Instructors
Donna Lamm - Owner
Donna studied ballet and modern dance at UNLV under the instruction of Vassili Sulich, founder of the Nevada Dance Theater. She was also a member of the first performing troupe of the UNLV Contemporary Dance Theater.
Donna subsequently taught pottery and dance at the then brand new Clark County Community College. Upon her move to Pahrump in the late 1970’s she became an instructor for the outreach program and taught dance in the Pahrump and Amargosa Valleys before starting her own studio in 1979. In 1993 Donna was a founding member of the Pahrump Visual and Performing Arts Council (PVPAC) and president for the first two years. She participated in numerous programs sponsored by PVPAC bringing instruction and demonstrations of dance, pottery and sculpture to the classrooms of Pahrump.
Alisa Shoults - DIRECTOR / Instructor
Alisa began dancing in 1981 in San Marcos, CA under Grace Ann Etchebarria-Jacobs. She began with ballet and tap and advanced to include jazz and pointe as soon as she was able. Alisa developed into an interest in musical theater a few years after starting dance. Over the years, Alisa performed in musicals at various venues in California from the United States International University, in San Diego, CA, and the Moonlight Amphitheater in Vista, CA, before moving to Lake Havasu City, AZ and performing with the Show Biz Kids and the Mohave Community College. She performed in a variety of musicals – Carousel, The Wiz, Lil Abner, Annie, Cinderella, Wizard of Oz, Fiddler on the Roof, Tom Sawyer, Peter Pan, and Music Man. Alisa’s combined love of both dance and musical theater developed into a passion for the arts that has continued throughout her entire life.
In 1991 she began teaching dance as well and continued with her own classes until 1995 when she moved to Las Vegas, NV to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. While at UNLV, she studied dance and musical theater, and was a member of UNLV’s ballroom dance formation team and danced in many competitions. Alisa retired from dancing and theater in 1997, and in 2010 she returned to dance at Donna’s Studio of Dance, where she added lyrical and clogging to repertoire. You’ll still find her here at the studio enjoying any of the dance or theater classes – and even teaching some of the classes!
In 2023, Alisa became the Director of Donna’s Studio of Dance. She couldn’t be more excited about the new opportunity. She looks forward to sharing her experience, dedication and passion for the art form of dance and theatre, as there is no greater magic than seeing the joy and freedom on the faces of the students when they realize their own passion and strength as performers.
“There is nothing wrong with being a dreamer as long as you are brave enough to make your dreams a reality.” ~unknown
Kittra coomer (warren)- Theater Director
Kittra is honored to teach what will now be the 2nd season of theatre classes being offered at Donna's Studio of Dance! She holds a BFA degree in Acting with a minor in Musical Theatre from the acclaimed acting school at Marymount Manhattan University in NYC. As a proud member of AEA, she enjoyed playing Rosie in the 2nd National Tour of Mamma Mia! for 3 years that included a televised appearance on the 69th annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall with Neil Patrick Harris. Ms. Coomer also originated the role of Earth Mother in the now world famous MENOPAUSE the MUSICAL in Portland, OR 17 years ago and has continued to tour nationally with the beloved show while also performing the role with Cindy Williams at both Luxor and Harrah's right over the hump in Las Vegas for many years. Other favorite roles include Patsy in Always, Patsy Cline, Rizzo in Grease, Yitzhak in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Princess Puffer in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Rhetta in Pump Boys and Dinettes among others.
Kittra is humbled by the talent both here in Pahrump and at Donna's Studio, and is looking forward to establishing an incomparable musical theatre program to last for many years!!!
KYRstyn peugh - instructor
Kyrstyn was born and raised here in Pahrump, NV. She spent most of her childhood days as a cheerleader, both at school and briefly in competition cheer. She started dancing at the age of 9, her first class being ballet at Donna’s Studio of Dance. Since then, she has taken many classes including ballet, jazz, pointe, hip hop, lyrical, and tumbling.
During her high school days, she was a part of the Pahrump Valley High School Varsity Cheer team before joining the Pahrump Valley High School Dance team in 2017. She also participated in the Pahrump Valley Jr/Sr High Rodeo Team, served as president from 2018-2019, and was a member of Pahrump Valley Rough Riders gymkhana club.
Through all her various activities Kyrstyn’s love for dance never faded away. In 2016 she began her teaching career with Donna’s Studio of Dance as a substitute teacher before becoming a full-time teacher in 2017.
With a passion for dance, she enjoys sharing her knowledge and helping young girls in her community blossom with the confidence dancing brings. After taking a step back from the studio in 2020 she is beyond happy to be back on the team since 2023!
Maddy Boruchowitz - instructor
Like her fellow instructors, Maddy’s first dance class was at Donna’s Studio of Dance. She has been dancing for 13 years and is trained in a variety of styles including ballet, hip hop, jazz, tumbling, lyrical, and pointe. Maddy is a member of the Pahrump Valley High School dance team. She is going into her second year of teaching after assisting for 3 years.
Maddy is so grateful that dance is in her life and she can not wait to share what she loves with the children of Pahrump!
molly stoddard - Instructor
Molly has been dancing ever since she can remember! Her favorite dance styles include ballet, pointe, hip-hop, jazz and lyrical.
She was a member of the Pahrump Valley High School Trojanette dance team for a year and has also participated in tumbling and tap classes!
Molly feels that dance is a beautiful way to express unexplainable feelings and emotions. She can’t wait to share the joy she feels with all the students this year!
Sydni Hunt- Administrator/Instructor
Dance has always been a major part of Sydni Hunt's life. At just four years old, she took her first ballet class in 1997 at Dance Dynamics in Tulsa, Oklahoma. From there, her love for dance only grew stronger. She continued to take classes in ballet, tap, jazz, tumbling, and pointe.
When her family moved to Pahrump in 2008, she was determined to continue her dance journey through high school! Now, in her adult life, she feels so blessed to be able to work with all these talented instructors and be a part of the studio family at Donna’s!
Sydni is eager to share her passion and knowledge of dance with the children of Pahrump. She believes that dance is not just about learning steps and routines, but also about building confidence, discipline, and teamwork. She is grateful for the opportunities dance has given her and is determined to share that gift with her students. Sydni is excited to continue her dance journey in Pahrump and make a positive impact on the community!
Michaela Charbonneau- instructor
Michaela has been dancing at Donna’s for the past 7 years. She has taken a variety of classes over the years including clogging, tap, ballet, pointe, jazz, lyrical and hip-hop. She is excited to start her teaching journey this year!
