About Us

Chair of Performing & Visual Arts

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A Juilliard alum with a Ph.D. in Theatre Pedagogy, Dr. Reznik has directed internationally and specializes in character development, immersive performance, and interdisciplinary stagecraft.

Contemporary Visual Artist & Mixed Media Instructor

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A Yale-trained painter and installation artist, Mr. Harper’s work has shown at the Venice Biennale and MoMA PS1. He guides students in self-expression through sculpture, graffiti, and multimedia.

Visual Arts Teacher​

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Born and raised in Nigeria, Mrs. Falls gained acclaim as highly successful self-taught artist. Following her formal training, Mrs. Falls hosted her own art show at the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art.

Ballet, Movement & Choreography Faculty

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Former principal dancer with the San Francisco Ballet and current guest choreographer for Netflix Originals, Ms. Jaffe trains students in technique, improvisation, and emotional storytelling through motion.

Fine Arts & Cultural Design

 

A Fulbright scholar and folk art preservationist, Mr. Montes teaches printmaking, textile arts, and mural design, weaving historical study with social commentary.

Literary Arts & Spoken Word Director

A celebrated poet, screenwriter, and professor of literature, Dr. Langston Mireaux brings decades of storytelling mastery to Beverly Hills Academy of Arts. A two-time National Book Award finalist and former writer-in-residence at the Sundance Institute, Dr. Mireaux specializes in lyrical narrative, diasporic storytelling, and performative verse. His students explore the intersections of identity, rhythm, and resistance through spoken word, stage monologues, and poetic short films. 

Creative Writing & Playwriting Instructor​

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Award-winning playwright, novelist, and script editor known for crafting emotionally resonant work that explores gender, mythology, and memory. A graduate of the Yale School of Drama and former staff writer on a major streaming series, she bridges the worlds of theater and television in her classroom. Her curriculum blends dramatic structure with poetic intuition, encouraging students to create original plays, monologues, and character-driven screenplays.

Director of Theatre​

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Marcus Hardaway studied classical theatre at The Juilliard School and went on to perform on Broadway in roles such as Prince Fiyero in Wicked, Billy Flynn in Chicago, and Othello in Shakespeare’s Othello. With extensive professional experience both on stage and behind the scenes, he discovered his passion for directing and teaching, focusing on helping young actors unlock the depth of text and performance. At Beverly Hills Academy of Arts, Marcus is dedicated to guiding students in developing their craft and growing as storytellers.

Theatre Instructor​

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​Vivienne Hardaway trained at the New York Conservatory of Dramatic Arts and has performed in leading roles on major stages, including Deena Jones in Dreamgirls, Roxie Hart in Chicago, and Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton. With a background rooted in expressive, physical theatre, she specializes in movement, improvisation, and storytelling through the body. At Beverly Hills Academy of Arts, Vivienne is dedicated to helping students explore creative expression, develop confidence, and discover their unique voices on stage.