up! Show on June 14th, 2024 at Bartow Civic Center
Backstage Theater Staff
Aaron Holland-CEO Director
Lauren Holland -Artistic Director/Choreographer
Lauren Holland -Artistic Director/Choreographer
Aaron holds a Master's in Theatre Arts from Regent University and a Bachelor's from Florida Southern College in Lakeland Florida. He is currently working on his Doctorial in Education at Regent University. Aaron's love for theater is contagious and comes from being mentored and encouraged from well known screen actors/writers Steve and
Aaron holds a Master's in Theatre Arts from Regent University and a Bachelor's from Florida Southern College in Lakeland Florida. He is currently working on his Doctorial in Education at Regent University. Aaron's love for theater is contagious and comes from being mentored and encouraged from well known screen actors/writers Steve and Robyn Peterman Zahn and gained influence to pursue his career from Irone Singleton (TDog) from the Walking Dead and The Blind Side. His teaching techniques are magnetic for kids and teens where he thrives to propel them to their fullest potential on stage. Aaron has performed in roles such as A Christmas Carol (John Scrooge), Tartuffe (Damis) Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and also performed and competed at Disney's Theater Festival in Beauty and the Beast as Maurice . Aaron has also been cast in Lakeland Florida for several roles and was in ' The Thorn' which is a National Touring Show. Aaron also directed the onstage production of Kid Frankenstein, Annie Jr, Beauty and the Beast and Shrek.
Lauren Holland -Artistic Director/Choreographer
Lauren Holland -Artistic Director/Choreographer
Lauren Holland -Artistic Director/Choreographer
Lauren holds a BFA Theatre Performance from Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida, and an MFA in Theater Performance from Regent University. She has performed in many theater roles such as The Lion King (Rafiki) , Beauty and the Beast (Madame de le Grande Bouche) and she competed at Disney's Theater Festival and received an awar
Lauren holds a BFA Theatre Performance from Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida, and an MFA in Theater Performance from Regent University. She has performed in many theater roles such as The Lion King (Rafiki) , Beauty and the Beast (Madame de le Grande Bouche) and she competed at Disney's Theater Festival and received an award for All Stars and Broadway Slam Actress. She has also been in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Big Mama) and Julius Caesar and many more. Her unique approach for improv and theater training has lead her to many roles and opportunities. She also has vocal experience in the professional music field and has performed several times with Johnny Cash's sister Joanne Cash from Nashville TN. Lauren also was cast in in the sitcom Friends Like You with Director Doug Smart from The Golden Girls.
Donna Holland -Cosmetologist/Manager Assist/CFO
Donna Holland -Cosmetologist/Manager Assist/CFO
Donna Holland -Cosmetologist/Manager Assist/CFO
Donna holds a degree in Business and Cosmetology in stage makeup and hair design.
She has worked for 25 years as a hairdresser and costuming for shows like Shrek, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol, Peter Pan, The Lion King and many more. Her passion for stage began when she was in college, where she directed and wrote plays that we
Donna holds a degree in Business and Cosmetology in stage makeup and hair design.
She has worked for 25 years as a hairdresser and costuming for shows like Shrek, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol, Peter Pan, The Lion King and many more. Her passion for stage began when she was in college, where she directed and wrote plays that were specifically targeted for high school and middle school students, Her passion carried over into raising her children in the theater and designing character makeup for theater companies.
Billie Freitas - Stage Manager
Donna Holland -Cosmetologist/Manager Assist/CFO
Donna Holland -Cosmetologist/Manager Assist/CFO
Billie graduated with an Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts from Polk State College and is working on her Bachelor's. She grew up singing and performing in community theaters in such shows as Annie, A Christmas Carol, Sound of Music, Camelot, Godspell, and Little Shop of Horrors. She is married with six wonderful children. While statione
Billie graduated with an Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts from Polk State College and is working on her Bachelor's. She grew up singing and performing in community theaters in such shows as Annie, A Christmas Carol, Sound of Music, Camelot, Godspell, and Little Shop of Horrors. She is married with six wonderful children. While stationed at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Billie was the SKIES Program Children's Theater Director. She directed many shows such as High School Monster Musical, Wizard of Oz, Annie, and many more. She continued her love for working with children by opening a gymnastics gym in New England, bringing those skills to Lakeland, and teaching stunts at Backstage. Her family appeared on Disney+ on Season 2 of Disney's Fairytale Weddings and she loves being the Stage Manager!
Sound & Stage Production
Donna Holland -Cosmetologist/Manager Assist/CFO
Sound & Stage Production
Ray is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in live productions. His journey began as an intern with MGM on a motion picture, where he discovered his passion for live production, props, and stagecraft. With 27 years of expertise in the I.T. field, he excels in professional stage sound and lighting, set rigging, 3D effe
Ray is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in live productions. His journey began as an intern with MGM on a motion picture, where he discovered his passion for live production, props, and stagecraft. With 27 years of expertise in the I.T. field, he excels in professional stage sound and lighting, set rigging, 3D effects, and graphic and media design. In addition to his technical skills, Ray has dedicated 10 years to the broadcast industry, serving as a Manager and DJ at various radio stations, As well as a cameraman and audio technician for live news in television. His diverse background makes him a valuable asset in any production setting.
Brian Bak
Dustin Freitas - Set Design
Sound & Stage Production
Brian is a Web and Digital Media major at Beacon College. He is an awesome asset to Backstage Theater where he is a part of our production team as a lighting tech. Brian is fluent in digital media, ad design, Photoshop, and Power Pro . He has worked shows such as 13 the Musical, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and Shrek.
Dustin Freitas - Set Design
Dustin Freitas - Set Design
Dustin Freitas - Set Design
Dustin retired from the US Army in 2015 after serving his country for 20 years. He graduated from the University of Massachusetts and has a Bachelor's of Business Administration. Dustin is married with six wonderful children who love theater. He has created sets for shows such as Jesus Christ Superstar, Annie, Camelot, High School Monster
Dustin retired from the US Army in 2015 after serving his country for 20 years. He graduated from the University of Massachusetts and has a Bachelor's of Business Administration. Dustin is married with six wonderful children who love theater. He has created sets for shows such as Jesus Christ Superstar, Annie, Camelot, High School Monster , Christmas Hangups, and Wizard of Oz. He ran the SKIES Tech Program for children at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii.
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Dustin Freitas - Set Design
Dustin Freitas - Set Design
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