Theatre and Vocal Performance

Cassie Donegan began performing at the age of four, making her stage debut as Kaa the Snake in The Jungle Book - a moment that ignited a lifelong commitment to the performing arts. By the age of nine, she was already working professionally, performing alongside seasoned performers on professional stages across the country. From an early age, Cassie developed a strong foundation in musical theatre, storytelling, and disciplined performance, setting the stage for a career defined by both artistic excellence and longevity.

Cassie went on to attend Belmont University, where she trained in the university’s nationally recognized and award-winning B.F.A. Musical Theatre program. There, she studied under some of the industry’s most respected educators and practitioners, including Jo Lynn Burks, Scott Logsdon, Nancy Allen, CJ Tucker, and David Shamburger. Her collegiate training emphasized vocal performance, acting technique, movement, and professional preparedness, further refining her artistry and versatility as a performer.

Following her formal training, Cassie has built an extensive professional career performing across the United States as a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association. Her credits span a wide range of leading and principal roles, including Dawn in Waitress, Doralee Rhodes in 9 to 5, Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, Carrie White in Carrie, and Jane Porter in Tarzan, among many others. She appeared in the world premiere of Sticks and Stones, starring alongside Emmy, Grammy, and seven-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, portraying the role of Abigail. Her work continues to reflect both dramatic depth and vocal excellence. A full performance resume and reel are available upon request, with additional information at www.CassieDonegan.com.

In addition to her professional performance career, Cassie has received numerous vocal and theatrical awards at the regional, national, and international levels. Her accolades include recognition from organizations such as NATS, AACS, ODACS, COG Talent, and BroadwayWorld, among others. These honors reflect her sustained excellence in performance, vocal technique, and artistic leadership within the theatre community.