Annie is a highly experienced theater educator with deep roots in CYT, having grown up in the program from its earliest days in Spokane. She brings a strong understanding of CYT’s educational mission and its emphasis on personal growth, leadership, and belonging. Annie has extensive experience teaching and working on artistic teams across acting, singing, and dance. Annie is known for her warm, engaging presence and thoughtful leadership style. She combines strong artistic skill with a clear, steady approach to working with students, parents, and staff, and is excited to be fully engaged in classes, camps, and productions. We’re grateful to welcome a leader who understands both the artistic and relational heart of CYT and is committed to serving our students and families well.

Presley DuPuis is a proud CYT graduate who flipped over to the grown-up side and hasn't looked back since North Idaho first staged production, Snow White, in 2008 (playing the Magic Mirror). He has gone from being the kid who would play the piano backstage that he wasn't allowed to touch, to a full-fledged accompanist. Over the past decade he has worn many different hats in various CYT leadership roles including teacher, music director, director, pit musician, HYPE adviser, and improv coach. Presley holds his Bachelor of Arts in Music from Eastern Washington University and serves as the resident music director for Aspire Community Theatre while also maintaining his own private music studio where he instructs in both voice and piano. He can always be found playing, teaching, and collaborating with local community theatres, schools, universities, and choirs.