She holds a Bachelor of Art in Communications and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Art and Design from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her focus was always on making installation art—exploring how people emotionally engage with artistic environments. This fascination with immersive storytelling continues to guide her work in the theater today.

Her journey into children's musical theater began as a mother, watching her own daughter light up on stage. That moment of joy—and the community it created—inspired Lisa to help create that same experience for other children. Now, as the Producer of CPACKids, she is building a program that nurtures imagination, confidence, and community. She believes in the power of listening to each child—making space for them to be silly, expressive, and wholly themselves—and in surrounding them with a team of equally passionate, creative mentors.

Lisa’s design work has been published across three continents, and she has contributed to more than ten internationally published works. But her proudest achievements are the ones that happen quietly: hearing young voices echo through the theater, seeing a child step into a role with confidence, and knowing she helped create a space where every performer feels seen, heard, and celebrated.

When not at the theater, Lisa treasures time with her husband and children. She loves traveling, discovering new experiences, training her dog Pippa, binge-watching TV series, and occasionally embarrassing her kids with her surprisingly strong repertoire of accents and dialects.

Mrs. S would like to thank her mother and grandmother for introducing her to the arts and always supporting her passion. A special thank you to her children, whose curiosity and confidence in pursuing their own passions inspire her to keep striving for her best.

Lisa is honored to lead CPACKids into another season bringing in fresh programming, collaborating with CSD teachers and staff, and working alongside an incredible team of artists and educators. She can't wait to see you and your shining star(s) in the theater!

Danielle Wilde is an enthusiastic educator and lifelong lover of the performing arts, currently in her 27th year of teaching and her fourth year at Westlawn Elementary, where she teaches 5th grade. With a deep-rooted love for musical theater, Mrs. Wilde brings both heart and experience to every stage she steps onto—whether as a teacher, coach, or director.

Raised in a theater-loving family, Danielle grew up watching her parents perform and work behind the scenes, sparking a lifelong connection to the magic of the stage. Her performance journey began with singing alongside her mother in church and blossomed into 12 years of singing and dancing with a German folk dancing troupe in Chicago. Her performance experiences took her across the globe to Austria, Germany, and Hungary, shaping her understanding of storytelling through movement and music.

In high school, Danielle was a proud member of the dance team and later a singer/dancer in performance groups. She also immersed herself in choir and drama classes, and continued exploring the arts in college while training to become an elementary educator.

Since 2014, Danielle has coached competitive speaking and acting (forensics), and in 2017, she co-directed The Lion King musical at St. Francis Borgia. By 2019, she had taken the reins of the school’s entire musical program—an experience that truly brought together her passions for teaching, theater, and youth development.

Mrs. Wilde thrives on inspiring young performers to grow in confidence, express themselves freely, and discover the joy of theater. Her favorite moments aren’t necessarily in the spotlight but behind it—cheering on her students as they take creative risks and discover their voices. One of her favorite memories is when Captain Hook forgot his sword during a performance of Peter Pan and boldly grabbed an anchor from the set to finish the fight scene—a perfect example of how theater teaches quick thinking and that even the "mistakes" can create the most magical memories.

Danielle is currently a forensics coach at Webster Middle School. Outside of school and theater, she enjoys reading, walking, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. She is especially proud that Westlawn Elementary recently received state recognition for high achievement and growth.

If given the chance, Mrs. Wilde would love to sit down with Lin-Manuel Miranda to dive into the brilliance behind his musicals and creative process. But for now, you’ll find her right where she belongs—encouraging young artists, building theater families, and making magic come alive on stage.

Mrs. Fisher is thrilled to be joining the CPACKids Musical Theatre team as the Music Director for Willy Wonka! She has just completed her Masters of Music in Music Theatre Vocal Pedagogy at Carthage College and brings three years of experience teaching general and choral music. She earned her Bachelor of Music in K–12 Choral and General Music Education, with a minor in Theatre Studies, from St. Norbert College in 2022.

A lifelong performer, Mrs. Fisher's love for musical theatre began when her mom brought home the Wicked cast recording. After weeks of listening in the car and memorizing every song, she was officially hooked! Since then, she has performed in numerous productions, including The Addams Family, Mamma Mia!, Tuck Everlasting, and 9 to 5. One of her favorite roles was Marian Paroo in The Music Man, JR.

