Rikki Broussard Edwards
Director of Dance

Rikki Broussard Edwards holds a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Vocal Music from Nicholls State University, and has over 14 years of training in dance.

She has been a certified music teacher for over 10 years, and a dance instructor and choreographer for over 15 years. In addition to her work at the Center for the Performing Arts, Rikki teaches music in St. James Parish elementary and middle schools.

She and her husband Jeffery have four beautiful children, ages two through eleven, and are proud to call Vacherie home. They continue to be grateful for the support and fellowship of the community.

This is the Center for the Performing Arts' eighth year in Vacherie, LA.


Jeffery Edwards
Director of Theater Arts

A native of New Orleans, Jeffery has been performing on stage since the age of eight. His most recent work includes roles in South Louisiana Casting & Production Company's Lend Me A Tenor as well as several productions with Thibodaux Playhouse and the Nicholls Players over the last 13 years.

In addition to the theater, Jeffery enjoys writing and playing music. He is currently pursuing a degree in English at Nicholls State University, and hopes to one day become an English teacher.

"We have both been fortunate have had many opportunities for creative expression in our lives, through theater, music and especially dance. We believe it's important for every young person to have that kind of creative outlet, no matter what their future goals and aspirations may be. We are both committed to bringing out the best in every child, as well as making the performing arts learning experience as rewarding and as fun as possible."