Brian Currie
Cleveland
Summary
Dedicated and passionate actor with a strong background in theater and performing arts, seeking to further develop my craft through diverse teaching and performance opportunities in both community and professional productions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Choreographer
All-City
Cleveland
11.2024 - Current
- Contributed to the 2025 staging of Chicago.
- Contributed to the 2026 staging of Fame.
- Assisted lead choreographer in planning and organizing effective dance routines, contributing to overall production quality.
- Collaborated with dancers to refine choreography, significantly enhancing performance quality and cohesion.
- Coordinated rehearsals, ensuring all participants clearly understood their roles and timings for seamless execution.
Actor
Nearwest Theater
Cleveland
01.2023 - Current
- Interpreted the role of Kyle in 'Legally Blonde', contributing to the comedic elements of the show.
- Performed in the 'Bring It On' production as Cameron, showcasing vocal and acting skills.
- Joined the ensemble cast of 'The Prom', participating in group performances and choreography.
- Performed as an ensemble member in 'Hadestown', supporting the main cast through vocal harmonies.
- Contributed to the ensemble in 'Hairspray', elevating group dynamics and energizing performances.
- Collaborated with cast in 'Everybody's Talking About Jamie', creating engaging and memorable ensemble performances.
- Performed diverse roles in productions, enriching storytelling and deepening character development.
- Studied and memorized scripts to learn lines and cues.
- Performed in stage productions of various plays and musicals.
Choreographer
Nearwest
Cleveland
09.2025 - 04.2026
- “Frozen JR.” 2026
- Choreographed innovative dance routines, enhancing audience engagement across diverse performances and events.
- Collaborated with directors to ensure choreography aligned with artistic vision and thematic elements.
- Mentored dancers, delivering constructive feedback to elevate performance skills and techniques.
Actor
Playhouse/ All-City
Cleveland
01.2020 - 03.2024
- Contributed to ensemble performance in 'Urinetown' to enhance overall production.
- Portrayed character Graffiti Pete in 'In the Heights' to support storytelling.
- Participated as ensemble member in 'Dreamgirls' to strengthen vocal performances.
- Adapted performances to align with director and producer feedback, enhancing overall production quality.
- Analyzed scripts for character motivations and emotional arcs, informing nuanced acting choices that deepened audience engagement.
Actor
Hathaway Brown High School
Cleveland
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Portrayed Scarecrow in "The Wiz" production
- Collaborated with directors and fellow actors to create cohesive and impactful performances.
- Attended rehearsals consistently to enhance script interpretation and deepen character portrayal.
Actor
Cleveland Public Theater
Cleveland
01.2017 - 05.2017
- “We Call You George” 2017
- Performed in various stage productions, showcasing diverse characters.
- Portrayed diverse characters in stage productions, enhancing audience engagement through dynamic performances.
- Collaborated with directors to interpret scripts, shaping character arcs to align with production vision.
- Refined lines, movements, and stage presence during rehearsals, contributing to overall production quality.
Education
Associate of Arts - Theater
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH 01.2025 - 05.2026
John Hay Early College -
John Hay Early College
Cleveland, OhioSkills
- Choreography development
- Stage choreography
- Choreography techniques
- Performance analysis
- Script analysis
- Dance background
- Team collaboration
- Ensemble collaboration
- Creative vision
Theater Experience
- We Call You George, George, Cleveland Public Theater, Cleveland, Ohio, 2017
- Urinetown, Tim Tom, Playhouse, Cleveland, Ohio, 2020
- In the Heights, Graffiti Pete, Playhouse, Cleveland, Ohio, 2023
- Bring It On, Cameron, Nearwest Theater, Cleveland, Ohio, 2023
- The Wiz, Scarecrow, Hathaway Brown High School, Cleveland, Ohio, 2023
- Dreamgirls, Ensemble, Playhouse, Cleveland, Ohio, 2024
- The Prom, Ensemble, Nearwest Theater, Cleveland, Ohio, 2024
- Legally Blonde, Kyle, Nearwest Theater, Cleveland, Ohio, 2024
Timeline
Choreographer
Nearwest
09.2025 - 04.2026
Associate of Arts - Theater
Cuyahoga Community College
01.2025 - 05.2026
Assistant Choreographer
All-City
11.2024 - Current
Actor
Hathaway Brown High School
09.2023 - 11.2023
Actor
Nearwest Theater
01.2023 - Current
Actor
Playhouse/ All-City
01.2020 - 03.2024
Actor
Cleveland Public Theater
01.2017 - 05.2017
John Hay Early College -
John Hay Early College