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Nakia Lawrence

Stockbridge,GA

Summary

Accomplished Theatre professional with a strong background in educating students on theatre terminology, practices and performance techniques. Expert at creating fun and open environment to support learning while teaching students. Successfully enhanced students' knowledge, performance skills and self-confidence by leading interactive and engaging classroom activities. Creative and dedicated with 1 year of experience instructing students by delivering innovative drama curriculum. Delivered lessons on Theatre History and Fundamentals of Acting to students in K5- 12th grade levels. Talented at building respect-based relationships with students through communication and upbeat attitude.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Theatre Teacher

North Henry Academy
Stockbridge, GA
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Developed and implemented theatre curriculum for students of all ages.
  • Organized and supervised school productions, including auditions, rehearsals, and performances.
  • Created and coordinated a range of theatre classes such as acting, improvisation, stage design, costuming, and playwriting.
  • Instructed students in the fundamentals of theatrical performance including voice projection, body language, script analysis and character development.
  • Provided guidance to students on their career paths in theatre arts through workshops and individual meetings.
  • Encouraged students to take risks while exploring their creative potential.
  • Monitored student safety during class activities by ensuring proper use of tools and materials.
  • Coordinated volunteers who helped run after-school programs related to theatre arts.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to theatre education methods or techniques.
  • Taught students theater terminology and performance skills.
  • Supported creativity by teaching lessons improvisation.
  • Coordinated and directed dramatic performances involving up to 35 students.
  • Instructed students on script reading and vocal inflection.

Professional Actor

NichNak Productions
Stockbridge, GA
08.2012 - Current
  • Auditioned for roles, memorized lines and rehearsed scenes.
  • Performed on stage in a variety of productions including musicals, dramas and comedies.
  • Developed characters by studying scripts, researching character backgrounds and collaborating with directors.
  • Created believable performances through improvisation techniques and physicality.
  • Managed time efficiently to ensure prompt arrival at rehearsals and performances.
  • Attended workshops to hone skills such as movement, voice projection and facial expressions.
  • Participated in readings of new plays to provide feedback on characters, plotlines and dialogue.
  • Maintained professional relationships with fellow actors, directors and producers.
  • Utilized social media platforms to promote upcoming productions or events.
  • Adhered to safety protocols when performing stunts or using props and special effects.
  • Visited casting offices to audition for parts in film or television shows.
  • Researched potential roles before attending auditions or interviews.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in scripts or blocking during rehearsals.
  • Prepared monologues for auditions while paying attention to language nuances.
  • Communicated effectively with other cast members about character motivations and objectives.
  • Studied and memorized scripts to learn lines and cues.
  • Attended auditions and casting calls to audition for roles.
  • Communicated characters or situations to audience through speech, body language and movement.
  • Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotions and actions using body movements, facial expressions and gestures.
  • Conveyed each character's story through speech, body language and movement.
  • Collaborated with director to find best interpretation for character.
  • Researched roles to learn traits, mannerisms, accents and other key features of characters.
  • Worked closely with directors and other actors to find interpretations most suited to role.
  • Helped prepare stages, move props and break down stages to support smooth productions.
  • Completed media interviews on television, radio and digital podcasts or videos to promote performances.
  • Acted in over 50 critically-acclaimed productions (on stage and in film).

Education

Master of Arts - Theatre

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2021

Professional Acting Internship/ New Stage Theatre
Jackson, MS
05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre And Drama

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS
05.2011

Skills

  • Acting
  • Course Materials Preparation
  • Subject Research
  • Student Advising and Support
  • Grade Assignment
  • Lectures and Discussions
  • Classroom Discussion Facilitation
  • Instructional Methods
  • Performance Organization
  • Fundamentals and History
  • Colleague Collaboration
  • Paper and Project Review
  • Performance Coaching
  • Presentation Skills
  • Public Speaking
  • Creativity and Artistic Expression

Relevant Coursework

  • Arguments For and Against the Inclusion of a Dramaturg (Thesis)/ Regent University, July 2021
  • Casebook Project: The Gospel at Colonus / Regent University, February 2021
  • Bruce's Faith and Adversities/ Regent University, July 2020
  • Psychological Approach; Theoretical Essay: Death of A Salesman/ Regent University, April 2020

Accomplishments

  • Honors Cum Laude Graduate at Jackson State University
  • Highest GPA Award for 2011 Graduating Theatre Seniors
  • Outstanding Performance Award for 2019 production of "My Sister's Secret"

Volunteer Work

  • Wings of Prayer Senior Services Volunteer Christmas Production 2023
  • Youth and Adult Acting Workshops with Donald Gray 2019-2022
  • Red Light Arts Youth Summer Camp 2018

Timeline

Theatre Teacher

North Henry Academy
07.2022 - 07.2023

Professional Actor

NichNak Productions
08.2012 - Current

Master of Arts - Theatre

Regent University

Professional Acting Internship/ New Stage Theatre

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre And Drama

Jackson State University

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