MyStage is a 501(c)3 performing arts education organization dedicated to broadening the reach and impact of theatre so that students of all abilities and skills may benefit. Our goal is to increase performing arts opportunities in order to build confidence, enrich minds, ignite creativity, and ultimately empower youth with the skills and knowledge of how theater can serve and benefit the community at large.
We are located at 619 W. Main St (parking off of 7th St on south wing of building)
St. Charles, IL 60174
630-762-0354
We are located at 619 W. Main St (parking off of 7th St on south wing of building)
St. Charles, IL 60174
630-762-0354
2019-Pre Quarantine Musical Highlights
Board Members
Founder & Artistic Director: Connie Flores
President: Samantha Jens
Secretary: Kelsey Rubin
Treasurer: Dawn Andry
Board Members:
Gina Cerrone
Michelle Das
Joyce Florio
Donna Stockman
Julie Zimmermann
President: Samantha Jens
Secretary: Kelsey Rubin
Treasurer: Dawn Andry
Board Members:
Gina Cerrone
Michelle Das
Joyce Florio
Donna Stockman
Julie Zimmermann
Meet the staff...
Connie Flores (Founder & Artistic Director)
Connie is a graduate of Elmhurst College with a B.A. in Speech/Theatre and English Education. Since 2003, her beginnings in teaching the mainstream youth of Kane and DuPage County public schools have led to her vision for MYS. Having worked with such a wide range of middle school and high schoolers, she saw first-hand how beneficial performing arts is to all kids. Whether working with highly talented, aspiring, or shy performers, she is always amazed by the transforming impact that performing arts has on all young performers.
Her thoughts on youth theatre...
“The stage is a creative platform where kids come together and become equals, rooting for each other. There is something so refreshing and amazing about believing in kids and watching them grow and rise beyond the expectations set for them. They are the reason for every production choice I’ve made, and they are the vision behind MyStage. MyStage is their stage; it reflects the pride, purpose, and energy that make each of them unique.”
Her journey in theater started from one voice and has grown to over 1,200 voices that shape and color her directing vision today. Several of her works were covered in the Beacon News, St. Charles Examiner, and Naperville & Geneva Sun. Some of her directing credits include Frozen JR, Into the Woods JR, Shrek the Musical, Mulan JR, Mary Poppins, Honk JR, The Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan JR, Once Upon a Mattress, The Little Mermaid Jr, High School Musical Jr., Willy Wonka Jr., Alice in Wonderland Jr., Annie Jr., Seussical Jr., Music Man Jr., and Once on this Island JR, and plays, Princess Who, A Christmas Carol, Adventures of Tom Sawyer, A-Haunting We Will Go, Fairytales with a Twist, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and mystery dinner shows, Cafe Murder and And Then There Was One. She can’t wait to work with the future voices that will become a part of the MyStage family!
Colin Bokowy (Director, Music Director, & Vocal Coach)
In addition to teaching private voice at Marquee, Colin has been seen Directing and Music Directing several productions at Marquee Youth (some credits include: Disney's The Little Mermaid, Frozen Jr., Seussical Jr.). He is also the resident Director of Marquee Mainstage's professional summer productions, and head instructor of the Youth Conservatory Ensemble. Colin is a professional performer recognized throughout the state of Illinois. He has been seen in multiple regional productions throughout the Northwest suburbs. Recent acting credits include: Dr. Orin Scrivello in Little Shop of Horrors, Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid, and Tony in West Side Story. Colin has been playing piano and studying classical, theatrical and contemporary voice for over 10 years. He studied acting, dance and trained briefly in New York City under the instruction of many Broadway actors and actresses.
Jac Nelson (Improv Instructor & Director)
Jac is currently majoring in theater at Elgin community college. He has appeared in the ECC productions of To be Young, Gifted, and Black, and, The Laramie Project. He also has been involved in over 20 Marquee youth productions as an Actor, Director, Assistant Director, and Sound intern. Along with taking improv classes at school, he has also been attending improv at Marquee youth since 2014 and is excited to be instructing improv and directing at MYS.
Monica Crowe Corbett (Pit Conductor)
Monica pit conducted Mary Poppins with MyStage during the summer of 2016 and is happy to be back for Shrek this summer! Monica is a 20+ year resident of St Charles, and mother of four D303 student musicians. She studied Music Composition with Pullitzer Prize winner William Bolcum and studied conducting with Carl St Clair. Her music program B Sharp Music reaches over 400 students a month.
Dan Wilson (Vocal & Piano Coach)
Dan is a lyric baritone, hailing from Zionsville, Indiana. He studied vocal performance at Butler University and moved to Chicago in 2014. He specialized in classical voice, and performs around the Chicago area with various opera and musical theater companies. He promotes and teaches bel canto technique, providing students with a strong foundation for safe and sustainable singing which can be transferred to any musical genre. Dan's students learn not only how to sing properly, but also how the vocal mechanism functions as it pertains to their own individual voice. He is dedicated to furthering the education and growth of young musicians and looks forward to working with many of tomorrow's stars.
In addition to teaching private voice at Marquee, Colin has been seen Directing and Music Directing several productions at Marquee Youth (some credits include: Disney's The Little Mermaid, Frozen Jr., Seussical Jr.). He is also the resident Director of Marquee Mainstage's professional summer productions, and head instructor of the Youth Conservatory Ensemble. Colin is a professional performer recognized throughout the state of Illinois. He has been seen in multiple regional productions throughout the Northwest suburbs. Recent acting credits include: Dr. Orin Scrivello in Little Shop of Horrors, Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid, and Tony in West Side Story. Colin has been playing piano and studying classical, theatrical and contemporary voice for over 10 years. He studied acting, dance and trained briefly in New York City under the instruction of many Broadway actors and actresses.
Jac Nelson (Improv Instructor & Director)
Jac is currently majoring in theater at Elgin community college. He has appeared in the ECC productions of To be Young, Gifted, and Black, and, The Laramie Project. He also has been involved in over 20 Marquee youth productions as an Actor, Director, Assistant Director, and Sound intern. Along with taking improv classes at school, he has also been attending improv at Marquee youth since 2014 and is excited to be instructing improv and directing at MYS.
Monica Crowe Corbett (Pit Conductor)
Monica pit conducted Mary Poppins with MyStage during the summer of 2016 and is happy to be back for Shrek this summer! Monica is a 20+ year resident of St Charles, and mother of four D303 student musicians. She studied Music Composition with Pullitzer Prize winner William Bolcum and studied conducting with Carl St Clair. Her music program B Sharp Music reaches over 400 students a month.
Dan Wilson (Vocal & Piano Coach)
Dan is a lyric baritone, hailing from Zionsville, Indiana. He studied vocal performance at Butler University and moved to Chicago in 2014. He specialized in classical voice, and performs around the Chicago area with various opera and musical theater companies. He promotes and teaches bel canto technique, providing students with a strong foundation for safe and sustainable singing which can be transferred to any musical genre. Dan's students learn not only how to sing properly, but also how the vocal mechanism functions as it pertains to their own individual voice. He is dedicated to furthering the education and growth of young musicians and looks forward to working with many of tomorrow's stars.
