Performing Arts Studio
MEET THE OWNERS
Felicia Stone
Felicia Stone, the driving force behind our business, combines over 15 years of teaching Dance and Theatre with a Master’s Degree in Education. Growing up in NYC and enriched by its vibrant arts scene, Felicia brings a unique blend of creativity and expertise to everything she does. She spent 16 years of her childhood as a competitive dancer and continued her passion for Drama and Dance throughout college.
As a Freddy-nominated director and the recipient of numerous awards for her choreography and entertainment, Felicia infuses creativity and flair into every project. Whether choreographing a performance or directing a play, she ensures that every product and service meets the highest standards. As a dedicated teacher and mother of two boys, her commitment to excellence is unparalleled. Felicia’s approach ensures that every student feels valued and heard.
Welcome to a place where passion meets profession, led by our Artistic Director and Co-Owner, Felicia Stone.
Carmen Saemmer
Carmen Saemmer is the dedicated Business Director for Set in Stone Performing Arts Studio. bringing a wealth of experience from her 20 years as a kindergarten teacher. With a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Carmen is passionate about fostering creativity and confidence in students of all ages. Currently the Director of St. Nicholas Academy, Carmen is a powerful advocate for young children.
At Set in Stone Performing Arts Studio, Carmen's mission is to provide a nurturing environment where students can explore their talents in dance, and theatre. As Business Director, she will be the face of day-to-day operations. Carmen looks forward to welcoming you and ensuring an exceptional experience for all.
MEET THE STAFF & GUEST CHOREOGRAPHERS
Carrie Okken
Ms. Carrie has a unique talent for working with very young dancers, a rare skill that sets her apart. With over 20 years of experience as both a competitive dancer and choreographer, she has received numerous awards and accolades for her outstanding achievements in the dance community. Her impressive track record includes leading the youngest of dancers to victory at regional and national competitions, where her choreography has been praised for its creativity and excellence.
Ms. Carrie has a remarkable ability to bring out the best in our youngest dancers, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones and confidently take the stage for many of their first performances. She creates an environment that nurtures their talents and builds their confidence, ensuring that each dancer feels supported and motivated to reach their full potential.
In addition to her years of dedicated instruction, Ms. Carrie also serves as the Activities Director at the East Penn Area School District, where she continues to inspire and mentor young performers. Her passion for dance and commitment to her students make her an invaluable asset to our program.
Zach Bez
Originally from Michigan, Zach Bez joins us as a guest choreographer at Set in Stone Performing Arts Studio. With over 15 years of experience as a teacher and choreographer, Zach holds a BA in Musical Theatre from Western Michigan University. His expertise extends to judging regional and national dance competitions, including his current role with Beyond The Stars.
Zach is renowned in the dance community for his exceptional choreography and innovative concepts, consistently earning him numerous awards for his artistic vision and creativity. In addition to choreography, Zach will be hosting Master Classes and offering private lessons in dance while he is in the PA area.
His passion for dance and commitment to excellence make him a valuable addition to our studio, where he will inspire and mentor our dancers with his unique artistic perspective.
Breana Cahill
Breana Cahill is a 2024 Graduate from DeSales University with her B.A in Dance and B.S in Sports and Exercise Physiology. She is currently in her first year as a Doctor of Physical Therapy Student at DeSales. Her goal after graduation is to work with a dance specific population, helping them safely return to dance post injury and keep dancers doing what they love.
Breana is originally from Philadelphia, where she has been dancing since she was three years old. She has been trained in jazz, ballet, tap, contemporary, hip hop, and musical theater. While at DeSales, she earned her B.A in Dance where she primarily trained in Ballet and Modern Dance. She was also a part of the DeSales University Dance Team where she enjoyed performing at basketball games and special events for the school. Breana has a wide variety of performance experiences from theatre productions, screendance films, and most recently the 2025 “Mummer’s Parade” in Philadelphia.
