The Team
Who We Are
Victoria Morris
President and CEO of Lexikat Artists
Victoria Morris is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry, known for her influential work as a dance agent, talent manager, and theatrical producer. A former professional dancer in major films like Annie, One From The Heart directed by Francis Ford Coppola,and Xanadu, Victoria became a pioneering agent for dancers in theater, TV, and film. As EVP of Theatrical Representation at Kazarian Spencer & Associates, she expanded the agency’s New York office and guided top-tier talent to success. She is the founder of Lexikat Artists, producing acclaimed works such as the Tony-nominated Spring Awakening (Deaf West Theatre) and If All The Sky Were Paper at The Kennedy Center. A passionate advocate for the arts, Victoria serves on the board of Broadway Dreams, consults for The Miracle Project, and teaches at UCLA, Pepperdine, and Chapman University.
Jodie Grundin
Talent Manager
Jodie Grundin discovered her love of theatre and performance early in life, singing in the choir and performing in school plays. She continued her pursuit at the University of Northern Colorado, where she earned her BA in Theatre with an Acting emphasis. During her time there she participated in many productions as an actress, as well as a director and crew member.
Jodie has spent the last 8 years in LA acting, producing, performing sketch comedy, and enjoying the sunshine. She finds joy in coaching other actors and helping them find their way in the business. Each spring she coordinates her Alma Mater's senior showcase. Jodie has worked for Lexikat Artists in the past and is thrilled to be back.
Juliet Johnson
Executive Assistant
Named after Juliet in that play we all know well, Juliet’s love for story and performance grew at an early age through dance, musical theatre summer camps, and Shakespeare intensives. She continued her training at Pepperdine University, where she will receive her BA in Theatre with an Acting Emphasis and a double minor in Creative Writing and Great Books. Juliet is multi-talented and very interested in business and producing. She has performed in several Pepperdine productions on the main stage, including a performance at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with the Pepperdine Scotland Theatre Company; she has also worked as a student director, choreographer, and stage manager at the university and loved it all.
Juliet is passionate and continues to work in performance, directing, and choreography in every way she can through her work at Lexikat Artists, supporting the art of other creatives. She believes in the power of stories to heal people and their communities. Juliet interned with Lexikat Artists in the past and is so excited to be working with the company in a greater capacity.
K.J. Powell
Director of Social Media and Marketing
KJ Powell is an actor, producer, and writer studying Theatre: Acting at Pepperdine University. KJ is a goal-oriented young man who believes in working hard to achieve his goals. He has earned several awards in the area of Theatre, August Wilson’s Monologue Finalist, Spotlight Award receipt, and a scholarship from the California Educational Theatre Educational Association, to name a few. KJ’s on-screen roles include Nickelodeon “Henry Danger,” CBS “Young Sheldon,” ABC “Station 19”, and Lifetime “The Secret Life of Cheerleaders.”
Originally from Miami, Florida, KJ began his acting career at the age of 14 when his family relocated to Los Angeles, CA. In addition to working in the entertainment industry, KJ values serving the community. He volunteers to help those in need and will one day start a volunteer foundation to give young adults more opportunities to serve the members of the community.
Ava King
Executive Assistant to Victoria Morris
Ava recently received her BA from Yale University, where she majored in American Studies with an emphasis on digital, literary, audio, & performance cultures. She has produced numerous productions, with highlights including Gypsy, Hand to God, and Natasha, Pierre, & The Great Comet of 1812. She also produced the Yale Dramatic Association’s 2021 Fall Mainstage production of Cabaret, Yale’s largest annual undergraduate production involving a cast and crew of over 50 students. Ava served two terms on the Dramatic Association’s board, both as a producer and as the Special Events Coordinator. She’s also produced several short films alongside talented student filmmakers and served twice on the Yale Student Film Festival Committee. Ava is a longtime staff member of the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in her hometown of Big Sky, Montana, where she now works as the Associate Director of Programming. Ava also served as the stage manager for Tiny Theater, an experimental collaboration with Bozeman-based Nervous Theatre, and formerly worked on the student event staff at the Yale Schwarzman Center. Ava is driven by a deep commitment to supporting talented creatives and amplifying their voices. At Lexikat, she hopes to contribute to empowering these individuals to share their unique stories and make a meaningful impact within the performing arts community.