JA 18 Under 18 2026

NOLAN MITCHELL

A ninth grader at Calvert Hall College High School, Nolan expresses himself through music and dance with a talent beyond his years. In addition to participating in choirs, including the Maryland State Boychoir, he writes, performs, and records his own original songs—which can  be found on various streaming platforms. Not content to simply dance, he creates his own choreography, mentors young dancers at his studio, and brings his positive energy to the studio’s advanced dance team. While he has performed at numerous ceremonies and festivals and won awards for both his songwriting and dance, he remains a humble artist frequently participating in events that benefit local nonprofits or giving performances at retirement communities and churches. The recipient of a Marion Burk Knott Scholarship to high school, this student-artist aspires to dance at Juilliard.

“Nolan is an exceptionally talented yet humble young artist. He is an extraordinary songwriter and crafts lyrics that reveal insight, originality, and emotional intelligence uncommon for his age.” —Danielle Mitchell, parent

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