OUR STORY
“In a bustling city like New York, it’s easy to feel lost, especially for young people. They need a space where they can build confidence, connect with others, and explore their creativity. Unfortunately, many don’t have quality access to the arts, leaving them without an outlet to express themselves or a community to belong to.
Growing up, I was fortunate to be part of a youth theater that shaped who I am today. As a professional actor and performing arts teacher living and working on the Upper West Side for the past decade, I realized that something was missing—a place where kids could find the same joy, confidence, and community that I once experienced. It’s hard to watch young people miss out on opportunities that could help them flourish, especially in a city as big and brimming with possibilities as New York.
That’s why I started Broadway Rise—to create a space where young people can discover their potential through engaging Acting and Musical Theater classes. Here, kids aged 5-18 can gain confidence, try new things, and find a sense of belonging that’s often hard to come by. Broadway Rise isn’t just a theater program; it’s a community where every child has the chance to shine.”
Eloïse Ghislaine
THE TEAM
FOUNDER, Eloïse Ghislaine
An experienced voice, music and acting teacher for 15 years, Eloïse is passionate about encouraging people to engage in the performing arts and inspiring them to achieve their best.
Eloïse attended college at the Australian Institute of Music (BMus), and completed her postgraduate degree at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music (GrDip) majoring in Theater and Vocal Performance respectively.
Career highlights include performing at Carnegie Hall, the Sydney Opera House, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines and performing on tour across South East Asia.
Since relocating to New York, Eloïse has performed regularly throughout the city, making regular appearances at Birdland Jazz Club, Don’t Tell Mama, The Duplex and 54 Below.
For the past decade, Eloïse has also been a performing arts teacher on the Upper West Side, coaching students in acting, theater, voice, piano, and guitar. Eloïse has also been a guest teacher at Broadway Dance Center and held several performing arts workshops for kids, teens and adults in New York City.
TEACHER, Elena Sartor
Elena is enthusiastic about guiding young people toward the performing arts and encouraging them to shine.
Elena is a Music & Creative Movement Teacher, Educator and Performer. Her goal is to instill her passion for the performing arts to young artists,and to provide them with tools to express their creativity and personality.
After graduating at Cà Foscari University in Venice, Italy, she continued her studies in Musical Theatre at the New York Film Academy in NYC.
As an educator, Elena has served as the resident performing arts teacher at La Scuola d'Italia and has also taught in the Children's Summer Program at The Juilliard School.
Elena is also an experienced Stage Manager having worked at numerous festivals throughout the city and for the Broadway musical, “Gettin’ The Band Back Together” (Belasco Theatre).
TEACHER, Gabi Hagenlocker
Gabi is beyond excited to bring the transformative experience of theatre and performance to this community of performing arts lovers.
Gabi Hagenlocker is a recent graduate of Florida State University’s BFA Music Theatre program! In her time at college, she studied the likes of Shakespeare, Chekov, Stanislavsky, Uta Hagen, and Linklater. She also received dance training in Graham, Cunningham, ballet, and theatre jazz styles.
Her university performance credits include Violet Newstead in 9 to 5, Ensemble/Fight Captain in Sweet Charity, Old Shady in Men on Boats, and a swing in Newsies with director Michael Fatica.
Outside of the classroom, Gabi also conducted honors research on Frantic Assembly’s process of devising theatre. Her ensemble work allowed her to explore the forms of theater performance and push the boundaries of storytelling.
Her goal is to inspire students to interpret text freely and perform authentically: finding connection and community. She is eager to immerse herself in the New York professional theatre scene and share her knowledge on audition process and stage preparation.”
OUR MISSION
At Broadway Rise, we are dedicated to building confidence in our students by immersing them in the world of performance. Our mission is to empower them to express their unique voices, develop their talents, and gain the self-confidence to shine in all aspects of their lives.
By providing opportunities for students to participate in theater, music, and dance, we help them develop essential life skills, such as teamwork, communication, and self-discipline. Our program is committed to fostering a supportive community where every student feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
By participating in our program, students learn to trust their instincts, embrace their uniqueness, and grow into confident, capable individuals.
