Giving everyone their chance to be in the spotlight!
Giving everyone their chance to be in the spotlight!
"I've not only grown into my own style of theatre through Spotlight,... but I have made some of my best friends through it. There really is no price on meeting terrific, talented, and passionate people that urge you to be the best version of yourself."
Tavala Luciow -Spotlight Studio Supporter and Performer
Tavala Luciow -Spotlight Studio Supporter and Performer
Spotlight Studio makes you feel like one of the family. The confidence it has given me is amazing and I enjoy theater even more. The smiles and laughs make all the time worth every minute.
Cassandra Perry - Spotlight Studio Supporter and Performer
Cassandra Perry - Spotlight Studio Supporter and Performer
Not only are there great performances to attend, but this is the place to go for anyone looking to develop and refine their talents in the performing arts. So impressed by what the proprietor has done in the short time she has been there. Such an asset to Monroe's community.
Molly Kellie - Spotlight Studio Supporter and Audience Member
Molly Kellie - Spotlight Studio Supporter and Audience Member
Great Productions and the NICEST people to work with. My daughter LOVES it!
Joanne Zwack - Spotlight Studio Parent
Joanne Zwack - Spotlight Studio Parent
About Us
About Us
Founded in May of 2016, Spotlight Studio is a local business in Monroe, Michigan focusing on providing a fun and supportive atmosphere for learning about the performing arts for people of all ages.
About The Owner:
About The Owner:
Daveaux Ruth Riggs is a 29 year old performer and Monroe native. From the age of 6 she has had a passion for the performing arts and is thrilled she is getting to share her passion with others. Daveaux has been trained in various forms of dance including tap, jazz, ballet, musical theatre, modern, lyrical, and hip hop. She has studied dance over a span of 18 years at several dance studio's including the RRCA, Haja Dance Academy, Spirit of Dance, and Lighthouse Dance Company. She has continued to study her craft at camps, master classes, and conventions across Michigan and Ohio. She has choreographed for Off Beat Productions, Monroe Community Players, Monroe Middle School Choirs, Monroe High School Choirs, MCISD, Jefferson High School, MCES, The Miss Auburn/Midland Organization, The Miss Washtenaw County Organization, and more. She has also performed in over 40 musicals across Michigan and Ohio Including playing "Marcy Park" in the Toledo Rep Production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" , "Joanne" in the RRCA's Production of "Rent" and "Bebe" In Southgate Community Players production of "A Chorus Line". Offstage Daveaux has held director, assistant director, choreographer, producer, stage manager, dance captain, and hair/makeup designer positions. Daveaux is an experienced Pageant competitor, previously holding 2 Miss America Organization Titles. She has also served as a pageant judge, producer, judges chair, mock interviewer, and coach. Daveaux's other credits include being a licensed cosmetologist, graduate of the Douglas J Aveda Institute, tiktok influencer with over 60,000 followers, brand rep for several companies including the Toledo Ohio Plato's Closet locations, frequent public speaker with MC/Host experience, former Monroe County 4-H 10 year member and current judge, and avid volunteer for several local charities.
Daveaux's main goal is to bring more opportunities to perform in Monroe! She has worked very hard to create an atmosphere where everyone is welcome, filled with support and fun. Spotlight is continuing to grow and she hopes to see you on stage or in the audience soon!
Examples of Daveaux's Performance Experience
Examples of Daveaux's Performance Experience

"Show Off"
"Show Off"
Link: https://youtu.be/MmF9fmEYSrw
Daveaux Riggs performing a self choreographed and arranged musical theatre routine featuring tap to the song "Show Off".
This routine won "Overall Best Talent" for Miss Monroe County!

"I Speak 6 Languages"
"I Speak 6 Languages"
Link: https://youtu.be/YYjkzFuUUH4
Daveaux Riggs as Marcy Park in "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee".
Watch Daveaux dance, twirl poi balls, do the splits, juggle, make origami and MORE all while singing!