Dakota Krouse

I’m Dakota, a freshman at Baldwin Wallace University with a lifelong passion for performing that’s already led me to some incredible roles. Recently, I had the honor of playing Jack Kelly in Newsies and Billy Lawlor in 42nd Street, where I also took on the role of dance captain. One of my proudest moments was bringing Gomez Addams to life in The Addams Family, a performance that earned me the Papermill Playhouse Rising Star Award in 2023. I've also stepped into the shoes of Nick Bottom in Something Rotten and the iconic Danny Zuko in Grease, both as an actor and dance captain.

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Whether I’m singing, acting, or leading choreography, I give everything to each performance, driven by my love for storytelling and connecting with audiences. I’m excited to continue growing and bring even more energy, creativity, and passion to the stage.