moving on TO NEW ROLES

Amie is now in her junior at Concordia College studying psychology and animal behavior. She recently presented research at the annual Celebration of Student Scholarship event and is thankful for the way her acting background impacts her life as a scientist. “The skills I learned in speech and theater helped me understand how to frame and share my information in a way that engages my audience.”

Sarah won the prestigious national Young Artists Award last spring and had the opportunity to work with master acting teachers in New York City in April. She also participated in speech at Moorhead High School, winning second in nationals in 2016 and first place at state in 2017. This summer Sarah charmed audiences at Trollwood with her performance as Belle in “Beauty and the Beast.” The next step has taken her to Oklahoma City University to study musical theater. As she pursues a career focused on performance, Sarah explains, “I am not sure which direction I will go, but I am excited to see where the future will lead me.”

Though their house has become a little emptier this fall, Schulz, her husband Brian and daughter Sophie are sure to continue their active life as supporters and contributors to the arts in Fargo-Moorhead. Schulz and Sophie can be seen in a number of local television commercials, and there will certainly be new roles for which to audition. Though she could not have written a script for the way life has unfolded, Schulz explains that the fork in the road that brought her to the place of both mom and actress was absolutely full to the brim with blessings. “If you can focus on the opportunities at hand, you can let your light shine and grow through any situation.” As for future plans, Schulz reports, “I haven’t closed any doors.” Perhaps the future will provide chances for working in theater well beyond the Fargo-Moorhead area. Whatever the role, the next act is sure to be spectacular.