Dedra has her Bachelors of Music Education from Illinois State University and is also a Private Voice Instructor and freelance choreographer. She loves performing in the area. Some favorite roles include Francesca - Bridges of Madison County (Cornstock Theater), Donna - Mamma Mia (Peoria Players theater), Witch - Into the Woods (Eastlight Theater) and Woman 1 - Songs for a New World (The Waterhouse)