Matt and Candice Swatzell are a dynamic duo in the world of musical theatre education, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to their teaching roles.

Candice Swatzell

Candice holds a BFA in Language Arts and is a dedicated educator with Vancouver Public Schools. Her extensive stage credits include iconic roles such as Christine in Phantom of the Opera, Cinderella and the Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods, and Woman in Songs for a New World.

Matt Swatzell

Matt holds a BS degree and an MS degree in Training and Development, and furthered his expertise on stage by studying Musical Theatre at Hofstra University. His notable stage credits include Marius in Les Misérables, Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, the Baker in Into the Woods, and Sgt. Freddy Benson in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.

Together

Together, Matt and Candice create a powerful and inspiring team. Their combined expertise and dedication provide a comprehensive and nurturing learning environment for their students. In addition to their impressive performance credentials, they have both held various significant roles in the musical theatre industry, including Director, Educator, Choreographer, Vocal Director, Producer, Theatre Owner, and Technical Director. With their diverse backgrounds in both education and professional theatre, they offer a unique approach that bridges academic rigor and artistic excellence. The Swatzells are committed to fostering the next generation of performers, bringing their extensive knowledge, skills, and passion for musical theatre to every class they teach.