Meet the Performers

Your experience will not only be authentic with meticulously designed costumes, but with attention to details of the performers. AWYHM Performers truly become the character to provide you with a totally believable performance. We work with talented people who take this roll seriously, while having fun with the kids at the same time!

Amanda H

Amanda puts the P in positivity, she’s an outgoing, exciting individual with exceptional customer service skills. She’s worked as a Nanny, for the last 7 years caring for children, and interacting as a family member. She goes above and beyond in her roles as a nanny, a princess and performer. She’s diligent in her mental and physical health, and thoroughly enjoys roll play, costumes and makeup, in a variety of styles. She’s up beat and flexible to meet desirable schedules and proactively helps with her mothers in-home daycare needs. In her professional roles as a salsa dancer and instructor, she has reached 2-time champion recognition titles, in multiple competitions as well as preformed twice abroad in Rio de Janeiro for the annual Carnival Celebration.

Amaris

Amaris Laurette Taylor is a California born singer-songwriter, dance instructor, and all around performer who has been putting forth her music regionally for nearly a decade. She was in several bands based out of San Luis Obispo county for which she fiddled, sung for, and writes music and lyrics with and has been blessed to play stages up and down the West Coast with many other incredible artists, from the House of Blues in Hollywood to venues and music festivals everywhere from Apple Valley all the way out to Seattle and New Mexico. She has also done much solo work performing everywhere from fine restaurants, local wineries, and weddings following the music wherever it takes her. Her unique blend of skillful blues and jazz guitar picking combined with soulful vocals create an ambiance not soon to be forgotten. She graduated from PCPA's acting conservatory in 2011 after an unfolding lifelong learning adventure in music, dance and performance and has had the honor of bringing smiles with A Wish Your Heart Makes since 2013. She is also a proud children’s theater teacher for Klein Dance Arts in Santa Maria in addition to being a busy mom to two boys, and she loves to encourage both the children and the child-like to trust in the Creator’s love and follow your dreams!!!

Annabelle F

Annabelle is an Art and Design Major at Cal Poly who enjoys working as a photographer for Mustang News and local bands. When she isn’t at College she enjoys nothing more than spending time with her two beloved pet cows Jolene and Lilly! She first fell in love with working with children while being a volunteer outdoor education cabin leader. She admires princess Anna for her close relationship with her sister as Annabelle’s friendship with her older brother means everything to her.

Anabella I

Hi! My name is Anabella, I’m a junior at Orcutt Academy and I’m working towards my AA degree at Allan Hancock. Since I was little I have had a huge love for singing and acting, my entire family loves the arts so it rubbed off on me. Entertaining is a huge passion of mine and there is nothing I find more fulfilling than sharing that love. Working with kids is super important to me, I want to be a youth choir or theatre director and learning to really connect with youth is a huge part of that. I am so excited to make magic happen and spread joy.

Ashley J

Ashley is a daycare teacher and esthetician graduate. She is working to get licensed and showcase her skincare and makeup skills outside of school. Ashley has been working in child care for 9+ years now and absolutely adores kids, including her own. She was the mascot of her high school and spent five years in drama class, showcasing her love for performance. Ashley has recently gotten into photography as well with two years of experience, capturing special moments with her keen eye for detail. Her entire family are huge Disney fans, loving all things Disney and visiting Disneyland as often as possible. She has always wanted to be a character performer there! When she’s not being a busy bee, she enjoys quality time with her husband and daughter, binge-watching Netflix shows while drinking lots of coffee! Ashley is usually soft-spoken when you first meet her, but through work and school she has learned to come out of her shell more and looks forward to continuing to spread happiness and magic through her performances and make children smile!

Brandon

Born and raised in the Central Valley, Brandon is a California native and a lover of all things Disney, Star Wars, and Super Heroes! Brandon has been a performer for as long as he can remember, from band concerts in the 3rd grade, to karaoke night every other Wednesday! He's never afraid to be too goofy, too bubbly, or too fun; and there's nothing that kids love more than enthusiasm. Brandon's wish is to make every celebration an amazing one for not only the children, but the families and his fellow performers too!

Brogan

Brogan is from Saint Anthony, Idaho and currently attends Fresno State as an NCAA Student-Athelete. She is a Senior on the Equestrian team and plans to graduate in May 2025 with the degree of Agriculture Communications and Education.

Brogan LOVES horses and has been riding ever since before she could walk. She also loves drawing/painting, spending quality time with friends and family, and loves sports. She has years of experience of being a rodeo queen, roles in plays, and has 8 months of training with Prestige Modeling Company where she did acting, singing, and modeling. Like many others, she grew up on the Disney Princesses movies and will forever be a princess everyday.

