Welcome to THE Skyline Arts Studio!
Getting ready for a role? Auditioning for something exciting? Or simply love to perform?
At Skyline Arts Studio, students in Grades 1–12 can train one-on-one with our coaches to strengthen their craft, build confidence, and shine in the spotlight!
Whether you’re preparing for an audition, working toward college admission, or developing your acting, voice, or dance technique, our personalized lessons are designed to help every performer reach their full potential.
skyline Coaches
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Teaching Artist (Company Director, Improv)
Briana Fogleman (she/her) is thrilled to be directing with Skyline Arts! Briana is an NYC based actor, singer, voiceover artist and vocal coach. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Musical Theatre from Oakland University, and has been working as a teaching artist for the past several years across NYC and NJ. She has worked with all ages across her many years of experience with children, both in artistic and educational settings.
Her favorite past performances include roles in Treasure Island (National Tour), Iphigenia (International Tour), Les Miserables, Into the Woods, and Under Milk Wood.
Massive thanks to Nadia, Teresa, Cory, and all of the kids for entrusting me with this project!
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Teaching Artist (Vocal Technique, Vocal Coach)
Sam Sultan (he/they) is a Jersey City-based theatre-creator, performer, and teaching artist, with a passion for helping young artists find their creative voices and their community.
Sam's first full length musical, Saint Stephen & the Children's Crusade, was selected to take part in the Apples & Oranges THEatre Accelerator and was featured in Allen and Gray's digital New Voices Concert series. Sam composed music for Happily: The Musical, which has had multiple productions in NYC and around the country.
Some favorite credits as a musician and music specialist accompanying Laura Bell Bundy’s workshops, playing guitar for Bobby Cronin at Birdland and The Green Room and serving as music assistant for Sara Bareilles and Ingrid Michaelson for the Double Standards concert at Town Hall.
Some favorite credits as an actor include Once at the Public Theatre San Antonio, The Hunchback of Notre Dame at the White Plains Performing arts center, and Big River at Westchester Broadway Theater.
Sam is a proud member of AEA, DGA and the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop.
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Meghan LaFlam is so thrilled to be returning to Skyline! Meghan is an actor, singer, musician and vocal coach. She graduated from The Boston Conservatory with a BFA in musical theater, emphasis in vocal repertory. She has performed professionally in musicals all over the country, as well as in concerts at The Boston Symphony Orchestra, before switching career gears into the music industry to release and record her own original music.
Follow Meghan on IG for music updates @callmemaidin
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Teaching Artist (Vocal Technique, Vocal Coach, Stage Manager)
Jess Woodlee is a Teaching Artist who wears many hats: Vocal Tech, Music Directing, and Stage Managing. Keep eyes peeled for guitar & piano lessons as well!
A recent graduate of Berklee College of Music, Jessica Woodlee is an alt-indie pop artist, songwriter and producer who combines modern pop lyricism and synths with hints of classic blues-and-rock-infused instrumentation to create a fresh yet familiar sound. Jessica has consistently played venues in the northeast, becoming a go-to opener for touring artists like Christopher, Annie Omalley and SophieSaid. Through consistent releases, live shows and putting her stickers on countless street signs, Jessica has garnered over 15k+ followers across social media and 10.7k monthly listeners on Spotify.
Jessica grew up in the world of theater, studying classical voice, acting and dance at schools across the tri-state area. Signed to her first agent at 9 years old, Jessica spent most of her childhood on stage and in audition rooms. While building her pop career, Jessica has also built up her educational chops; teaching voice, guitar, piano and more at French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts, Lux Performing Arts, Music & Arts and private in-home lessons. Jessica has loved getting to rediscover her love for theater here at Skyline Arts and can't wait to help foster the next generation of talent!
Follow Jess on IG for music updates @jessicawoodlee
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Maria Tramontozzi (she/her/hers)- Is beyond thrilled to join the wonderful team at Skyline Arts. NYC/Boston based, Maria is a graduate of The Manhattan School of Music (BM ‘21) and Columbia University (MA ‘23).
She teaches voice and piano in her private studio in Manhattan both in person and on zoom (Tramontozzi Music Studio)- check out her website for any inquires!
Past Musical Direction include: Annie Jr., Peter Pan Jr., and Seussical.
As a performer, she has performed in NYC as well as all over the nation and globe. Select stage credits include: The Sound of Music (Maria), The Music Man (Marian), The Secret Garden (Lily), A Little Night Music (Anne), Man of La Mancha (Antonia), The Cherry Orchard (Dunyasha), Dirty Legal Secrets (the one woman play and ensemble play as GC and Alpha) and Beauty and the Beast (Belle).
Film/TV: Don’t Look Up, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, and Dexter: New Blood.
Look out for her on Family Feud! @maria_tram mariatramontozzi.com
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Obie Award-winner for his work in the Pulitzer Prize and TONY Award-winning musical
A Strange Loop, most recently seen Off-Broadway in White Girl in Danger (Second
Stage/The Vineyard Theatre). Jackson’s cabaret work has been seen at Joe’s Pub,
DROM, Duane Park, 54 Below, and The Green Room 42 with hit shows Shady Sings
The Blues, I Just Wanted To Wear This, and The Black-Ups (with co-creators LaDonna
Burns & Elliot Roth). Recent sold out Juneteenth performances in Provincetown,
Massachusetts, where he’s regularly on stage at The Provincetown Theatre, Post Office
Cabaret, The Wilde, The Mary Heaton Vorse House, and Tin Pan Alley. Co-host of the
Broadway-themed podcast 5 Questions with James and JAM with TONY nominee,
John-Andrew Morrison. The duo have interviewed legends ~ Elizabeth Stanley, Leslie
Rodriguez Kritzer, Bonnie Milligan, BD Wong, and Ryan Reynolds.
