Debbie Scarpetti, founder of Stage Door Dance Academy has been a dance educator for over 50 years – teaching and inspiring young lives. Debbie has had extensive training with Stone & Camryn Ballet, Jimmy Payne, Tommy Sutton & the legendary Mr. Al Gilbert. She has had the honor of receiving numerous prestigious awards for her commitment to the art of dance. Debbie was the recipient of the 2005 Dance Educator Award. Debbie and Stage Door Dance Academy were also recognized by Dance Spirit & Dance Teacher Magazine as one of the “Top 50 Studios on the Move” in the United States in 2007. In 2013, Debbie received the Marjorie Perry Spirit Award from DanceMakers Inc for her contribution to the art of dance. Debbie’s goal is to continue to nurture young lives in the safe haven of professional education academy.