Testimonials

Jane L. Magpoc (Spirit Cruises - National Entertainment Coordinator) It has been my pleasure to have worked with Ross Milam at both a local and national capacity. We have worked with each other for well over 7 years and throughout this time he has been an asset to Spirit Cruises. Ross’ leadership and talent has allowed him to travel fleet-wide to assist the production company, Heartbeat Productions, with our entertainment rollout. Ross remains professional at all times and is truly a fine addition to my staff on the Spirit of Norfolk. As always, I look forward to working with Ross for many years to come.

Doris Webb (CEO/Founder, Miss Mahogany Scholarship Foundation) I have known Ross Milam for 20 years as a high school drum major, business associate, staff member, choreographer, voice trainer, entertainer, socially, etc). I can confirm that he is a man of great integrity, he is extremely dedicated to his work, and has a passion for music and entertainment. Ross is a peoples person who gives 110% in everything he does in life, whether it’s choreographing a dance routine for a cheerleader squad, working with a show choir, coordinating a pageant or just giving piano lessons, he gives it his all. Furthermore, he is a wonderful person to work with. Students love his wit and great personality. He is also very professional on and off the clock while still maintaining that diplomatic personality. Ross works full time with the Spirit Cruise Line as an entertainer. He also works for Heartbeat production part-time as a choreographer. For more information on Ross duties with the Miss Mahogany Scholarship Foundation, Inc. please refer to our web site at the address below. This is a non-profit organization in the tri-state area (Mississippi, Tennessee and Arkansas) www.missmahoganyscholarshipinc.org.

Amy Talley I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Ross Milam during my first professional entertainment job. I have always been a dancer but having Ross as a vocal captain inspired me to work on my singing ability. With Ross's professional work ethic, radiating positive attitude and non-stop energy I quickly over came my fear of singing on stage. His extensive knowledge and expertise of proper vocal technique, warm-ups and professional tips helped me to enrich my career with the gift of song. I have worked professionally as a singer/dancer for such companies as Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Stiletto Entertainment, Holland America Cruise Lines, Neil Goldberg's Cirque Productions and WRAL-FM, Raleigh, NC. Ross Milam's instruction has given me more confidence as a performer and has helped me open many doors in the professional entertainment business.

Emma Krauss I have had the privilege of working with Ross Milan for the past several months. Not only is Ross an amazing performer but he is an outstanding vocal teacher. He teaches me a number of techniques to improve my voice. While working with Ross, he continually shows me ways to control my breathing, extend my range, articulate my words, put energy behind my vocals, and increase the volume of my singing. With these voice lessons I hope to move on to bigger and better things. I truly enjoy voice lessons from Ross!

Whitney Isaacs Ross Milam is an amazing choreographer and mentor. His ability to lead and teach students is truly one of a kind. Ross creates innovative and fun choreography - one never tires of dancing his pieces. He demands respects, yet never belittles or criticizes his students. Patience is definitely one of his virtues, and he is able to work with anyone. Due to the fact that he has both dance and vocal training, his choreography for show choirs makes combining the two easy and enjoyable. While under Ross's direction at Menchville High School, I saw an enormous improvement in our show choir. By believing in us, he gave us the strength and ability to believe in ourselves. He brought energy and enthusiasm with him every time he taught, and created a special relationship with each and every student. Working with Ross was one of the best experiences of my life. He helped me to become the dancer I am today - he helped me build the confidence and energy needed as a dancer. And even though I may never work with him again, it would be impossible for me to ever forget everything he ever taught me. Even now, before I go onstage either to perform or audition, I hear him say, "Light the fire, Whitney!"

Karlene A. Papadakis (Professional Entertainer) Saying that Ross Milam is an extremely talented individual is an understatement. I have performed in various shows with Ross, and I have performed in shows created and directed by Ross. I have never worked with anybody more dedicated, motivated, or creative in all my years of performing. He has been my vocal captain, show captain, dance partner, director, and friend for many years. My favorite thing about Ross is that he not only puts an amazing amount of time, effort, and detail into every dance move, every musical scale, every costume and set piece, he puts just as much time and effort into every performer he works with. I have always said, "If the world was full of more people like Ross, what a wonderful place this would be!".