Breana has had experience teaching and choreographing dancers from toddlers to high school students both recreationally and competitively. Her passion for dance, anatomical knowledge, and compassion for others all play a role in how she instructs her classes. Breana is greatly looking forward to joining the Set in Stone Team and assisting in the growth of the dancers.
Julia Bosco
Miss Julia brings a wealth of experience and passion to Set in Stone Performing Arts. With a background in national and regional dance competitions, she has honed her skills and stage presence. Her performances at Musikfest and leading roles in Freddy Nominated musicals showcase her versatility and dedication.
In addition to her dance achievements, Julia has over five years of experience teaching young dancers, inspiring the next generation with creativity and enthusiasm. She has received numerous accolades for her performances and teaching, reflecting her commitment to excellence.
Recently trained as an esthetician, Julia adds another layer of expertise to her diverse skill set. At Set in Stone, she looks forward to bringing her experience and creativity to Creative Movement classes for our youngest dancers, fostering their love for dance and personal growth.
Lyndsey Sanchez
Lyndsey Sanchez is a professional dancer from Bermuda. At the age 14, she decided to showcase herself to prestigious schools in the states. She was accepted into Joffrey Ballet School, in the Jazz and Contemporary 4 year program in New York City and then continued her studies at the Peridance Center.
Lyndsey has been privileged to have worked with many choreographers and have roles that showcase her talent, both on film and stage. She has been featured in an award winning film Uprooted: The Journey of Jazz Dance, performed in English With an Accent and IMPERFECT both at Lincoln Center, and performed in Choreographers Carnival. She has also had the opportunity to work with companies and choreographers such as Humans Collective (Lauren Cox), XY Dance Project (Nijawwon Matthews), Jazz Ain’t Dead (Candice Michelle Franklin) and Nicholas Palmquist to name a few.
Being able to share her knowledge and appreciation for dance is something she’s always loved to do. Lyndsey is eager and looks forward to continue to make connections, inspire and share her love for dance with Set in Stone Performing Arts Studio!
Giana Heron
Gianna Heron is a professional ballet dancer, coach, and mentor whose performance career has included work with The Washington Ballet in Washington, D.C., Atlantic City Ballet in New Jersey, American Contemporary Ballet in Los Angeles, and Colorado Ballet in Denver.
Throughout her professional career, Gianna specialized in Balanchine-style ballet and contemporary ballet choreography, developing a strong foundation in musicality, precision, performance quality, and artistic expression.
Today, Gianna brings her professional experience into the studio, where she is passionate about helping young dancers elevate their technique, confidence, artistry, and stage presence. Her training emphasizes not only strong ballet technique, but also the musicality and performance quality necessary to develop well-rounded dancers.
In addition to coaching and mentorship, Gianna provides audition guidance, strategic career planning, and professional scouting, helping aspiring dancers identify performance opportunities, prepare for auditions, and better understand the transition from student to professional artist.
Gianna is committed to challenging dancers to reach their full potential while giving them the technical foundation, confidence, and professional insight needed to take the next step in their training.
Malāna Wilson
Malāna Wilson is an active musical theatre performer, music director, voice teacher, and theatre educator. Currently based in the Lehigh Valley, Malāna grew up in Texas, where she earned her BFA in Musical Theatre with a minor in Harp from Texas Tech University. After graduating, she returned to her home state of Pennsylvania, where she began building her career as a performer and educator while pursuing her graduate degree.
In December 2025, Malāna graduated with honors from Westminster Choir College at Rider University with a Master of Voice in Vocal Pedagogy, specializing in Musical Theatre. She has experience teaching in private, studio, and collegiate settings and currently serves as an Adjunct Professor of Voice at DeSales University. She is passionate about vocal health, emphasizing strong technique, vocal safety, and cross-training across musical genres to help singers explore the full potential of their voices.