Mrs. Fisher discovered her passion for children's musical theatre while directing Singin' in the Rain, JR. at Webster Middle School and Disney's Dare To Dream with CPACKids in summer 2026. Watching young performers grow in confidence and discover their potential quickly became one of the most rewarding parts of her work. She loves creating a rehearsal environment that is both educational and fun, using improv games, storytelling, and creative exploration to help students build skills while making lasting memories.

When asked what she hopes students take away from their musical theatre experience, Mrs. Fisher shares, "I want every young performer to leave feeling empowered and inspired. Theatre has a magical way of showing us that we each have unlimited potential and that our dreams are worth pursuing."

Outside of theatre, Mrs. Fisher enjoys spending time with her family, traveling with her husband, and brushing up on her Spanish. A fun theatre memory she loves to share is the tradition she and her castmates had in high school of eating Sour Patch Kids while getting ready backstage before every show! If you hear her mention Disney, buckle up! Mrs. Fisher is a Disney superfan and calling her a fan might actually be an understatement.

Mrs. Fisher would like to extend her heartfelt gratitude to her family, friends, and especially her husband, whose unwavering belief, encouragement, and support have made it possible for her to pursue her passion for music and theatre.

She is excited to help young performers discover their voices, build confidence, and experience the joy, creativity, and magic of musical theatre this season.

Ms. Keller’s love of musical theatre began as an audience member. After seeing Shrek the Musical, she remembers leaving the theatre feeling like she had become part of a community; an experience that inspired her own journey as a performer and continues to fuel her passion for working with young actors.

Ms. Keller began her theatre training at a local theatre in her hometown before continuing vocal training with a private voice teacher. She later studied at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, earning a minor in Theatre and performing in 10 collegiate productions. Her performances earned multiple honors and nominations for both lead and supporting roles, including an award for Best Portrayal of a Female Lead. Favorite roles include Alice in Alice in Wonderland, Princess Dragomiroff in Murder on the Orient Express, and Ladybug in James and the Giant Peach.

Ms. Keller has also worked as an assistant director and summer camp director, encouraging young performers to build their skills, take creative risks, and embrace a little goofiness along the way. She believes theatre builds confidence, curiosity, creativity, friendships, and a lifelong appreciation for storytelling. As she likes to remind her performers, “It’s okay to look silly!”

Outside of CPACKids, Ms. Keller is beginning a new role as a building substitute at Thorson Elementary School. She also serves as site supervisor and head instructor with SwimAmerica Ozaukee at the Cedarburg High School pool, where she has worked for more than eight years.

In her free time, Ms. Keller enjoys walking around town, thrift shopping, singing at open mic nights, cooking and baking. She especially enjoys creating new recipes and sharing food that brings people together. 

Mr. Wright joined the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center (CPAC) as Technical Coordinator in July 2026, bringing a diverse background in technical theater, live events, and production technology to the CPAC and CPACKids Musical Theater program.

Mr. Wright's introduction to musical theater began in middle school, where he worked as a follow spot operator. His passion for theater was sparked when he saw Les Misérables for the first time. He was captivated by the production and the technical artistry behind the spectacle, inspiring him to pursue a career in live performance. Mr. Wright studied Technical Theater at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.

His theater experience includes scenic carpentry at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora, Illinois, where he worked on productions including Elf, Legally Blonde, The Producers, Once, Cabaret, and The Wizard of Oz. He has also worked at the Miller High Life Theatre in Milwaukee. Through Conference Technologies Inc., Mr. Wright gained extensive experience in engineering, rigging, lighting, audio, and video while working at venues including the Baird Center, UWM Panther Arena, and Miller High Life Theatre. His notable live-event credits include lighting for the MPS Music Festival and Carrie Underwood, as well as front-of-house audio for the Republican National Convention.

Outside of theater, Mr. Wright enjoys disc golf, playing piano and music production. If he could have dinner with any theater legend, he would choose Joshua White, a pioneer of rock-and-roll lighting.

Mr. Wright is excited to be part of the CPACKids team and looks forward to helping create memorable experiences for young performers and audiences alike. He is especially grateful to Todd Mielcarz and Sean Tait, who gave him valuable technical theater experience in high school and helped set him on a path toward a career in live events.