The Center Stage Studio
Musical Theater Portal
Meet Your Staff
Hannah Burton
Lead Director/Department Head
Meet Miss Hannah, our dedicated Director and Head of the Musical Theater Department. With roots tracing back to Center Stage Studio since the age of seven, she discovered her love for the performing arts early on. Beginning her teaching journey at just thirteen years old, Miss Hannah has honed her craft over the years.
Although she has national titles in Musical Theater Competitions for her triple threat prowess and dance skills, Miss Hannah's true joy comes from guiding her students to success. With over a decade of experience in teaching children's theatre and preschool, coupled with a background in child development, she approaches each day with enthusiasm and a commitment to fostering a love for the arts in the next generation. Join Miss Hannah on this exciting journey as she continues to share her passion and expertise with our community.
ANIKA PERERA
Director/ Extension School Lead
Miss Anika is a recent graduate from NYU Tisch with a BFA in theater, brings a wealth of experience to Center Stage Studio. Her performances in stage productions such as "Steel Magnolias" and "Alice in Wonderland," coupled with appearances in prominent commercials for Google and Amazon Prime Video, showcase her versatile talents. Anika's contributions extend beyond acting; she has also demonstrated her directorial skills in productions like "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" and "Twelfth Night." Returning to Center Stage Studio, Anika is ecstatic to share her passion for the arts and nurture emerging talents.