As a performer, her recent credits include: 1776 (Martha Jefferson), A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Philia), Carousel (Ensemble/u.s. Julie), Sweeney Todd (Johanna), Rock of Ages (Sherrie), Beauty and the Beast (Belle), and A Little Night Music (Anne). She also made her Off-Broadway debut in 2022 as a swing in Here There Be Dragons.
She is extremely grateful to be part of another year at Set in Stone and absolutely loves working here!
Kendall Saemmer
Meet Kendall Saemmer, a dedicated teacher at Set in Stone Performing Arts Studio, where her passion for dance and teaching shines. Kendall's dance journey began at age 3, leading her into competitive dancing by age 11.
In addition to her role at Set in Stone, Kendall also teaches at St. Nicholas Academy, sharing her education and dance passion with young students. For the past three years, she has organized and led dance camps, nurturing the next generation of dancers with enthusiasm and expertise.
At Set in Stone Performing Arts Studio, Kendall focuses on nurturing our youngest dancers, ages 2-6, encouraging them to explore and develop their talents in a supportive environment.
Continuing to grow in her roles as a dancer and educator, Kendall is committed to inspiring others through the power of dance.
Felicia Reyes
With over 10 years of dedicated competitive dance experience, Felicia Reyes is a seasoned performer known for her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft. Her passion for dance has taken her across various stages across the East Coast, including memorable performances with the renowned Russian Ballet in their acclaimed production of "The Nutcracker."
Felicia's journey in dance is marked by numerous high awards and accolades, solidifying her reputation as a regional titlist winner. Her dedication to the art form continues to inspire and captivate audiences, making her a standout in the world of dance. She not only imparts technical knowledge but also inspires creativity, and artistry amongst her students. Felicia emphasizes discipline, expression and the joy of dance.
She will be sharing her expertise with our young dancers, specializing in ballet, tap, and lyrical dance, both recreationally and competitively. Her commitment to excellence, impeccable work ethic and her nurturing approach make her a respected figure in and out of the dance community, shaping the next generation of dancers with grace and skill. She strives to teacher her students the importance of reaching their fullest potential both on and off the stage.
Marnie Clearie
Marnie Clearie is an experienced actress, director, and theatre educator with decades of experience in performance and working with young actors. She holds a BFA in Musical Theatre with a minor in Early Childhood Education from the University of Bridgeport.
Throughout her career, Marnie has performed professionally while teaching and directing students of all ages. Her experience includes Musical Theatre of Connecticut, Pennsylvania Youth Theatre, and Michael Taubenslag Productions, where she worked with young performers on acting technique, improvisation, audition preparation, character development, and confidence.
At Set in Stone Performing Arts Studio, Marnie will teach our Acting classes, helping students strengthen their stage presence, character development, improvisation, audition skills, confidence, and ability to make strong performance choices. Her goal is to help each student trust their instincts, grow as an actor, and become a confident, well-rounded performer.
Mariel Letourneau
Mariel Letourneau is a professionally trained performer and choreographer from New York City. Since graduating from University of the Arts in Philadelphia with a BFA in Musical Theatre, she has acquired a vast amount of professional theatre and teaching experience in America and London.
Most notably, Mariel has had the privilege to perform at Carnegie Hall in NYC, sing with James Taylor at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia, tour as a magician's assistant to notable illusionists Eric Wilzig and David Caserta, and co-produce and choreograph the NYC premiere of Howard Goodall’s The Dreaming. But her favorite achievement is training and dancing with the Radio City Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall. As a choreographer and performer, Mariel has had the honor to work in a variety of venues, including theatres, performing arts centers, black boxes, and high schools across the US and in the UK.
Recently, Mariel choreographed the Noel Christmas Experience in Michigan for the second holiday season as the first ever Rockettes-inspired Christmas show!
This production is Mariel’s first original choreography credit. She also starred as Leading Player in Pippin at the Civic Theatre of Allentown. Miss Mariel will be hosting Master Classes throughout the year and is available for private lessons upon request in theatre and dance.