Catholic University of America - Musical Theatre Department
Lecturer (acting) and Academic Advisor (2018-2023, Washington, D.C.)
• Created and taught a new course, “Acting the Text,” providing freshmen with the
necessary foundations in performance to succeed in future courses and professionally.
Coursework emphasized text analysis, character development, monologue work, and
acting techniques using a variety of methods, including Stanislavski, Hagen, and
Viewpoints, among others, with a focus on both classical and contemporary material.
• Independently conceptualized and directed an immersive, site-specific Shakespeare
workshop, as applied research for a professional production, providing students with a
unique opportunity to explore a previously unfamiliar form of theatre, experiencing
multiple aspects of production from start to finish.
• Worked as associate director for the musical Nine to Five, directing scenes and
providing acting coaching to further develop student performance skills; directed the
musical’s promotional showcase, increasing public marketing, and promoting the
musical theatre program.
• Advised about twelve undergraduate Musical Theatre students on coursework,
registration, professional development, and internships, ensuring that all advisees met
their personal and academic goals in order to graduate on time and transition into the
professional industry.
• Taught a one-time, pre-professional course on advanced acting for seniors, with a focus
on scene work, monologues, auditioning, and the business of theatre, preparing students
to enter the theatre industry.
• Other duties included evaluating culminating student work for degree
requirements, assisting with job interviews, and adjudicating department juries.
Hood College - Theatre Program
Theatre Program Director (2022-2023, MD)
• Directed Almost Maine and produced The Heidi Chronicles, doubling student
involvement from previous years, and meeting all production requirements while
staying within the budget, allowing for the purchase of improved technology such as a
computer, sound equipment, and a projector.
• Taught Shakespeare Literature and Theatre Practicum in addition to providing special
lectures on musical theatre history. Hired professional artists for Theatre Practicum,
improving the student experience, such as local performers and a production designer
from Universal Studios, Hollywood.
• Managed the budget for the theatre program, created and shared marketing materials,
hired guest artists, and oversaw all aspects of managing the theatre and its events,
resulting in the continuation of the theatre program at a time when the college was
required to cut programs. Due to the growth in student participation and artistic
offerings, college administrators elected to continue the program.
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Blue Ridge High School (all-boys boarding school)
Drama Director (2023-Present, VA)
• Direct and produce the school’s annual production. Increased student
responsibility by training them to participate in any and all positions, promote
inter-school collaboration by casting students from other schools in the area, and
foster a student-led program in which students make important decisions related to show
selection and production elements. Work with a team of about 5 faculty assistants to
delegate responsibilities and ensure a professional and efficient process.
• Oversee the drama program, which includes managing the budget, scheduling,
promoting the program, all aspects of production, and coordinating with administrators.
• Have served on two select committees: A STEAM committee dedicated to the
educational repurposing of certain facilities as well as a Scheduling Task Force,
charged with redesigning the school’s entire schedule for the following academic year.
Friends Meeting School (K-12)
Director of Performing Arts (2020-2023, MD)
• Directed and produced all aspects of five main stage events throughout the year: A
spring play, fall haunted trail, Christmas concert, variety show, and a creative arts
showcase. Through these events, student responsibility and participation increased by
training them to be able to participate in any and all positions; participation was
maximized by making shows available to grades 3-12, and in working with a teacher’s
production class on design and construction, fostered a student-led program in which
students had creative input.
• Created and produced an annual arts showcase event featuring numerous student works
from various disciplines such as performance, music, dance, video creation, fine art, and
music composition. The showcase primarily featured students’ classwork to the
community, promoting the school’s strong artistic programming and increasing its
marketing and social media presence.
• Managed all aspects of performing arts programming, working with
administration on scheduling and facility improvements, managing the production
budget, and maintaining an arts grant.
• Taught numerous comprehensive classes using self-developed curriculum on the
performing arts and music to grades 1-12, covering acting, theatre, film, playwriting,
music performance, composition, and other related topics.