Spotlight has to be one of the best things that has happened in my life. Without it I would still be insecure about being in front of people and public speaking. I never knew I could even sing until I joined less than a year ago. The director there, Ms. Angela is one of the most influential people i...
After watching 3 productions at spotlight and hearing from friends who have starred in shows there, it seems very poorly managed. There's a lot of other theaters in charlotte that put on much better productions.
I love being in plays here and taking voice lessons!
It sounds to me like some comments that have been written over the last couple of days are by children who had their feelings hurt. That is a very sad and immature way to express that. Angela is a strong teacher and certainly challenges her students (which we love as parents of athletes we know it h...
I took classes and performed at Spotlight for 7 years. Angela is especially good with younger casts, putting on such fun shows and not putting an unhealthy amount of pressure on younger performers to be perfect (tho she does expect her older students to live up to what she s taught them!) I recomm...
Spotlight is amazing and I am so happy I found it I have met so many amazing people who are all rly sweet and supportive including Angela who has helped so much and I love doing her shows and taking voice lessons with her she has helped so much and spotlight has been great!!
Angela is a bad person and I highly doNot recommend this place as a child he s had friends to go there I would listen to me more than the parents commenting underneath it
I m not sure what the catalyst is for the rash of reviews over the past 24 hours but it appears as though someone got offended and recruited others to use google reviews in an attempt to discredit a local small business which is unfortunate. All three of my children have participated in productions...
I was in the show "Bye Bye Birdie" and i loved all the people there plus the experience was wonderful!
Spotlight Performing Arts has become my daughter's second home. She has made great friends and, under the direction of Angela Mills, has become more comfortable and capable in her singing and acting skills. Not only is she able to perform in scheduled shows throughout the year, Summer Camps are an...
Both of my kids and have attended camps with Spotlight Performing Arts Academy. We live in SC and allowed our kids to stay with family members for their camp weeks. My son went 5 years in a row and he absolutely loved it.
My daughter was in the Trolls JR performance recently. My daughter (7) has a...
My two children have been part of Spotlight for several years and would not miss a production. They are motivated and inspired by the brilliant team at Spotlight. It is hands down the best dramatic instruction, music lessons including voice and camps in the metro area.
I highly do not recommend going. One of the guys there bullied my friend who had a terrible experience as well as her siblings who had a terrible experience into deleting their comment. The place itself is terrible and mentally draining. Be careful. The owner Angela should not be a teacher.
Spotlight Theatre has been a phenomenal place for my kids. Both of them have grown and matured through the years that they have attended. I cannot say enough great things about Angela. She has really helped one of my kids grow as a person more than you will ever know. Heck she even got me start...
Our experience with Angela Gordon Mills and Spotlight Performing Arts has been phenomenal. We have been a part of this theater for 2+ years. This is a locally run theater group (small business) offering a variety of music and performing arts classes. All 3 of my children have participated in a var...
This is a great place to take music lessons or drama or musical theatre. The owner, Angela, is a great teacher.
Angela Gordon Mills is an incompetent director with no regard for her students, the shows she produces, and the space she performs in. Theatre is supposed to be an inclusive and fun art form used for storytelling, yet with Angela, her priorities seem to be focused more on how everyone else can make ...
The owners and staff are fabulous. The facility is very nice too.
I have been involved with spotlight performing arts heavily over the last three years. I was involved in productions as an actor, as a technical director, and as a carpenter. Although I met many people there that I am still close with, overall my experience was a negative one.
The main issue that...
Local theater is a wonderful way to experiment with acting and the arts. But Spotlight is so much more: it is professional, engaging, and a way to improve your craft. The owner Angela creates dynamic shows where everyone shines. We LOVE Spotlight!
This place is seriously not worth you money! There are many, many issues with the staff, and COVID Safety Precautions . Please consider going to another theater company, as there are a good amount of better and safer alternatives.
I absolutely loved the staff and the facility as well!
Wow, where to begin
I ve read the recent reviews numerous times and am simply stunned. I cannot alone change the minds of the people who are so relentlessly attempting to destroy a kind and compassionate woman s business, reputation, and overall well-being. What I can do is give an account of my...
Spotlight has been such an incredible experience!! Mrs. Angela is one of the most amazing directors ever and puts together such astounding shows! The environment is so safe and inclusive and everyone gets a chance to showcase their talent! Not only is Mrs. Angela a great director, but an extraordina...
I took dance lessons here a few years ago and managed to learn next to nothing. If you didn t pick it up fast enough she (Angela) would not slow down and help, rather make somewhat discouraging comments. If you are interested in dance lessons its better to seek out somewhere else rather than this ca...
Spotlight theatre has tremendously enriched the life of my teenage son. Performing in musical productions has enabled him to be confident in front of an audience. He is able to articulate himself and has gained skills that he will use his whole life. He has gained incredible friendships. We are so...
My Gracie loves her guitar classes with Miss Angela.
I always wanted to do theatre ever since my sister was doing it as well. Although I sometimes never get the role I wanted, I m still happy I get to do shows with the friends I made along the way. And yes, Angela may be harsh sometimes, but she has good intentions in doing so, like making sure we are...
I wanted to wait a while for things to cool down before posting my review because I know it s been absolute chaos. I started coming to spotlight back in 2016. It s where I found my love for theater, it s where I found confidence in myself and broke from my shell, and it s where I ve had the opportun...
We have been part of Spotlight for almost 8 years and it has been a wonderful experience for us. Both of my kids have done multiple shows and classes at Spotlight. The owner Angela has done so much for my kids and the community. She welcomes everyone into her theater and just askes for a positive at...
There s a lot I could say on the subject of my experience at Spotlight. I had been apart of that company for approximately 4 years. From the moment I did my first show here to the moment I quit mid show due to all the emotional stress. Spotlight was nothing but pure chaos. Not only have I first hand...
I have been doing this since I was seven years old and nothing made me happier than doing one of these plays and working with here. All she cares about is helping us and trying to make us better.
I am a performer, a teacher, & a dance instructor in the charlotte area, & whenever I have a parent ask about a theatre program for their child, Spotlight, under the direction of Angela Mills, is the first place I recommend.
Angela was my chorus teacher my junior year of high school (as well as my ...
Angela Gordon Mills should not be teaching. While she does have her bearable moments, and some talent, the verbal and physical abuse she puts some of her students through her should not be tolerated. I have seen her throw books at students, and yell at them relentlessly. She expects her older stud...
one time angela would not let me bring my friend panera bread (picture included) and they heavily starved. Also, I fell asleep during the show.
I ve been doing shows at spotlight for almost 3 years now and I love it. I started voice lessons there last year and my voice is continuing to get better and better. The people at spotlight are amazing and Angela is really helping me improve and build my confidence with my voice.
Angela is an AWESOME person and a GREAT teacher, Spotlight is like my second home where I can do what I love with the people I love.
Been going here for years and absolutely love it. The owner Angela is such a sweet and kind hearted person who refuses to turn a single person away.