Hello dance families! My name is Lyric Clifton-Bowen, and I am a dedicated performer and dance/theatre instructor from Toledo, OH. My dance journey began over 12 years ago, fueled by my love for theatre and cheer. Since then, I've performed in over 40 productions and choreographed my first musical at 15, which ignited my passion for choreography. By 17, I directed my first professional show, discovering my love for leadership in the arts. I've written and directed numerous plays and musicals, choreographed for schools and community theaters, and have spent the last six years teaching aspiring performers. I also participated in a professional tour for the premiere of a new musical, further honing my craft. As a former studio owner, I am thrilled to bring my passion and experience in dance, theatre, and performance to Aria Performing Arts. I look forward to inspiring the next generation of dancers and performers in my new role as Dance Director!
Madison Fox is a student at Owens Community College who is working towards an associate's degree in American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting. Madison previously attended BGSU where she studied ASL and has completed ASL levels 1-5. While in high school, Madison enjoyed participation in both the Ohio and National Fine Arts Festival where she received many awards including the 2024 National Fine Arts Merit award for being number one in the Nation for her ASL solo presentation. She has volunteered her time at Ohio Family Deaf camp for two years and has experience teaching ASL to young children. Madison has taught ASL at CASA homeschool co-op and currently tutors a family in ASL whose son is hard of hearing. She has a deep passion for American Sign Language and the Deaf community, and she wishes to share that passion with others. Aside from ASL, she also enjoys music and theater. She has performed in many productions and has acted in multiple musicals and dramas both in school and church. She enjoys playing music and singing in musicals and on her worship team. When she’s not on a stage or in a classroom, you can find Madison curled up with a blanket, her cat Jade, and a good book. Her love for both ASL and all fine and performing arts motivates her desire to share these passions with others!
Hi, I’m Kip! I teach intermediate stage at AriaPerforming Arts and I am passionate about self-expression in all forms. I am a writer and poet,creative and community-builder, with experience instagecraft, gallery practice and film & musicproduction. My arts education is from Toledo Schoolfor the Arts where I studied ballet, tap, modern, visualarts, theater and creative writing. After graduating in2016, I went on to study Studio Art and MechanicalEngineering at University of Toledo.My goal with instruction is to equip my students withconfidence in their bodies and creativity and tospread the wealth of knowledge I have earned fromworking in the arts and exhibiting my own work. Ibelieve instilling self-efficacy and creating a safespace for all is the most useful tool to give young people. Building an understanding of the connection between our movements and ideas is the most important lesson I want students to walk away with. Control and trust in our own bodies and informed movement are the first steps in any dance education.The arts contributed so much to my developmentand I am so excited to continue to share that gift hereat Aria!
Brooke is a dedicated and passionate theatrical performer and instructor. With over ten years under her belt, she has worked with several different theatre companies around Ohio and Michigan and has gained a wealth of experience and knowledge in musical theatre. Brooke loves to share the elements of performance with others and has even traveled across the country to do so at national musical theatre festivals and competitions. Besides theatre, a fun fact about Brooke is that she loves to bake all sorts of treats like extravagant cakes and cookies!
Ellie is a dance instructor at Aria! She tried many sports until 7 years old when she stepped foot in her first ballet class, it was then she knew what her true passion was. For 14 years she has been an avid recreational and competitive dancer with experience in ballet, jazz, lyrical, pointe, modern, and hip-hop. Additionally, she participated in local theater productions for 8 years! Volunteering her time to the arts truly helped her find her calling, when she discovered how much she loved creating dance choreography of her own. Teaching dances brings her so much joy and she hopes the impact she has on her students will help them express themselves through music, motion, and more!!