Jackson has graced the stages of Radio City Music Hall and Carnegie Hall. Stage
credits: The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Whistle
Down The Wind (National Tour), Dreamgirls (DASH Award), The Wild Party (SpeakEasy
Stage), Henri Gabler (Exigent Theatre Co). Directing credits include Gypsy (College
Light Opera Company). As an arts educator, he has worked with students at
Manhattanville University, University of South Florida (Tampa & Sarasota), Open Jar
Institute, and Westfield State University, where he was recently named 2024 Alumni of
the Year. James’ work has been seen at Williamstown Theatre Festival, The American
Repertory Theatre’s Club Oberon in Cambridge, and Los Angeles’ Lyric Theatre.
Catch James in Encores! production of La Cage aux Folles until June 28, 2026.
www.TheJamesJacksonJr.com or @JJacksonJr on Instagram.
Catch James in Encores! production of La Cage aux Folles until June 28, 2026!
In Case You Were Wondering…
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No matter where you are on your singing, acting, or dancing journey — or even if you’re just beginning — Skyline Arts Studio’s teaching professionals bring experience, passion, and creativity to every lesson.
Email info@skylineartsjc.com for more information.
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You can schedule individual lessons online by selecting your coach, choose your day and time, and register. Payment options can also be set up during registration.
Availability Note:
Because ongoing students may have reserved weekly times, single sessions depend on the instructor’s current availability so booking in advance is recommended.Email info@skylineartsjc.com for additional information!
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After booking your first session, just click “Add another appointment” on the confirmation screen to schedule additional sessions.
Payment is typically due at the time of booking, but you will have the option to pay later for the additional appointments.
Email info@skylinartsjc.com for more information!
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At Skyline Arts JC, private coaching starts at Grade 1. While most children can begin private lessons around age 6–7, it all depends on their ability to focus and follow instructions.
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24-Hour Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy:
Cancellations or Appointment reschedules must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
Lessons canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled.
If Skyline Arts must cancel, the lesson will be rescheduled at no extra cost.
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At Skyline Arts, we encourage children to work independently to help build focus and confidence. Parents are always welcome nearby.
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Skyline Arts – Skyline Studio Private Lesson Policies
Scheduling & Booking
Private lessons are scheduled through the Skyline Studio booking system. Lesson availability is based on teacher schedules and studio availability.
All lesson bookings are confirmed by email at the time of registration.
24-Hour Cancellation Policy
Private lessons require at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellation or rescheduling.
Lessons canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice are considered a missed lesson and cannot be refunded or rescheduled.
If Skyline Arts must cancel a lesson due to teacher illness, emergency, or studio conflict, the lesson will be rescheduled at no additional cost.
No Refund Policy
All private lesson purchases are non-refundable.
Missed lessons, late cancellations, or no-shows are not eligible for refunds or credits.
Arrival & Lesson Time
Students are expected to arrive on time and ready to begin their lesson.
Lessons begin and end at the scheduled time, regardless of when the student arrives.
Late arrivals will not receive additional time, as this would impact other scheduled students.
If a teacher is delayed, the missed time will be added to the lesson or rescheduled.
Preparation Expectations
Students are expected to practice assigned material between lessons and arrive prepared with necessary materials, including:
• Sheet music
• Scripts or audition sides
• Notebook for feedback and notes
• Water and any required materialsLessons may focus on review rather than new material if students arrive unprepared.
Attendance & Consistency
Consistent attendance is essential for student progress. Skyline Studio encourages students to maintain a regular coaching schedule whenever possible.
Repeated tardiness or missed lessons may result in loss of priority scheduling.
Studio Conduct
Students are expected to behave respectfully toward teachers, staff, and fellow students.
Disruptive or unsafe behavior may result in termination of lessons at Skyline Arts’ discretion.
Performance & Casting Disclaimer
Participation in Skyline Studio private coaching does not guarantee casting in Skyline productions or any external performances.
Casting decisions are based on audition results, role suitability, and production needs.
Illness Policy
If a student has symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, vomiting, or other contagious illness, the lesson should be canceled or rescheduled in accordance with the 24-hour cancellation policy.
This policy helps protect the health of students, teachers, and the studio community.
Liability & Medical Authorization
By participating in Skyline Arts private lessons, parents and guardians release Skyline Arts, its staff, and instructors from liability for injuries or illnesses that may occur during lessons.
If a parent or guardian cannot be reached in an emergency, Skyline Arts may seek appropriate medical treatment for the student unless written notice states otherwise.
Parents must inform Skyline Arts in writing of any medical conditions, physical limitations, allergies, or special needs.
Media Release
Skyline Arts may photograph or film lessons for use on the Skyline Arts website, social media, and promotional materials.
Media participation is governed by the Skyline Arts waiver forms, where families may approve or decline participation.