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About Makayla Sifuentes Performing Arts & Entertainment
About The Program
Makayla Sifuentes Performing Arts & Entertainment Company is a diverse training program dedicated to developing the next generation of versatile, confident, and industry-ready performers ages 18 months -18 years old.
Makayla’s program provides professional instruction in dance, acting, and vocal performance, equipping artists with the skills necessary to become what the entertainment industry would call as “triple threats”!
An artist that can do it all.
Through focused training, discipline, and creative development, students build the technique, stage presence, and confidence required to stand out in today’s competitive performing arts world.
Led by Makayla Sifuentes, artists receive hands-on mentorship and insider guidance that goes beyond traditional training. Students learn not only how to perform, but also gain valuable insight into the realities, expectations, and opportunities within the entertainment industry, helping them prepare for auditions, performances, and professional careers.
In addition to professional instruction, the program offers performance opportunities for competitive dance artists, allowing dancers to showcase their talent, gain meaningful stage experience, experience professional opportunities, and grow within a supportive yet high-level performance environment. Makayla Sifuentes has a Performance Team that not only competes at dance competitions but performs professionally as well!
At Makayla Sifuentes Performing Arts & Entertainment Company, Ms. Makayla believes in nurturing talent, providing mentorship, building confidence, achieving goals, and creating artists who are prepared to shine both on stage and within the professional entertainment industry.
Train. Perform. Grow.
Become the “triple threat”artist the industry is looking for.
Meet the Owner Makayla Sifuentes
Makayla Sifuentes is a business owner, signed performing artist, choreographer, actress, model and educator. A dedicated and multifaceted talent, she is a graduate of the prestigious Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance with a Minor in Science and Mathematics from California Institute of the Arts.
Her extensive technical training spans ballet, pointe, modern, Horton, Graham, Contemporary, Hip hop, Jazz, Caribbean, African, Salsa, Partnering, Acrobatics, Line Dancing, and Physical Conditioning. Makayla is a business woman and working artist for both the education and entertainment industries. With over 14 years of professional experience in the entertainment industry, and 11 years in the education industry; Makayla has performed, taught, and managed artists across the United States, building a respected career in business, education, performance, modeling, and choreography.
Makayla’s talents have earned her numerous choreography and specialty awards, and she has worked with leading companies and creatives in the United Kingdom, Brazil, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Florida, New York, Las Vegas, and Texas.
Her business background includes starring as the lead actress in a television series that premiered on both Peacock and Oxygen, portraying the iconic role of Selena Quintanilla. She has served as a principal actress in both regional and national television commercials and has been selected as a choreographer and casting director for music artists nationwide. Her performance experience spans roles as a lead soloist in dance productions, principal production performer, and lead dancer in music videos. She has toured as both a performer and dance assistant, graced the stage at award shows, performed on NBA courts, showcased Specialty Performances for Jerry Jones the president / owner/ general manager of the Dallas Cowboys Organization, managed artists for entertainment projects, held lead communication roles, and continues to provide instruction as a dance educator for performing artists ranging from the ages of 18 months to 60 years old. In addition, she has experience in both runway and print modeling.
Makayla has collaborated with high-profile artists and brands including the Dallas Cowboys Organization, finalist Omar Cardona from The Voice, Rudi Gutierrez from The Voice and The Bachelor: Listen To Your Heart, Cartier, Mary Kay, Debbie Allen, Sir Earl Toon (of Kool & the Gang), Daddy Yankee, Play-N-Skillz, Twista, Janelle Ginestra, Jordan Kahn Orchestra, Linda Septien, and Michael Salgado. She has also assisted "So You Think You Can Dance" All-Stars Courtney Ann Platt, Comfort, Twitch, Mark Kanemura, and Ade Obayomi.
In the modeling world, Makayla has served as a creative director for published editorial features and runway shows. Makayla Sifuentes not only walked in runway shows but performed dance solos on them as well. Makayla is known in the modeling industry for opening up runway shows with a performance and closing the show with a walk.
Her unique blend of business acumen and artistic vision drives her mission to empower the next generation of performers through education, inspiration, and mentorship.
Makayla Sifuentes is a dedicated businesswoman, artist, and educator who approaches her work with intention and excellence. When working with Makayla, clientele can expect a high standard of professionalism, clear communication, and results that exceed expectations.
Through her work, Makayla Sifuentes consistently represents faith, integrity, leadership, and a commitment to quality.
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Dance Lessons
Dance lessons play a vital role in the development of a well-rounded performing artist, providing both technical training and creative expression through movement. In my program, students are introduced to a variety of dance styles, including ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, and drill team/pom, allowing them to build a diverse skill set that prepares them for multiple areas within the performing arts. Under the mentorship of Makayla Sifuentes, students gain not only technique and discipline, but also structure, creativity, and valuable background knowledge on how to navigate the entertainment industry. The program is designed to support dancers at every stage of their journey, welcoming students from beginner to advanced levels. My philosophy is simple: come as you are and allow the training, dedication, and growth to speak for itself as each dancer develops confidence, artistry, and professional readiness.
Acting Lessons
Acting lessons provide structured training in the fundamental techniques required to communicate stories and emotions through performance. Students study elements such as character development, stage presence, and emotional expression, all of which contribute to a compelling and believable portrayal of a role. Acting and dance are closely connected disciplines within the performing arts, as both rely on physical expression, timing, and the ability to convey meaning to an audience. While acting often emphasizes spoken dialogue and dramatic interpretation, dance communicates narrative and emotion through movement and choreography. For this reason, a performing artist must possess a strong understanding of acting in order to convincingly portray a character in any form of entertainment production. Whether performing in a dance performance, film, or musical, the ability to interpret a role and embody a character allows the artist to create a more authentic, expressive, and engaging performance.
Voice Lessons
Voice lessons provide essential training that helps performing artists develop control, strength, and versatility in their vocal abilities. Through vocal exercises and technical instruction, artists learn proper breathing techniques, pitch control, tone quality, and vocal endurance, all of which are necessary for delivering consistent and professional performances. In the entertainment industry, strong vocal training is especially valuable, as the ability to hold a tune and perform confidently can help establish a career not only in singing, but also in musical theater and dance productions that incorporate vocal performance. Many stage and screen productions require performers who can combine singing with movement and acting, making vocal ability a critical skill. Furthermore, artists who are trained in multiple disciplines stand out in a highly competitive field. A performer who can dance, act, and sing demonstrates a well-rounded set of talents that enhances their versatility and stage presence. This combination not only makes a performer more memorable to audiences, but also ensures they remain highly marketable across many areas of the entertainment industry.