Director and Owner of Drama Kids of the Capital Region "People find this hard to believe, but I was quite the wallflower growing up. I suffered from extremely low self-esteem and struggled with social anxiety. My poor mother had to practically drag me out of the house when it came to participating in after-school activities, or even going to birthday parties and play dates. But it was in my Junior High Drama Club where I began to learn how to cope with that anxiety, and where my confidence was strengthened. I finally came out of my shell - and never looked back! I eventually came to the realization that life is acting - we take on different characters whether we are socializing at a party, giving a speech at a seminar, or teaching a crazy bunch of Drama Kids! Everyone needs a place where they feel they belong and can relax and be themselves...and I was able to find that place in my Drama Classes. The positive atmosphere of exploring my innate talents while learning to work with others in a constructive and creative way was a huge boost to my self-esteem. I am living proof that drama can fundamentally impact success educationally and personally!" BIOGRAPHYDeanna is a proud mother of two – and “Drama Mama” to all her Drama Kids across the Capital Region. Deanna holds a BA in Music Performance and Elementary Education from Vassar College and attended graduate school at the University of Albany where she earned her MS in Literacy and Elementary Education. She has been involved in theatre all her life as a professional actress, director and art educator. A certified NYS teacher, she has twenty years of teaching experience, working with children of all ages. When she found a program that was focused on building confidence, speaking and acting skills in children, Deanna knew it was the ideal match for her talents and passion. She is proud to have made a dramatic difference in the lives of thousands of Capital Region children! Deanna shares her own story of personal development through drama in this article, Deanna's Picture galleryVIRAL TEACHER VIDEOS!
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Abbi Olivieri
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