Carlei

As a passionate performer, Carlei strives to nurture her gift through diverse performance opportunities. She is a graduate from Liberty University Online with a B.S. in Commercial Music. Her love for children’s entertainment stems from her family’s educational YouTube channel, “Sign Post Kids”. She enjoys entertainment and strives to bring light and love to others through performance. She is constantly finding new ways to grow and use her skills in, dance, voice, acting and entertainment! Bringing characters to life for A Wish Your Heart Makes is an exciting new endeavor for her! Carlei looks forward to sharing smiles and joy with all the children she encounters!

Corie

Hey everyone! I’m Corie, and I’m a senior in high school, dual enrolled in the EMT program at College of the Sequoias! I’m on an exciting path to becoming a paramedic firefighter in the Marine Corps, and I couldn’t be more thrilled about it. Along with my passion for emergency services, I absolutely love working with kids! I manage the special needs child care department at my local church, and it’s one of the most rewarding things I do. I’m all about making a difference—whether it’s in the field or in the lives of the children I care for!

Daphne

Daphne is thrilled to bring a little sparkle and magic to A Wish Your Heart Makes! She is a junior at Fresno State University, double majoring in Communication and Theatre Arts–Education. With years of experience performing on stage and dancing as a member (and captain!) of the Fresno State Dance Team, she also loves choreographing musicals and directing youth productions. Daphne’s greatest joy is bringing characters to life and bringing a smile to every child’s face and she cannot wait to meet you!

Ella

Ella is a performer at heart. From plays, musicals, and public speaking, Ella enjoys putting herself out there for the world to see. Two of her favorite musicals are Come From Away and Something Rotten, and her favorite movie is The Little Prince! Her favorite Disney princess is Merida, but also has a special place in her heart for Alice! In her free time— outside of performing, Ella can be found traveling, spending time with friends, or picking up Dutch Bros! She is super excited for this opportunity to be a Party Princess and looks forward to what she will learn!

Ellie

Ellie is a student at the College of the Sequoias in Visalia, California. She is a big nature-lover and adores animals, so she is majoring in biology and hoping to transfer to a university in the next few years. In the future, Ellie wants to work as a marine veterinarian, or a sustainable landscaper and architect. Ellie is artistic, energetic, and hard-working. Having grown up doing theater shows --- playing multiple lead roles such as Princess Fiona in Shrek The Musical --- Ellie loves acting, singing, and dancing. Ellie looked up to Disney princesses when she was a little girl and would like to bring that magic to life for other kids.

Emy

Emy grew up in the spotlight as a member of her family’s educational YouTube channel, “Sign Post Kids”. She has spent the past nine years teaching, entertaining, and inspiring children alongside her wonderful siblings. It wasn’t until three years ago that she discovered her passion for live theater. Since then, she has been developing her skills at The Studio of Performing Arts. Emy leaps at any opportunity to perform! Whether she is in front of the camera, on stage, or wearing a princess gown, her goal remains the same: to spread joy, spark wonder, inspire creativity, and leave little sparkle wherever she goes!

Jackeline

As a little girl, Jackeline always wanted to be a Disney princess! Her parents would always make sure she had the most magical dresses when she was little and she would happily act out her favorite princess scenes. Getting the opportunity to become good friends with Princess Jasmine and Snow White brought back so many wonderful memories from her childhood! Its a perfect reminder to her of how much she loves bringing characters to life and making people, especially little princesses and princes, happy! Jackeline loves to babysit, and volunteering at church and in classrooms, she’s even studying child psychology so she’s able to understand and bring happiness to little ones going through hard times. If everyone believed in happiness and magic like children do, the world would be a better place!

John

John is currently a Cal Poly student majoring in Theatre Arts and is so excited to be a part of this group! He’s been into theatre for years, ever since his first musical back in elementary school. Ever since then he’s been hooked, and has let this guide him to perform on stage as much as possible throughout his school years, both in and out of it. He has a love for stories and the characters within them that has never ceased, and more than once got in trouble for reading in class (he still has trouble with that sometimes, but don’t tell his teachers… they know). He loves all things Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Disney, DnD, MTG, and more. A self proclaimed nerd and proud of it, he looks forward to making sure that everyone has an absolutely magical time whenever possible, and is happy to be working to brighten the day of every last individual he meets here!

