At just 15, Aliceanne Widmeyer is inspiring others through her dedication, compassion and love for dance. A student and leader in training at Ambition Performing Arts (APA), Widmeyer exemplifies what it means to pursue excellence while uplifting those around her.
Her nominator, Izzy Jones, has witnessed her kindness first-hand.
“Daily, I see her work hard for her goals, encourage her peers and help those younger than her,” Jones says.
That quiet determination has made Widmeyer a standout student and a role model for others at the studio. Her journey with APA began in 2021, and, since then, it’s become “almost like a second home.”
She credits the community for fuelling her growth.
“The best part of being a dance student is definitely the people,” Widmeyer says. “There’s such an abundance of knowledge, and I love that I get to learn so many new things about dance every time I walk in the studio.”
Beyond dance, Widmeyer’s commitment to giving back shines through her volunteerism.
“I love being able to help people, our city and the different communities I’m a part of,” she says. “I adore knowing that I’ve made someone’s day better because I gave back.”
With her talent, empathy and drive, Widmeyer is a young leader dancing confidently toward a bright future.
The AAWAs are celebrating their Sweet 16 in 2026. What do you plan to do for your 16th birthday?
I’m honestly not sure! I know that whatever I do will involve my friends and family and will probably be something along the lines of a big sleepover or party to celebrate.