Jason Dowty (Vocal Director - Busch Gardens, Williamsburg) Ross Milam exemplifies professionalism. I was a cast member of American Jukebox with Ross at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. As our show and vocal captain I have never seen a work ethic equal to his. His main goal, EVERY DAY, was to make our show the very best it could be. He knows how to motivate people correctly, by using positive reinforcement and creativity. When he was not leading vocal warm ups, or setting a top-notch performing example for the rest of the cast, he was developing and producing revue shows of his own for our talent showcase. I would be proud to be a part of any show that Ross leads, directs, performs or creates.

Angela When I started in the entertainment business it was strictly as a dancer. I was afraid to sing out in front of people. Then I met Ross Milam! Ross taught how to bring out what was already inside me. Along with excellent vocal technique and exercises, Ross's energetic approach to teaching was just what I needed. I thank God for sending Ross my way and encouraging me to be my best. Currently, I am In the Broadway hit show Mamma Mia! which is mainly a singer's show. Truly Ross has a compelling talent to teach and perform. Thanks Ross!!!!

Jason Whicker If there is anyone in this entire world I would want to work with more, its Ross Milam. His work ethic is absolutely astounding. This man will not rest till he has everything accomplished (I've called him a machine before, its true). His attention to detail is scary. Its like he should be working for a CSI somewhere. I have had the honor of creating a production at Busch Gardens with Mr. Milam and it was a constant flow of creativity. We co-produced, directed, choreographed, and created a 40 minute Theme Park show we previewed at Busch Gardens called "Broadway Bound". Not only was he going above and beyond the call of duty to make this show happen, but he was performing a 40 to 50 hour work week. Ross Milam's ability to work with people under any form of pressure is a calming relief in the face of entertainments' capacity for DIVISH performers. Always a smile, always a great attitude has Mr. Ross Milam and easily one of the funnest (yes I said funnest) persons I've had the pleasure to work with. There are some people you can't wait to work with again and I hope and pray I get that chance with Ross. Currently I am performing at Beef and Boards Equity Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis, IN in the musical "Phantom". I have performed in a couple National Tours (Grease being one of them) and this summer I will be a Flight Choreographer/Video Editor for ZFX, the second largest Stage Flight Company in the world, zfxflying.com.
Holly Rittenberry It has been my privilege to know and work with Mr. Ross Milam for the past five years. There are not enough words to express just how talented he is. From vocal coaching and choreographing routines to designing costumes and sets, his abilities are limitless. Ross goes above and beyond with every project he is involved in, and will never give less than 100 percent. I've not only had the pleasure of performing alongside Ross, but I've also had the honor of bringing a few of his own shows to life. I can attest to the fact that whether he is stepping on stage to perform or teaching a show to a cast, he is always electric! Ross' encouragement, patience, and love of his craft is inspiring, and makes me want to be a better performer, singer, and dancer. I've worked as an entertainer for Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Busch Gardens, and Molyneux Entertainment, and have never met a more caring director. Not only is Ross an amazing entertainer and teacher, but he is a person of high integrity. In a business that is centered around doing anything it takes to get ahead, it is hard to find truly honest people like Ross. He is a positive person with a genuine love of life. His high spirits are contagious and he is a pure joy to work with!
Jim Harney I have worked with Ross in numerous different situations for more than ten years and I am always impressed by his abilities. Ross is always well organized, energetic and creative. It is rare to find someone in the entertainment business that can sing, dance, coach, choreograph, arrange music and produce and direct shows. As busy as we both are, it is always a pleasure to work with Ross as he is one of the most positive people I have ever met. He always has a great vision for his projects and is always clear in conveying his ideas. I would not hesitate to recommend Ross to anyone who is in need of entertainment production, vocal coaching, master classes or choreography.
Kenneth J. Herron I've known A. "Ross" Milam for a great deal of both of our lives and we’ve been friends throughout that time. In the early days, while Ross was still a budding college student, he would come home and put on a Broadway type show at his old high school every summer. Mind you, I had only seen these types of performances on television but would always enjoy Ross in action. Ross was a writer, director, producer, performer, and instructor even then. One other great thing about Ross was that he would always include students from the high school in his performances and the proceeds would go to the school. I would always assist Ross mainly by doing the script typing, hey I couldn't sing or dance but could type well. I guess one could say Ross was destined to be where he is in life and he will continue to go further. He breaths the theater and I have always enjoyed his performances. Ross, you have always been true to your calling. You know you will always have my best wishes and support.