OUR FOUNDERS & VISIONARIES

PAM HARROLD

Making Dreams Come True One Dancer at a Time

For over 50 years Pam Harrold has trained in all areas of dance. She has a love and passion for the art that is comparable to none. After studying as a child under her ballet master she went on to perform with the San Francisco Ballet. As a young adult Pam added the discipline of jazz and tap. She is most passionate, however, about musical theater. Pam has studied in New York with Chet Walker as well as other masters throughout the country. Her Choreography often mimics the Bob Fosse style. During her successful professional career as a dancer, actress and performer, Pam opened Pamelot A School Of Dance in 1984. Longing to work in the community with the children, she choreographed over 20 of Placer county’s school musicals, has taught countless hours of dance classes and has been involved in many other community projects. She is a teacher of teachers and hopes to leave a legacy of the love of dance and wholesome family enjoyment.

DEBBI SAMPSON

Dancer and Teacher with Heart

As the Artistic Director of her family's award-winning studio for nearly 20 years, Debbi has guided thousands of dancers while choreographing numerous award-winning routines. Her passion extends beyond teaching technique—she is committed to helping every student build confidence, discipline, creativity, and a lifelong love of dance.

In addition to her dance career, Debbi has performed in stage productions including 42nd Street and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, and has appeared in television commercials. Her students have gone on to successful professional careers on Broadway, Broadway National Tours, Disney, cruise lines, and other areas of the entertainment industry.

Debbi has also had the honor of serving as a dance competition adjudicator, sharing her knowledge and passion with dancers and studios throughout the region.

Today, Debbi proudly continues the legacy her mother, Pam Harrold, began in 1984. She believes every dancer has the ability to achieve great things through hard work, perseverance, and encouragement. Her greatest joy is helping young people discover their potential and reminding them that whatever they can conceive and believe, they can achieve.