Potomac Arts Academy Staff
Hello, it's a pleasure to meet you! We'd love to have the opportunity to talk with you in person. Contact us at any time. Take a peek at the short bios below to get to know us a little better.
Libby Curtis
Hello, I am the Director of the Potomac Arts Academy. I feel a great sense of... (read more)
Hello, I am the Director of the Potomac Arts Academy. I feel a great sense of honor and duty in bringing University calibre arts education at an affordable price to community members of all ages and levels. My background as a Soprano includes 20 years on faculty at Radford University and Virginia Tech, where I taught studio voice and was Assistant Director of Opera Workshop, along with having an active performance schedule including: Festival Miami, Northwestern University, and Interlochen. As part of the George Mason University family, I welcome you to join our thriving arts community through our many classes, programs and special events.
Mary Lechter
Hello, I am the new Associate Director of the Potomac Arts Academy. I am ... (read more)
Hello, I am the new Associate Director of the Potomac Arts Academy. As the Founder, President and Director of A Class Act – Acting for Young People & Adults, Inc. (AFYP) and Artistic Director for AFYP Stages, I am very excited to bring our excellent theater programs under Potomac's umbrella. I am also a proud member of George Mason University’s faculty, in the Department of Theater and School of Music. I belong to The Screen Actors Guild, The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, Actor’s Equity Association, The American Association for Theater Educators, Americans for the Arts, and the Educational Theatre Association. On behalf of Potomac, AFYP and Mason, I invite you to sign up for one of our outstanding performing and visual arts classes and programs.
Candy Neukam
Hello, I am the Marketing & Program Coordinator for Potomac. Aside from... (read more)
Hello, I am the Marketing & Program Coordinator for Potomac. Aside from running the daily operations of the office, I am also the contact person for the Instruments in the Attic program and Private Music Instruction. I am a member of the Friends of Music at Mason, a volunteer organization dedicated to scholarship funding and community awareness in support of George Mason University's School of Music. I am also currently pursuing my Masters in Arts Management at GMU. I encourage you to explore your inner performer/artist by registering for one of our many inspiring opportunities.
Matt Geske
Hello, I am the Promotions & Website Coordinator for Potomac. Along with... (read more)
Hello, I am the Promotions & Website Coordinator for Potomac. Along with helping run the office, I also oversee the website and online system. I earned my Bachelor of Music degree from Minnesota State University, where I also served as the Assistant to the Director of their Performing Arts Series. I received dance training from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, and I have performed in community theater, toured as a choreographer/dancer, worked at an art gallery, and taught street-style dance. As a member of the Friends of Dance at Mason, I admonish you to unleash your inner artist by partaking of all that Potomac has to offer.
Candice Cooper
Hello, I am an Administrative Assistant for Potomac and the Director of... (read more)
Hello, I am an Administrative Assistant for Potomac and the Director of Touring Programs and Outreach for A Class Act – Acting for Young People & Adults, Inc. (AFYP). I worked for four years with Virginia Stage Company (VSC), LORT, as the Education Associate and Tour Manger. I have served on the faculties of Imagination Stage, Educational Theatre Company, Mount Vernon Community Children's Theatre and Virginia Governor's School for the Arts. Also, I have worked as a director, stage manager and educator at several professional theatres up and down the east coast. I earned a BA in Theatre from Jacksonville State University.
Corky the Potomac Mascot
As the Official Mascot for the Potomac Arts Academy, Corky has years of... (read more)
As the Official Mascot for the Potomac Arts Academy, Corky has years of experience in providing moral support and flourishes in his role as the symbol of Potomac pride. Corky is an avid music lover, favorites including Johann Sebastian Bark and Antonio Furvaldi. He enjoys Latin Kennel Dancing and has a flare for Vincent Van "Staaay!" paintings. If you stop by our office on any given day, you may find a furry welcome!
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