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Naja Bates is a Musical Theatre major at Shenandoah University who is ready to live her dreams as a performer. Beginning at age two, dance has truly given Naja a platform to express herself. Later, joining the theatre world she realized that this was the path for her (especially since she'd invested in six pairs of tap shoes instead of that TI-84 calculator.) Within the theatre industry she aims to spread love, joy, and a sprinkle of black girl magic. She has performed in numerous productions, including PIPPIN, HAIR, 42nd STREET, LEGALLY BLONDE, and TUCK EVERLASTING. STING 'EM!!