Christa Steiner is a professional vocalist, educator, and mental health advocate from Connecticut. She earned her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance and Musical Theatre from the Manhattan School of Music and has built a career that combines artistry, education, and service. As a singer, Christa has performed on Broadway, at Carnegie Hall, and on stages throughout the Northeast. Among her favorite theatrical roles are Florence Vassy in Chess and Kate in The Wild Party (Lippa), performances that reflect her passion for emotionally driven storytelling. She has also been featured as a soloist with the Hartford Gay Men’s Chorus, using music to inspire hope, connection, and community.

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In addition to performing, Christa is a dedicated voice and music theory instructor who believes music education is about far more than technical skill. Through her teaching, she empowers students to build confidence, resilience, and self-expression while developing a lifelong love of the arts. Whether working with aspiring professionals or students discovering their voices for the first time, she is committed to helping each individual reach their fullest potential.

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Christa is also the founder of Out of the Dark: Mental Health Recovery for Youth, an initiative dedicated to reducing stigma surrounding mental illness and expanding access to mental health resources for young people. After surviving her own battle with Bipolar I disorder and achieving long-term recovery, she has become a sought-after speaker, sharing her story with schools, healthcare organizations, leadership conferences, and community organizations across Connecticut. Her advocacy has included speaking alongside state leaders to promote mental health parity, partnering with organizations committed to improving access to care, and encouraging thousands of young people to believe that recovery is possible.

 

As Miss Connecticut, Christa is dedicating her year of service to reminding others that recovery is possible and that every person deserves hope, dignity, and access to quality mental health care. Whether she is performing on stage, teaching in the studio, or speaking in the community, her mission remains the same: to use her voice to help others find theirs.