To Live For is excited and honored to announce our fourth Inspired! show will be August 23, 2019 (7:00PM) at North Yarmouth Academy’s Higgins Black Box Theatre. This summer, we are Shining the Light on our Youth, with music and dance performers between the ages of 7 and 24 years old. While our two story tellers are slightly older in age, their stories will prove to be inspiring for all ages. Sponsored by Little Dog Coffee Shop (Brunswick), Bath Savings, Morning Glory Natural Foods (Brunswick), Shankman & Associates Legal Center, Bohemian Rose (Bath), Sam’s Italian Foods, and an anonymous donor. Tickets ($14 in advance, $16 at the door, $8 for youth in advance or at the door) can be purchased by clicking here.
We proudly present our Inspired! 2019 performers:
Jackie Ellsworth is a rising junior at North Yarmouth Academy. She has been taking voice and dance lessons for around 10 years. She loves musical theater and has played roles at school, in the community and in NYC. When Jackie is not singing, you can find her on the soccer field or working out at the gym. “Thank you to my parents, sisters, and all that have supported my passion. Love you all!” 
Hello! My name is Elaina Balzano, and I’ve lived in Maine my whole life. I reside in Falmouth, but I also attend University of Southern Maine in Gorham. I’m aiming for my Bachelors Degree in Music Composition. I’ve also sung in local choirs and for organizations such as Falmouth High School Choir, Wescustago Youth Chorale, and the veteran organization, American Legion of Falmouth, ME. Some of you may recognize me in an old Renny’s commercial! 
Marley Dutton is a graduate of Mt. Ararat High School in Topsham. He’s spent the last few years traveling throughout the U.S., England, and Wales, and studied guitar at the Musician’s Institute in Los Angeles. A multi-instrumentalist, singer and song writer, Marley currently lives and works in Washington, and has played his music for audiences in Los Angeles, London, Hawaii, Portland, OR and across Maine.
Ainsley Mullins is 18 years old and attended Windham High School. She has been a competitive cheerleader and dancer, dancing for Dance Moves ME in Portland, Maine. Her favorite type of dance is contemporary. This fall she will represent the town of Windham in the Miss Maine USA Pageant. Ainsley welcomes you and hopes you enjoy the show! 
Chris Lombard is one of first INSPIRED storytellers and returning to our stage! He works with people and horses to help them connect with each other. He is also the author of two books – “Land of the Horses” and “The Horses In Our Stars.” He lives in Maine and you can learn more about him at www.ChrisLombard.com. 
Paige Mason, our youngest performer, is a rising 2nd grade student from Sutton, MA. She has been performing Irish Dancing for the past two years at the Murphy Academy of Irish Dance. Paige also plays the ukulele and enjoys horseback riding. She is the daughter of Morgan and Mike Mason.
Paul W. Knoll, M.A. founded ‘To Live For’ with his wife, Donna Maria. He was a featured storyteller on “The Moth – Live Stage” at the State Theater, and has written two books and was a contributing writer for two regional, holistic journals. He is a proud father of 2 daughters and 2 step-sons. His time in warm, tropical oceans provides the most clarity on his sacred quest for the meaning of life! 
Donna Maria Bordeaux co-founded To Live For, LLC with Paul. She is the Producer for this INSPIRED! show, working tirelessly behind the scenes with our performers, sponsors, and NYA staff. She is an accomplished dancer, amazing physical therapist, and shining light among us!
