Alyssa Paduano graduated from Oglethorpe University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She is currently pursuing a Master's of Science in Psychology from Purdue University. She started in theatre at a very young age and has continued studying the performing arts throughout her life.  She is a strong actress, award-winning vocalist and director, and an accomplished writer, having written and directed her own play, titled Till Death Do Us Part.  Alyssa has worked with schools and performing arts companies all over the Metro-Atlanta area as a make-up artist for productions, building sets and props, and running voice workshops.

     Alyssa has an incredible passion for sharing her love of the performing arts with her students.  As one of the founding members of the company, Alyssa has been with Snellville Performing Arts from the very beginning and is thrilled to continue this adventure in the place where "Everybody's Somebody"! Alyssa is excited to share her experience and knowledge in singing, acting, improvisation, technical theatre, and theatrical writing to all of the students at Snellville Performing Arts!