Staff

Our Team

As a staff, we take pride in being the cornerstone of our VIBE Family! Each instructor is responsible for a certain aspect of our operation, & cares greatly for the well-being and growth of our students. Without our team & volunteers, VIBE would be nothing more than a great idea. Meet our team!

Megan Openshaw

Executive Director

Vocal/Piano Instructor

Megan has been around since Vibe's creation. Many students have studied under her in Vocal Lessons and as cast members during Vibe's productions. Megan has a long list of vocal experience and years of coaching as well.

Yzabelle Openshaw

Program Director

Miss Belle has been involved in theatre since she was 11 years old, accumulating extensive experience with over 50 plays and musicals. Some of her favorite productions include "Stardust," "Les Misérables," "Shrek," "Annie," "Frozen," and "Moana." She began directing for Vibe in 2016 and has since significantly impacted the program. Miss Belle is pursuing her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education/Administration and Graphic Design at Regent University. She is passionate about fostering a unique and supportive theatre environment for students in the area and truly values her role within the Vibe Family. Outside of her work at Vibe, she enjoys spending quality time at home with her husband and son.

Hyrum Hansen

Vocal/Piano/Strings
Instructor

Hyrum teaches piano, voice, and violin at Vibe. His goal is to grow and encourage a love of music in his students while equipping them with the tools they need to be comfortable and confident musicians. Hyrum has studied instruments for 17 years and performed professionally. He has been part of the Vibe family for 2 years!

Ava Rodriguez

Office Staff
Theatrical Instructor

Ava has been with Vibe since she was a little girl and has been in numerous shows since then. Some of her favorite productions she was in were, ”Into The Woods jr, The Little Mermaid jr, Beauty and The Beast, and The Sound Of Music.” Now that she’s graduated, she has decided to accept a staff position at Vibe and learn what it takes to help handle the office and assistant direct some shows. She is very excited to be on staff and cannot wait to help make others feel special and welcomed here with our Vibe family!

Brennen Bence

Theatrical Instructor

Brennan has been involved with the theatre space for just under 10 years now! To make up for
starting into theatre late he has been in over 40 plays and musicals ranging from the community and
collegiate levels all the way up to professional productions! Some of his favorites include Miss
Saigon, Colossal and Macbeth. Brennan first began with Vibe as an intern back in 2017 before
attending Dakota Wesleyan University where he studied Business and Theatre. Upon graduating
and after a touring theatre stint Brennan returned to vibe where he works with the wonderful team of
passionate instructors to inspire the next generations of artists!

Candace Johnston

Choreographer

Candace Johnston is a tri cities newbie. Hailing from West Texas, she started dance and theater at a young age and never looked back. When in high school she got the opportunity to be a part of her towns first competition dance team and got to teach and choreograph numerous National award winning numbers. She is trained in ballet, tap, modern, jazz, hip hop, and musical theatre. She has also been in many different plays including Music Man, Willy Wonka, High School Musical, and Little mermaid, just to name a few! Her goal is to create a fun and welcoming environment where everyone can feel confident about how they dance. She is so excited to join the Vibe staff and show her love of dance to everyone!

Emma Robinson

Administrative Assistant

Emma has been interested in anything involving theatre since the day she was born! She started doing shows (and voice lessons) with Vibe in 2018 with Lion King being her first official show. Since then she has participated in over 10+ Vibe shows. She started interning for Vibe summer of 2023 organizing props and costumes, before becoming a staff member at the beginning of 2024. She loves Vibe's fun and inclusive atmosphere; she always feels safe and loved there. Emma can't wait to see what Vibe has in store for the future!”

Ashlynn Smith

Ashlynn has been a part of Vibe since early 2022, when she performed in Moana Jr. She quickly fell in love with Vibe and all things theatre. Since then, she has performed in Descendants, Beauty and the Beast, and is currently in The Sound of Music. She became an intern in February 2023 and began student directing with Seussical Jr. and then worked her way to a co-director status for Willy Wonka. Ashlynn works in the office, manning the desk, organizing costumes and props in the garage, and assisting in any show she can. She hopes to continue performing and directing at Vibe, bringing joy to audiences and teaching kids all about the magic of theatre.

Nate McCreight

Guitar Instructor

Bio coming soon!