Shawn Mathews
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic triple threat musical theater actor skilled in vocal performance, dance, and script memorization. Delivered compelling performances, receiving positive audience feedback. As a dance instructor, fostered creative expression and tailored lessons to individual needs, motivating students to excel. Proficient in sound production, combining technical expertise with effective communication to enhance performances.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Musical Theater Actor
Networks Inc
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Interpreted scripts to create believable characters.
- Delivered unique and compelling performances on both stage and screen.
- Made quick adjustments to characters on stage.
- Utilized physical and vocal techniques to portray characters on stage.
- Used body language, facial expressions and vocal techniques to convey messages.
- Mastered dance routines for various numbers including a leading number for "Whose House is This" and "Do this thing"
- Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
- Received positive audience feedback in various theatrical shows.
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Traveled to set locations all over the country for performances.
Dance Instructor /Competition Director
Heart And Sole Dance Studio
03.2018 - 06.2023
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
- Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Lebanon Valley College
Annville, PA05-2022
Skills
- - Mean Girls Musical National Tour 2023 and 2024 - Played the role of Kevin G , Mathlete and Rapper
- -Grease , Fulton Theatre, played the role of Sonny Latierri
- - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat , Allenberry Theatre - Played the role of Joseph
- - Grease , Allenberry Theatre - Played the role of Doody
- - Mamma Mia, Allenberry Theatre - Played the role of Sky
- - Little Shop of Horrors, Lebanon Valley College - Played the role of Seymour
- - In the Heights, Central Dauphin East High School - Played the role of Usnavi De La Vega
Awards
Winner, Dance India Dance North America (2015) – Crowned champion of the televised Zee TV USA reality dance competition, selected from over 20,000 contestants aged 14–30 who auditioned across India and Canada. As one of the youngest winners at age 15, I advanced through multiple elimination rounds in India, judged by top Bollywood choreographers.
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical (2018), Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards – Earned the award for my portrayal of Usnavi De La Vega in In the Heights. The Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards recognize excellence in high school theatre across more than 30 schools in the region through a Tony Awards–style ceremony.
Timeline
Musical Theater Actor
Networks Inc
07.2023 - 12.2024
Dance Instructor /Competition Director
Heart And Sole Dance Studio
03.2018 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Lebanon Valley College
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