Debby is the Director of Education at
Fountain Hills Theater.
Check out current workshops, camps & classes at Fountain Hills Theater by clicking the link below.
Debby has been teaching for 21 years in the Valley of the Sun.
These include The Phoenix Theatre Company, Arizona State University, Scottsdale Community College, Mesa Community College, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, National Association of Teachers of Singing, Distinguished Young Woman’s Scholarship Program and the Miss Arizona Scholarship Program. Currently, she is the Director of Education at Fountain Hills Theater. Debby has helped countless performers get signed with agents and empower their careers. Debby is a graduate from ASU receiving a Bachelor of Music degree with an emphasis in Musical Theatre Performance. She has been a member of the Actors Equity Association union since 1988.
As a teacher, Debby’s mission
…is to introduce and involve young people in the art of performing. The focus is on creative expression and the techniques needed to have the most positive and powerful performance possible through singing, dancing, and acting on stage and screen. Students have the opportunity to explore skills unique to theatre and film, gain confidence in themselves, learn to work as a team, and develop an enduring appreciation and love of musical theatre and performing. She believes in educating the whole student by educating young minds not only creatively but, teaching and instilling hard-work, dedication, responsibility, teamwork, accountability, poise, commitment and collaboration. Students are involved in an effort that gives them lifetime experiences that will extend into their adult lives and encourage them to become active, productive members of their communities.
Here Debby is the guest speaker for the Distinguished Young Women’s Scholarship Program. Each year, she provides the winner private coaching for the national competition in interview, talent, evening gown walk and on stage question.
Quotes from students and parents:
“Few things bring me more joy as a parent than watching my child learn and grow with a smile on his face. And that’s what I get to enjoy when my son takes a class with Debby. He can’t wait to go to camp & he really lights up with confidence when he’s on stage in the musical performance.” ~Kathleen M.
“Debby is an incredible teacher, especially for children. Her warmth, positive attitude, and teaching skills helped my 8 year old learn cold reading for commercials in only a few lessons as well as gave her incredible self confidence, which all resulted in her being signed for representation by a leading local agency. She now is working in all facets of the industry from print to commercials to feature films! Debby's insights into the "business" have been accurate and invaluable. We both feel so fortunate that we were referred to her.” ~ Mitzi K. Represented by Ford/Robert Black Agency
" Our 7 year old daughter had no experience when she started with Debby. Through Debby's instruction she quickly took off! We could not be more thrilled as to how Debby has helped our daughter. We are so thankful that Debby has shared her great wealth of knowledge, professionalism and experience with so many people." ~Mary W.
“For a fun activity, I signed my very shy son up for an on-camera acting class with Debby. He enjoyed TV and movies and I thought it might help him break out of his shell. What occurred blew my mind. I watched his confidence grow by leaps and bounds. He had a blast learning how to do commercials and getting to watch himself on TV. I highly recommend her class.” ~ Nancy W.
"Debby creates a safe environment to learn and thrive in. She goes above and beyond for her students making sure they are prepared for auditions & their performances." ~ Sharon S.
"Our 12 year old daughter had no experience when she started camp with Debby. Through Debby's instruction she quickly took off! We could not be more thrilled as to how Debby has helped our daughter. We are so thankful that Debby has shared her great wealth of knowledge, professionalism and experience with so many people." ~Karen L.
“Debby is GREAT! What a fun person to coach acting and singing with. She challenges me with ideas that make my performing and auditions successful! ~ Jeff : Voice Teacher at a Community College & Professional singer and performer
"I have been working with Debby for a few months now and I came to her having had no experience in the business and she helped me learn and grow in so many ways. Not only have my acting skills improved tremendously, but she has also helped me in my everyday life to be more confident. It amazes me how many wonderful things she has taught me. But the thing that stands out the most about Debby is that she really cares about each person and wants them to be successful.” ~ Kacie - Represented by Leighton Agency