Tell us a little bit about yourself
I’m Zoey Wilson and I am a senior attending Legacy High School. During my years here I’ve enjoyed dancing and doing theatre inside & outside of school. After high school, I plan on majoring in both Dance & Psychology.
What is the most enduring memory from your high school career?
During my time at Legacy, I have made so many memories within theatre but the most fulfilling one was playing the lead role of Ariel in Footloose the Musical. Amazingly enough, I was able to leave a huge impact on people of color and express to them that there is a great big stage up there waiting for them too. They can do anything they set their mind to, no matter what the challenge.
Talk about your role in society going forward. What issues do feel drawn to address post-graduation and how do you plan to do that?
I have always wanted to help people in any way possible and in both of my majors, I can do that. I want to keep inspiring others and change the world for the better. I want to encourage people to not merely survive in our already complex society but to live and prosper to the fullest. To do that, I want to create an accessible, cost-effective and safe space for all dancers so they can express themselves and be comfortable in their own skin. Life is already difficult but I’m hoping I can make it a little easier.
Where do you see yourself in 20 years?
In 20 years, I see myself doing what I love with the people I love and truly living the life that I have worked so hard for. By creating a non-profit arts program where I will be able to share my passion for dance and create a safe, low-cost program for kids from all walks of life. Overall, I hope to tour and travel with a dance company within the performing arts, as well as leave my mark by helping people in the way I always knew I could.