Léo Skelton

Pictured: Léo as a child.

I was born and raised in Cleveland, Tennessee. My family has a long history of musical involvement, and I was encouraged to follow in their footsteps. When I was eight years old, I joined my first choir. At thirteen, I broadened my horizons and began training in musical theatre and dance. Since then, I have been involved in several productions, including titles such as The Rocky Horror Show, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, and The Little Mermaid.I have began my training at Unity Dance Studios in Cleveland, Tennessee. There, I studied under professionals such as Grace Griffith, Kate Bosch, Jesse Rademacher, Samuel Musto, and Darian Barrett. I continued to take performing arts courses at Bradley Central High School, where I recieved instruction from Joshua & Melissa Dasher. In college and university, I studied under Professor Andie Phillips (Cleveland State Community College), Professor Rachel Ah Yo (University of Hawai'i at Hilo), and Professor Justina Mattos (University of Hawai'i at Hilo). I have worked with several companies in Hilo such as Hilo Community Players and Mālama Arts.Performing is my passion. Since I could walk and talk, I could dance and sing. There is nothing that brings me more joy than participating the art of musical theatre. When I was sixteen, I developed a lifelong condition that threatened my prospective ability to perform. I am happy to say that despite the added challenge of an autonomic nervous system disorder, I have returned to the stage for good! I refuse to let disability limit my success in the arts, and I am thankful to each and every casting director who has given me the opportunity to shine, disability and all. I hope to be part of a bright future where disabled actors are highlighted in all their glory.Thank you so much for visiting my website. Whether you are a prospective employer, casting director, or fellow actor, I am always available to contact via email: [email protected]. You will receive a reply within 48 hours. I look forward to hearing your message!