Wendy Jordan-

 has a long history in the Performing Arts she started out acting in local theatres all around the Spokane /Coeur d'Alene Area 19 years ago. She has performed in numerous productions and assisted backstage in her 19 years. She has also been a hair and makeup artist for many productions and photo shoots both locally and in Canada as well as has been a personal stylist for Mrs. Patty Duke when she performed in Gypsy. Ms. Jordan has worked as a talent scout and educator for a Performance Troop in Hollywood California. While working with the troop she trained talent in all genres including acting modeling and vocals and variety. She is very excited to share her gifts and experience with our local community here in Spokane, WA.  

Shannon Kruiswyk-

 has been in the dance industry for over 15 years as an office manager, an assistant to the director at a large dance studio in the Spokane area, and as a mom.  She has learned the ins and outs of the dance world and performance world from watching in front as a mom to behind the scenes as the director of many shows.  Shannon has produced many years of dance Showcases and Benefit shows for Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital, The Guild School and a local dancer who had cancer, Hannah Baumann.  With several thousands of dollars raised she considers these shows as big accomplishments in her career. As a Cosmetologist she has won awards for makeup application at local competitions. Shannon has taught classes on stage makeup application to hundreds of students. She is a mother to two beautiful girls and a wife, her passion is to assist others in their dreams to success no matter what it takes. As one of the owners of the Artistic Expressions Performing Arts Academy “Where Dreams Become Expression” she is here to help you realize that all your dreams can come true!