Student Spotlight: Maggie — Building Confidence One Audition at a Time

July 7, 2026

Every student who walks through our doors has a unique story. Some dream of playing in a rock band. Some want to write songs. Others light up the stage under the bright lights of musical theatre.

Meet Maggie. Watch her Interview video here!

For Maggie, performing isn’t just a hobby, it’s where she feels most at home.

A Passion That Never Stops Growing

Maggie sings. She dances. She acts. She even auditions for commercials.

“I love to sing and act and dance all the time,” she says. “It’s just amazing to audition.”

That excitement is exactly what makes musical theatre so special. Every audition is a chance to grow, every rehearsal builds confidence, and every performance creates memories that last a lifetime.

Although Maggie has been taking lessons at Music Royale for about a year, her performing journey began even earlier while living in North Carolina. Now, she’s continuing to build those skills here in Central Ohio with voice coach Eryn, who helps her prepare for everything from auditions to performances, and even commercial opportunities.

Whether a student dreams of Broadway, community theatre, or simply becoming a more confident performer, personalized instruction can make all the difference. Our Lessons program is designed to help every student discover their own path while learning from experienced teachers who care about their goals.

Turning Hard Work Into Big Opportunities

One of Maggie’s proudest accomplishments came when she auditioned for Winnie the Pooh Kids with Sunbury Performing Arts.

She originally hoped to play Tigger.

Instead, something even bigger happened.

After callbacks for several different characters, including Winnie the Pooh, Owl, Eeyore, and Kanga, she earned the lead role of Winnie the Pooh.

That moment didn’t happen by accident.

It came from preparation, confidence, and having a teacher who helped her develop the skills to walk into auditions ready to perform.

Performing isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being prepared when opportunity knocks.

Confidence That Carries Beyond the Stage

One of Maggie’s favorite memories at Music Royale happened during one of our Open Mic Nights.

She performed “The Tummy Song” from Winnie the Pooh in front of a live audience.

Because she had already performed the lead role on stage, she discovered something important.

“I felt so much more confident in myself.”

Open Mic Nights give students a chance to experience performing in a welcoming environment where family, friends, teachers, and fellow musicians cheer each other on. Whether it’s your very first performance or your fiftieth, stepping onto the stage is one of the fastest ways to build lasting confidence.

Learning From Great Teachers

Ask Maggie what her favorite part of Music Royale is, and her answer comes quickly.

“The teachers are so good.”

She especially enjoys working with Eryn, who helps her:

• Prepare for auditions
• Find new performance opportunities
• Practice show material
• Build confidence for commercials
• Continue growing as a performer

Great lessons aren’t just about technique. They’re about helping students reach goals they didn’t think were possible.

That’s something we strive for with every student who walks through our doors.

Always Looking Toward the Next Performance

Maggie isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

She’s currently performing in:

• Finding Nemo Kids with Emily LaFree Talent Company
• Dare to Dream with Westerville Civic Theatre

When asked if she plans to continue with musical theatre, her answer couldn’t be more clear.

“I plan on staying in musical theatre for the rest of my life.”

That’s the kind of passion we love to see.

Advice for Future Performers

If Maggie could give one piece of advice to someone just starting their musical journey, it would be simple:

“Believe in yourself. Believe you can do it, and you’ll accomplish it.”

Sometimes that’s exactly what young musicians and performers need to hear.

Talent grows with practice.

Confidence grows with experience.

Dreams grow when someone believes in you.

Ready to Start Your Own Story?

Every student spotlight begins with a first lesson.

Whether your child dreams of starring in a musical, singing with confidence, learning an instrument, or simply discovering a lifelong love of music, we’re here to help them take that first step.

Explore our Lessons, learn more about the Music Royale community on our Home Page, or Contact Us to schedule a lesson and meet one of our incredible teachers.

Who knows?

The next student spotlight might be yours.