John J

John is known for his fun-loving and playful nature, always bringing joy and laughter as he embodies beloved superheroes. A proud Marine Corps veteran, John channels his discipline and strength into his performances. He is currently a student at Fresno City College majoring in Radiologic Technology. He enjoys staying fit through weight lifting and training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Outside of his professional life, John is a devoted husband and father, cherishing time spent with his wife and daughter. When he's not performing, you can find him playing golf, enjoying Magic: The Gathering, diving into video games, or watching Disney, Marvel and many other movies with his family. His love for these stories and characters shines through in every role he takes on.

Jordan H

Jordan, a gifted singer, dancer, choreographer, and actor, captivates audiences with his vibrant performances and heartfelt expressions. His passion for the arts drives him to hone his craft and appreciate the transformative power of performance. Beyond the spotlight, Jordan’s enthusiasm extends to Star Wars and Marvel, inspiring him with their epic sagas, heroic tales, and themes of resilience and hope! Jordan’s mission is to spread joy and help children smile worldwide through performances, community events, and personal interactions, creating lasting memories and inspiring hope! In essence, Jordan embodies positivity, creativity, and the profound impact one person can have on others.

Jordan S

Jordan is a master’s student working to obtain her teaching credential at Cal Poly SLO’s Multiple Subject Teacher Preparation Program. She received her bachelor’s in child development, and she has working with many children from the area! For the future, she plans to be an elementary school teacher and move to administration in her career. Jordan is enthusiastic, engaging, and artistic! Jordan also is a creative artist with many paintings and enjoys jewelry making! Her theater background includes characters such as Ursula from the Little Mermaid and Frenchy from Grease! Jordan loves to sing, act, and teach children, something Disney princesses know a thing or two about!

Josephine

Josephine is currently an acting student at the Pacific Conservatory Theatre, located in Santa Maria. She has a passion for the arts and would love to perform on a Broadway stage someday. She has been singing, dancing, and acting since she was six years old and has been dreaming of being a princess for even longer. Much like a princess, Josephine loves animals. She has five dogs that she cares about very much, and she stops to pet every critter she meets. Josephine also has a strong interest in fashion and loves to design and style various whimsical outfits to try out. Her parents are both teachers and have instilled her with a love for education and working with little kids. She believes that keeping children’s imagination and sense of play alive is one of the most important things, and is honored to take part in a company that does just that.

Katie

Katie is a young performer who is thrilled for the opportunity to work with A Wish Your Heart Makes! She is an enthusiast for the Arts and loves to perform. Katie brings joy and laughter to every room she enters. Her love for children’s entertainment stems from her experience as an actress on her family’s YouTube channel, “Sign Post Kids.” Katie’s performance skills in singing, dancing and acting, allow her to shine onstage and off! She enjoys interacting with children of all ages. Katie is excited to bring joy to kids and her own unique sparkle to each character she portrays!

Kira

Kira is a junior in college and is studying business and marketing management. She’s been a dancer since she was three! She’s also been involved in competitive Taekwondo since she was five! She models for a boutique in the Central Valley and loves spending time with her family and friends, playing tennis and, of course, loves everything Disney! Kira’s done a little bit of everything, but, as a certain Pooh Bear once said, “Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved.” Kira has been a princess performer for six years and loves bringing a sparkle of magic and joy into little princes and princesses lives! A good friend of Kira’s happens to be the magical Queen Elsa!

Laura

Laura is so excited to be a part of the A Wish Your Heart Makes team! She is currently a Freshman at Clovis Community College, double-majoring in Elementary Education and Music Education. Laura is currently a vocal coach, an Agricultural Journalist, and an experienced performer in musical theater and Choral Music. She enjoys singing, backpacking, spending time with her family, and gardening! She has 11 siblings and even more nieces and nephews, so she is so excited to help these kids experience a little bit of Disney Magic!

Lauren

Lauren has been an avid musician her whole life, and spends much of her time working with animals. A true Princess has that special touch with her furry friends, naturally! Her heartfelt passions include the piano, writing, snuggling with dogs and cats, drawing, and hanging out with the other Disney Princesses—particularly that charming Rapunzel! Lauren’s childhood is strongly rooted in all things Disney, and she has drawn many irreplaceable lessons from those sweet stories that she wants to share with the other little princes and princesses. To her, kindness and individuality are some of the most important attributes to have! As dear Snow White once put it, “When the raindrops come tumbling, remember you’re the one who can fill the world with sunshine.

Matt

Matt has been a performer as long as he can remember, from starring in musicals to leading songs in church. He plans to continue his love for music by majoring in it during his time in college. If he isn't on stage, you can probably find Matt with friends and family, eating food, or playing volleyball. It brings him utmost joy to see the effect he can make on the world through his talents, and he is very excited to be able to use those talents to give as many children a magical experience as possible with A Wish Your Heart Makes!!