Teachers
Nick Harmantzis, Owner, Voice Teacher, Artistic Director, Camp Director, Music Director for Beetlejuice Jr
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Nick Harmantzis is an innovative and dynamic choir director, voice teacher, and vocal coach in the Philadelphia Area. His focus is placed on not just creating great singers, but smart singers who understand healthy vocal production, who are musically literate, and who can effectively express the intention of a piece through the voice. Nick's private students regularly are cast in school, community, and regional theater productions and have auditioned and received callbacks for national casting calls. Nick holds an M.A.T in Music Education from the University of the Arts where he attended on a full presidential fellowship as well as an M.M. in Voice Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and a B.M. in Voice Performance from Ithaca College. He is a Pennsylvania Certified Educator and teaches High School and Middle School Vocal Classes at the Center for Performing and Fine Arts in West Chester, PA. Nick resides in King of Prussia with his wife, Lacey, and his miniature dachshund, Liesel.
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Emi Aungst, Acting Coach, Assistant Camp Director, Director for Chorus Line Teen Edition, Choreographer for Chorus Line Teen Edition, and Beetlejuice Jr.
Emi is a 24 year old Musical Theatre BFA graduate. Having attended Long Island University - Post, whose training is based on Tadashi Suzuki's physical acting pedagogy, Emi has internalized their philosophy of shaping "Actors who can...". While in school, this ideology allowed Emi to learn costuming skills, establish a love for directing, and cultivate a passion for teaching. All while advancing her vocal technique, honing her movement studies, and competing and learning in this ever-changing performing arts industry. Through her 4 years of studies, she not only graduated Cum Laude, but is able to professionally label and market herself as an 'Actor Who Can...' sing, dance, costume, choreograph and direct. Outside of the arts, she has been able to foster a growing fervor for marketing, social media management, and graphic design.
Allie Wahl, Stage Manager, Director for Beetlejuice Jr and Hadestown
Allie Wahl is a multidisciplinary theatre artist currently pursuing her BFA in Acting at Point Park University’s Conservatory of Performing Arts. With a strong foundation in both performance and technical theatre, Allie brings a collaborative and creatively driven approach to every project. Allie began directing at just fourteen years old and has since continued to cultivate her skills in leadership, stagecraft, and artistic collaboration. A former student of both Nick and Emi, she is proud to now work alongside them as a colleague and mentor to the next generation of young artists. Allie emphasizes creative collaboration and ensemble-based exploration. She is passionate about helping students realize their own visions, encouraging them to take ownership of their ideas and work together to bring them to life. Her goal is to foster an inclusive and inspiring environment where students feel empowered to take creative risks, grow their confidence, and discover the joy of theatre-making.
2025 Mentorship Program
About Our Summer Mentorship Program
Our unique mentorship model gives high school students the chance to take the lead as director, choreographer, and music director- all under the guidance of our professional teaching artists. With a 4:1 child-to-staff ratio, every young performer gets the individualized attention they need while our interns gain hands-on experience, feedback, and leadership training in a supportive environment.
Declan MacDonald, Director for Frozen Kids
Declan is thrilled to direct his second CTSS production! A rising junior at Conestoga High School, Declan's love for musical theater began over 10 years ago. Since then, he has performed in numerous community and regional theatrical productions and had the privilege of being in PMEA 2025 All-State Choir. After attending CTSS summer theatre camps for years, and directing 101 Dalmatians Kids last summer, he is excited to have the opportunity to put on his director's hat again for Frozen Kids.
Celeste Plummer, Music Director for Frozen Kids
Hello! My name is Celeste Plummer and I am thrilled to be joining Community Through Song and Stage as the Music Director for Frozen Kids! I had my first theater experience three years ago, and have been playing piano since I was five. I've acted in numerous shows in the community, was dance captain for Aladdin Jr., and student directed Addams Family the musical. In addition to being involved with theatre, I sing in two choir groups at my high school; an auditioned Soprano/Alto group and our 250-student mixed voice ensemble. I have loved every bit of my musical theatre journey, and am beyond excited to bring my passion to young performers through CTSS's production of Frozen Kids! I can't wait to share this incredible experience with everyone!
Isabelle Figliolini, Choreographer for Frozen Kids
"Hi there! My name is Isabelle Figliolini. I’m so excited to be your head choreographer for Frozen Kids this summer at CTSS! I’ve been involved in theater since I was 5, and over the past few years, I’ve discovered how much I love sharing that passion through choreography. I’m currently a 16-year-old sophomore at Marple Newtown High School, and I’ve had the joy of assistant choreographing shows like Pinocchio Jr., Alice in Wonderland Kids, Finding Nemo Jr., and Wizard of Oz. I can’t wait to dance and create with all our amazing young performers this summer!"
Hope Harbson, Director for Winnie the Pooh Kids
Hope is a rising junior at Conestoga High School and is very excited to be a part of the production of Winnie the Pooh Kids! She has done musical theater since elementary school and been in several CTSS productions herself, and she can't wait to see the next generation of actors onstage!
Leila Shah-Lipman, Music Director for Winnie the Pooh Kids
Hi, I’m Leila! I’m rising 10th grader at The Shipley School. I’m so excited to music direct for this summer’s Winnie the Pooh Kids with CTSS! I have always had a passion for music and performing and I participate consistently in musical theatre shows, two of those being with CTSS: 13! as the role of Cassie, and Anastasia as the role of Anya/Anastasia. I also look forward to being a part of A Chorus Line with them this summer as well (come see it)! Outside of musical theatre, I am an active member of Shipley’s auditioned choir, Shipley Singers, and I play the piano. Music is beautiful and dynamic, and being able to share my love for it through teaching is a dream come true! I will be enthusiastic about getting to know the young performers in Winnie the Pooh Kids while teaching and supporting them, because the most important thing about music is how it brings people together in a literal Community Through Song (see what I did there?). Working with CTSS’s incredible directors has been such an honor, and I can’t wait to step into that role as Music Director this summer!
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Abby Wright, Social Media Manager and Choreographer for Winnie the Pooh Kids
Abby is 18 and a rsenior at Conestoga High School. Past theater experiences include The Little Mermaid Jr (Scuttle), She Loves Me (Dancer), Mean Girls Jr (Karen), and The Little Mermaid, again (Dancer). This summer, she choreographed Finding Nemo Kids for CTSS. She is currently studying voice with Nick Harmantzis, and participates in her school's Camerata and Concert Choir ensembles. In addition to her interest in theater, Abby is on the Conestoga cheer team and enjoys playing guitar in her spare time. She would like to thank her parents and sister for their support.
