This conversation explores the journey of a performer from their early experiences in dance to their current role in a Broadway National Tour. The discussion delves into the importance of choir in developing music literacy, professionalism, and vocal technique, as well as the challenges of stage fright and the realities of working in the performing arts. We also explore the intricate relationship between vocal training, musical theater, and the importance of choir in developing versatile singing skills. Zoie points out the various styles of singing required in different musicals, the journey from high school to professional theater, and the significance of environment and education in shaping a performer’s career. This episode also touches on:

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Zoie Lee is a professional dancer and musical theater performer originally from Kansas City Missouri. Zoie studied Musical Theater at AMDA in New York City. Her professional credits include: National Tours: Chicago the Musical (Go-To-Hell Kitty), Anastasia (Ensemble/US Odette), Cruise Ship Contracts: Jersey Boys (Swing), Regent Splendor (Singer/Dancer), and contracts for Cedar Fair Ent. At Worlds of Fun as a Singer/Dancer. Zoie is currently playing Go-To-Hell-Kitty on the National Tour of Chicago touring the US, Canada, and Mexico!

Zoie grew up in Lee’s Summit Missouri where she attended Lee’s Summit High School. Zoie began her singing career her sophomore year when Chris Munce convinced her to try choir after performing in the fall musical. She joined the Women’s Choir as a 10th grader and eventually sang in both auditioned chamber choirs the high school choir department offered-Preludium and Sounds of Summit. Zoie began her dance training at three years old at Heart of America Dance Center in Lee’s Summit and danced there for 15 years. Her training there consisted of all styles of dance and she was a highly competitive dancer for 10 years. After graduating high school in 2019, Zoie studied Music Theater at AMDA in New York City on scholarship. She graduated from the conservatory in 2021 and immediately started her professional career. 

Zoie is currently playing Go-To-Hell-Kitty on the National Tour of Chicago touring the US, Canada, and Mexico! 

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