Metropolitan School of the Arts

A Huge MSA alumni Shoutout to Kelsey Kaufman and Gabi Stapula on being cast in Disney's Frozen at Sacramento Music Circus!

Kelsey Kaufman and Gabi Stapula are joining the ensemble, with Gabi also serving as Dance Captain. This marks a special milestone for both artists, as it is the first time these two MSA alumni will share the stage in the same production.

Kelsey is currently the Universal Swing and Assistant Dance Captain for Wicked on Broadway and the National Tour. A graduate of Pace University, she has also performed at Sacramento Music Circus, Cape Playhouse, and Surflight Theatre.

Gabi returns to Sacramento Music Circus after serving as Associate Choreographer for Footloose in 2025. Her impressive credits include Back to the Future on Broadway and the National Tour, as well as work with La Jolla Playhouse, Paper Mill Playhouse, Arena Stage, Goodspeed, TUTS, The REV, and The Muny.

We are so proud to see these talented alumni continuing to make their mark in the professional theater world. Congratulations, Gabi and Kelsey!

Behind every rehearsal, performance, and standing ovation is a dad or father figure cheering from the sidelines.

Today, we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, stepdads, mentors, and role models who support, encourage, and inspire us every day. Thank you for the countless ways you show up for your families and our community.

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads in the MSA family and beyond!

Today we celebrate MSA senior Jojo Barber and the resilience, passion, and determination that have shaped her journey at MSA.

Jojo joined the MSA community at 10 years old after instantly falling in love with dance and the supportive environment she found here. After facing two major injuries that kept her away from performing, she continued growing through Musical Theater Workshop, developing her skills in acting, vocals, and stage presence while staying connected to the arts she loves.

Returning to dance, Jojo earned her first role in Utopia and continued building lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories at MSA.

This fall, Jojo will attend Point Park University in Pittsburgh to pursue a BFA in Performance in Creative Industries (PCI).

Congratulations, Jojo! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see all that’s ahead.

Today we honor Juneteenth — a celebration of freedom, resilience, history, and the ongoing pursuit of equality.

At MSA, we recognize the importance of using art to uplift voices, tell stories, and bring communities together. We celebrate the creativity, contributions, and cultural impact of Black artists, leaders, and changemakers who continue to inspire generations.

As we commemorate this important day, we encourage reflection, learning, and meaningful connection within our community and beyond.

Join us in celebrating MSA senior Lucie Withrow!

Since becoming part of the MSA community in September 2021, Lucie has shared her passion, hard work, and love for the arts with everyone around her. This fall, she will attend the University of Maryland to major in Atmospheric Science and Dance, combining her interests in science and creativity in an exciting new way.

We are so proud of Lucie and all she has accomplished during her time at MSA. Congratulations, Lucie—we can’t wait to see all that’s ahead for you!

We are thrilled for our summer camps to begin next week! Both Mini Camps and MSA Camp start Monday, June 22nd! We can't wait to welcome our summer students! It's not too late to joing the fun. There are still openings in many of our Summer Camps. We hope that you can join us! Register at the link in Bio!

Today we’re celebrating MSA senior Vivian Poe and all she has accomplished during her incredible journey at Metropolitan!

Vivian began dancing at MSA in 2011 at just 3 years old and has spent years growing as an artist, performer, and leader within our community. In addition to her dance training, she is also completing her 6th year of private vocal instruction, reflecting her passion and commitment across multiple disciplines.

This fall, Vivian will attend Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, where she plans to study Public Relations and Sociology with a minor in Sustainability.

Vivian’s dedication, creativity, and bright spirit have made such an impact at MSA, and we are so excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations, Vivian!