Dani Tapper
Villanova,PA
Summary
Passionate and engaging theatre advocate and educator with a natural ability for providing a safe, fun, and educational environment for future thespians. Displays outgoing personality and constructive humor that fosters a safe and fun atmosphere while meeting classroom objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Entertainer
Dani B
01.2000 - Current
- Performed live shows at various venues throughout region.
- Danced, sang and conducted games encouraging guest participation through playful antics and engagement.
- Created fun and animated skits for guest enjoyment.
- Communicated with children and families clearly and with good humor to encourage laughter and excitement.
- Incorporated stage props to engage audience and create unforgettable moments.
- Used social media to promote events and build audience.
Director of Lower School Theatre
The Shipley School
11.2018 - 05.2023
- Produced, directed, and musical directed cast of 60 children in full length musical
- Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members. Directed work of lighting, sound and stage crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Worked closely with parents and high school volunteers
Producer, Composer, Writer: Brilliant the Musical
Dani B Productions
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Producer, Writer, and Composer for original full length musical
- Hired and oversaw 36 employees for production
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Coordinated and led casting calls
- Coordinated and led hiring of all sound, lighting, costume designers, technical director and stage crew.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Developed production plans and organized resources to achieve prompt delivery of projects.
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film And Video Production
New York University
New York, NY01.1995
Skills
- Engaging with children and families, Highly energetic, accomplished musician (piano, guitar, drums) Ability to juggle all moving pieces Strong advocate for women in theatre and the arts,
Accomplishments
Dani's original musical, Brilliant the Musical, was featured in the Broadway Bound Theatre Festival, NY, NY 2021.
Affiliations
Board Member of the Philadelphia Theatre Company
Timeline
Producer, Composer, Writer: Brilliant the Musical
Dani B Productions
03.2020 - 10.2021
Director of Lower School Theatre
The Shipley School
11.2018 - 05.2023
Children's Entertainer
Dani B
01.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film And Video Production
New York University