It’s Our Pleasure to Meet You!
We at Standing Ovation are a team of creative professionals who specialize in helping our local youth pursue and realize their dreams through theater and the arts!
A Letter From the Owners of Standing Ovation
Standing Ovation Performing Arts was started in 2006 by JR. and Erin Coley. They built a phenomenal safe place where children could come and discover who they were and live out their passion for theatre.
We were introduced to SOPA in 2018 through a school friend of our 11 year old daughter. She was invited to audition for the summer production of Annie and she fell in love with all of it! Madison (Our daughter) had not been involved with any acting or singing to speak of previously, but when she came to Standing Ovation, a passion came alive in her that was undeniable. Madison grew in talent and discipline by leaps and bounds during her first year at SOPA, as she found a true love for musical Theatre.
We were very sad to hear that after 15+ years, Standing O would be closing for good on August 8th 2020. We as a family were out to dinner at Park Avenue Grill Friday the 24th of July where we joked about us stepping in to keep the theatre open , we decided to just give Erin a call to see what was going on and if there was any change or hope for the future of SOPA. Erin explained that multiple offers to purchase Standing O had fallen through over the summer and at this point time had run out. Erin and JR were scheduled to move and start their own new adventure that week and had already begun the process of shutting down the studio.
I called my husband and son and told them what was happening and while a little crazy, we made a last minute offer to purchase Standing Ovation—and Erin and J.R accepted! This has been a whirlwind of an endeavor and as our Musical Theater experience is, shall we say “limited”, it was truly a leap of faith.
There are no words to express our gratitude to Erin and J.R for putting their heart and soul into Standing Ovation for so many years and for being there to spark a passion in our daughter and many other children over the years that will last a lifetime.
We are thrilled to have this challenge and continue the legacy that Erin and J.R have entrusted to us, we are here to serve our community of children, helping them build life skills through participation in the performing arts in a wholesome environment!
We truly look forward to being a small part of the village it takes to raise our little ones.
Meet the SOPA Staff
John & Tracie Anderer
OWNERS
John and Tracie Anderer are excited to be a part of the musical theater community. It warms our heart to see young people grow in their talents and life skills.
We want to thank God for affording us this amazing opportunity. We would also like to thank all our staff for their hard work and dedication. Lastly, thank you to the parents and all your sacrifice. God bless you.
Robbie Kubusheski
OWNER/INVESTOR
Robbie Kubusheski is an entrepreneur and Father of two school aged children. He was born and raised in Palm Beach County and now resides in South Carolina with frequent trips back home.
Robbie was inspired by his sister’s love for Musical theatre to partner in Standing Ovation Performing Arts. Robbie is dedicated to the success of each young performer to discover their talents and follow through dreams.
Jordyn Declementes
THEATER DIRECTOR
Jordyn Declemente is an actress and singer from Boca Raton, Florida. Jordyn proudly holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Florida Southern College. Currently, she is serving as the Theatre Director at John I Leonard High School where she revamped the department and directed two one act plays, “21 Chump Street” and “Thought Traps” in her first year.
Beyond her role at the high school, Jordyn excels as a private coach in acting, singing, and auditioning. She also currently directed Moana Jr. at Standing Ovation and is teaching acting classes at Broadway Bound Academy.
Jordyn’s stage career features impressive roles in productions like “Blithe Spirit,” “Pippin,” “The Drowsy Chaperone,” “The Wild Party,” “Black Comedy,” and many more.
Jordyn’s passion for nurturing young talent is evident in her commitment to working with children and young adults. She also toured as a sound engineer with StarQuest Dance Competition and serves as a judge for Florida State Thespians.
Jordyn Declemente’s journey stands as a testament to her impact on theatre, coaching, and mentorship. Her legacy continues to unfold, leaving a lasting mark in the world of performing arts.
Shelley Barrett
SCENIC DIRECTOR
An Irish native, I studied at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and my career as a graphic designer has spanned many industries, from equestrian and real estate to health and currently automotive. My passion is fine art and I love to paint. Most of my work is digital now so designing and painting sets at Sopa is my way to keep in touch with that.
I started designing sets when my daughter Niamh signed up to do Aladdin at eight years old, that is 10 years ago and she is about to embark on her college experience in AMDA in New York. We fell in love with Standing Ovations and we enjoyed sharing the creative process – with her good friends Roisin and Brooke. I love bonding with my daughter through the arts. Since then we have worked on a host of shows, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Legally Blonde, Freaky Friday, Willie Wonka, Little Shop, Matilda, Shrek, Moana, Into the Woods, Spamalot and Frozen. Each show brings new challenges and we enjoy the whole process.
Andrea Sandrin
COSTUME DESIGN
Andrea Sandrin has been costuming shows at Standing Ovation since 2008. Her two children are both SOPA alumni and she has had the opportunity to see how much the skills they have learned in theater have benefited them as adults.
She is looking forward to many more productions.
Sarah Scalisi
SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR
Sarah is thrilled to be back in the theater, as it has brought back memories of productions she was apart of like: “the little mermaid,” “Willy Wonka”, “High School Musical”, “Legally Blonde” and more.
After directing the music for this past summer show “The Lion King” Sarah couldn’t stay out of Standing Ovation as she views it to be one of God’s many blessings. Sarah gives it all to her family and friends as they have supported her always, and is extremely grateful for this opportunity!
Amanda Lopez
Director
Amanda is ecstatic to be joining the Standing Ovation Family!
Amanda is a South Florida performer. Her favorite and most recent acting credits include: Sheila in “A Chorus Line” (Running August-September 2024 at the Delray Beach Playhouse), Ilona in She Loves Me & Cha-Cha in Grease (Delray Beach Playhouse), Hello, Dolly! & 42nd Street (LPAC), Young Frankenstein (Elizabeth U/S), Little Shop of Horrors (Chiffon), Cabaret (Texas) In The Heights (Loxen Entertainment), Evita (Actors’ Playhouse).
Her most recent Choreographer credits include “The Addams Family” and “Matilda, Jr.” at Delray Beach Playhouse and most recent Director credit was “The Lion King, Jr.” and Assistant Director for “Finding Nemo, Jr.” at Miami Children’s Theatre.
Amanda has a BFA in Film from The Art Institute of Miami and when not onstage, she is a Theatre Teacher, Choreographer and Voiceover/Dubbing Artist at various Voiceover Studios in Miami.
Michael Materdomini
Director
Michael Materdomini is very excited to be joining the Standing Ovation crew! He is a Professional Actor working in many theatres in the area including Slow Burn Theatre Company, ACM Productions, Delray Beach Playhouse and MNM Theatre. His most recent shows include, Into The Woods, Grease, A Chorus Line, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Little Mermaid, Newsies, 42nd Street and many more! He also works as the Acting/Musical Theatre Teacher at Adriana Zabala’s Voice and Music Academy! Follow him on Social Media! @michael.materdomini
