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“I was overjoyed to see so many students LIVING and LOVING being on stage!”

Kasie P.

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Meet the Team

Our team is comprised of a variety of diverse educators, musicians, entrepreneurs, and community engagement activists who are committed to ensuring the advancement of quality youth theatre in Charlotte, NC.

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Founder & CEO

Monice Ife' Chavis

Monica devotes her time to building a team to support the Porch Productions' mission. She continues to advocate for youth while serving in her church, on the Salvation Army Board and supporting students in the school system, she was recently invited to the Education Committee for Blumenthal Performing Arts. 

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Creative Director

Karen Majercsik

Karen has been with Porch Productions for 5 years, starting backstage with the Irwin Academic Center Drama Club. Her current roles include Communications Director and Creative Director.

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Director

Stanley "Qwa" Dorsey

Qwa has been working with young performers for over a decade, helping grow and mold young people towards the stage and screen. He is proud of how he pulls out the best in all his students and sets a standard for performing arts in the performers he works with. He is grateful and excited for every opportunity he has with Porch Productions.

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Production Director

Kenisha Monroe

Kenisha Monroe is a mother of three and a teacher at heart. She strongly believes in the talent of her children and other youth. She loves working with youth of all ages and encouraging them to tap into and strengthen their talents. She is an advocate of the arts.

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