About StageRight!
School for the Performing Arts
StageRight! is a vibrant, year-round performing arts school where students of all ages discover their voice, build confidence, and experience the magic of live theatre. Founded in 1998, we’ve grown from a small group of 12 students into a dynamic community serving hundreds each year through professional instruction in acting, voice, dance, and musical theatre.
Our students train side-by-side with working artists and industry professionals, gaining hands-on experience both in the classroom and on stage. Through productions, camps, and inclusive programs designed for learners of all backgrounds and abilities, StageRight! creates a supportive environment where creativity thrives and every performer has the chance to shine.
Our Mission
As a nonprofit organization, StageRight!’s mission is to provide high-quality performing arts education and real stage experiences that help students grow as artists, find belonging and build confidence.
Our Vision
To be a trusted home for performing arts education where students of all experience levels are challenged, supported, and inspired to grow on stage and beyond.
Our Values
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Excellence: We pursue quality in our instruction, performances and student experience.
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Belonging: We create a welcoming environment where students feel supported, accepted and valued.
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Confidence: We inspire students to find their voice, take creative risks, and grow on stage and beyond.
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Community: We build connections through partnerships, performances and experiences that celebrate the arts.
Board of Directors
StageRight! is governed by a volunteer, unpaid Board of Directors that strives to represent a broad cross-section of the communities and constituencies we serve.
The Role of the Board of Directors is to participate in the development of this organization’s mission; to ensure that the mission is implemented; to carry out their duties according to state and federal laws and regulations; and to comply with the internal policies and bylaws governing the organization.
The Board is responsible for the development, interpretation, and oversight of policies guiding the organization’s purpose. They support and uphold the duties of the Executive Director and Staff, which are focused on the management and implementation of the organization’s work.
The Board of Directors can be reached collectively at stagerightbod@gmail.com
Board Members
Meghan Scalise, President
MS, OT/L, CLT
Director, Ambulatory Services
UPMC Magee Womens Hospital
James Bendel, Vice President
B.A. Political Science,Saint Vincent College 1960
M.A.T. University of Pittsburgh 1968
Honorary Doctorate Saint Vincent College 1985
Captain United States Navy, Retired
Ryann Heverly, Secretary
Accounting Controller, MBA
AccOps North America
Philips, Inc.
Laura Pawlik, Treasurer
BS Business Administration in Finance & International Business
Expert Financial Analyst
UPMC Mercy/Magee Women's Hospital
Danae Brentzel-Martina, Board Member
BA, MA, NBCT
English Instructor and Junior Class Advisor
Norwin School District
Kathleen Shaffer, Board Member
BS Elementary Education
Middle Level Social Studies Certification
K-12 Principal Certification
Educator, North Star School District (1985-2018)
Producer, North Star Musicals (2001-2018)
Amy Filer, Board Member
BS Business Logistics
MBA
Independent Marketing Consultant
Doug Estok, Board Member
Air Force Veteran
West Penn Power - First Energy
Pittsburgh Performance Photography, Owner