Our Instructors & Staff

Meet our compassionate and highly qualified team of teaching artists. They bring patience, passion, and purpose into every class.

Juliet Yaques, Executive Director

Juliet Yaques, the co-founder of Making Light, brings a wealth of experience and passion to the world of children's theatre. Her artistic...

Emily grew up leaping, twirling, and pirouetting through life as a dancer, which planted in her a lifelong love for the arts. Now, she’s...

Janae Easton is a distinguished artist and former Adjunct Professor at FSU, where she taught in the Painting and Drawing Department....

Joe brings a wealth of experience to his role as Technical Director at Making Light Productions, where he oversees the technical elements...

Hope Mallari is Making Light Productions’ Virtual Assistant, providing vital support across our programs and marketing efforts. With a...

Cameron Garrett, an experienced dance and musical theatre instructor, brings 24 years of teaching performing arts in Tallahassee to...

Tonya John is a highly skilled seamstress and passionate teacher with over 30 years of experience in costume design and creation. With a...

Taylor, a proud graduate of Florida State University's esteemed theatre program, brings a wealth of experience and a versatile skill set...

Julia Blagodir brings a rich and diverse background in theatre and film to Making Light Productions, along with a deep passion for...

Darci Brown wears many hats as an elementary school teacher and a dance instructor at Making Light Productions. She has been a dynamic...

McKenzie is a singer/songwriter and lifelong performer with a deep love for music and theatre. She grew up immersed in choir, musical...

Lillian Deans brings a heart for education and a flair for performance to Making Light Productions. A proud Florida State University...