About Us
Teaching excellence in the arts without compromising values.
At Arts Avenue Theater and Dance, we strongly believe in diversity and inclusivity.
We provide an open, nurturing environment that fosters the development of all our students, regardless of age, skill level, or experience.
Our experienced instructors go above and beyond in ensuring that every student reaches their full potential and takes pride in their achievements.
We focus on developing core skills and providing students with a well-rounded education, while also having fun and building long-lasting relationships with our community.
Meet the Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
We are excited that you are here, and we look forward to meeting and getting to know your child as they explore the Art of Theater and Dance with us!
Owner, IDT Director, Dance Instructor & Choreographer
Alexandra Vidaurri
Alexandra Vidaurri began her dance career in Bakersfield, CA at the age of 3 years old. She instantly fell in love with dance! After moving to Texas, Alexandra became part of the dance competition world attending various competitions, conventions, and performance opportunities around the US. In high school, Miss Alex became a member of the Georgetown Ballet Company and continued performing with the company through college. Alexandra attended Southwestern University where she served the Pom Squad as Co-Captain her Sophomore year, and Head Captain her Junior and Senior years. During her Junior year, she also had the opportunity to join the traveling competition cheer team and compete in the UCA Collegiate National Championship at Disney World. She also enjoyed attending several Collegiate Universal Dance Association camps and competitions. After college, Alexandra expanded her dance experience by becoming a member of the Austin Lady Vipers, choreographing privately for schools and teams (earning awards and recognitions for some choreography) and teaching across the Georgetown and Austin areas. Miss Alex has been teaching dance for almost a decade. In October 2022, Alexandra became the owner of Arts Avenue Theater & Dance. This will be Miss Alex’s 7th year with Arts Avenue!
Email: alexandra.artsavenue@gmail.com
Dance Teacher, Choreographer & Program Director
Noelle Billings
Noelle Billings is a dancer, choreographer, and teaching artist based in Austin, TX. In 2018, Noelle earned her BFA in Performance and Choreography from the University of Southern Mississippi, and in 2023, she received her MFA in Dance from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Since 2018, Noelle has choreographed and performed professionally with Dance Waterloo where she also works as Executive Director. Noelle has been working with kids and teaching dance for over a decade, and this year, she began teaching 2nd grade in North Austin. This is Noelle’s third year teaching at Arts Avenue, and she is pumped to be back working with our incredible students! This year you can catch Noelle teaching Ballet, Lyrical, and Modern. :)
We are excited to have this INCREDIBLE teacher back at Arts Ave this year!
Email: Noelle.v.billings@gmail.com
Dance Teacher, Choreographer & Director of Precision Performance Company
Morgan Mattfeld
Miss Morgan trained in classical ballet all the way up through her years in college, primarily in the school of Vaganova. While she loves teaching all styles of dance, she most certainly has a soft spot for the simplicity and discipline of ballet. This is her 3rd school year teaching at Arts Avenue and she is looking forward to spending more time with the many different levels of students! We are so happy to have the AMAZING Miss Morgan back for another year!
Email: morganmatfeld@gmail.com
Dance Teacher & Choreographer
Angie Weiss
Angie's passion for dance began at an early age. She was a member of her Junior and High School Drill Team where she held the position of Officer her senior year.
After graduating High School, Angie was a member of the World-Famous Kilgore College Rangerettes on the 68th Line.
Angie attended Texas Woman's University in Denton, Texas, where she received her Bachelors of Arts in Dance and minor in Business. Angie has been a dance teacher, Assistant Drill Team Director, Head Drill Team Director, Head Varsity Cheerleading Coach, and dance instructor at various dance studios across Texas.
Angie completed her second Bachelor's Degree in Nutritional Sciences from Texas A&M University in College Station, TX.
She is now a Licensed Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and enjoys educating clients about healthy eating and active living. Let’s welcome Miss Angie to the Arts Avenue faculty!
Email: angieweissrdn@gmail.com
Theater Director, Director & Choreographer
Rachel Rosario
Rachel Rosario is originally from New York City and moved to Austin three years ago. Rachel grew up in the performing arts. She started off as a dancer but caught the "acting bug" when she was accepted to the Professional Performing Arts High School as a drama major. Rachel continued her studies at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Manhattan and graduated in 2015. She has acted, taught and directed theater in New York for five years and in Austin for three years now. Rachel has been teaching at Arts Ave for the past two years, directing five full productions now. She is thrilled to be directing and choreographing Matilda Jr. and The Little Mermaid this year!
Email: Rachelace@hotmail.com
Theater Teacher, Director & Choreographer
Mary Shae Lancaster
Mary Shae Lancaster is so excited to join the team at Arts Avenue, directing this year’s production of Finding Nemo kids! Mrs. Shae grew up in Austin and has been dancing professionally for the last 10 years. She became an award winning choreographer at 16 years old. After that, she moved to New York and attended NYU Tisch Drama majoring in Musical Theatre. She most recently was seen on stage as Belle in Magnolia Musical Theatre’s “Beauty and the Beast!” She is so excited to meet the talented students at Arts Ave and direct her favorite movie of all time. Let’s welcome Mrs. Shae!
Email: maryshae.artsavenue@gmail.com
Office Manager (Finance & Tuition)
Stephenie Armstrong
Stephenie has been working with us for a year now, but she has been at Arts Avenue for over 3 years with her daughter. She prefers to stay behind the scenes, but you can find her in the Lobby some evenings.
Please reach out to her directly with any financial questions at:
610 N. Austin Ave. Suite 125, Georgetown, TX 78628