06/29/2026
Celebrating the graduation of these four incredible artists is a beautiful, full-circle milestone.
From the very first private lessons before the studio doors even officially opened, to years of navigating all the massive milestones of growing up, this journey has always been about so much more than just dance. 🤍
Watching Caroline, Mia, Carolanne, and Eva transform into such brilliant, self-assured performers has been the ultimate privilege. The pride in seeing their years of dedication turn into collegiate milestones is infinite. They are officially taking their talents to the next level…heading into BFA Musical Theatre programs, professional dance tracks, and specialized paths across the country and it is so exciting to think about where the wind will take them next.
To you girls: The door is always open whenever you need a familiar face to dance with, a mentor to remind you to keep going when the next chapter gets tough, or just a place to come home and visit 🩰🎬
P.S. As a final reminder for the road: “To live a life choicefully guided by creativity rather than fear is a magnificent, noble, and beautiful endeavor.” — Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic 📚🪄
🤍Caroline Schoonover was the very first student of Paralleled Studios. She is a vibrant spark plug, a natural comedic, beautifully silly, and has an incredible love and passion for her work! đź•şđźŽ
The Next Act: Heading to Texas A&M University to major in Kinesiology with a minor in Dance & Honors Leadership! A true original who ensured there was never a dull moment on or off the stage.
🤍Mia Kiihnl is a natural leader and a captivating vocal and acting force. A hard worker who put in the miles to master the dance floor, making every single drop of that immense talent and quick wit look completely effortless the second the spotlight hits. 👑🎶
The Next Act: Heading to Texas Christian University for a BFA in Musical Theatre! Bringing the ultimate combination of dedicated work ethic, sharp humor, and undeniable stage presence to the collegiate level.
🤍Carolanne Adams is a fierce and breathtaking dancer, a walking library of Broadway pop culture, and an artist possessing a quiet dedication to the truth of the craft. 🖤🩰
The Next Act: Heading to Oklahoma State University for a BFA in Musical Theatre with a Dance minor! An intentional performer whose theatrical intelligence, technical mastery, and artistic capability completely captivate a room.
🤍Eva Kleinpeter is so powerful, a brilliant intellectual, and a quietly confident leader who creates art for all the right reasons with a pure, undeniable love for the stage. 🧠✨
The Next Act: Heading to Northwestern State University for a BFA in Musical Theatre! A gem and a magnificent force who completely transforms and masters character-work unlike any other.
