Insightful, collaborative leader who partners with colleagues and students to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of casts & production teams in the dynamic, fast-paced theatre setting.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director & Choreographer
Lake Middle School
01.2011 - Current
Transyl-mania: A Totally Teen Comedy
The Snow White Variety Show
A Super Groovy Night's Dream
Little Red Robin Hood
To Art and Beyond
How the West Was Dun
Poetic License
The Seven Nasty Princesses
Romeo and Juliet and Toto, Too
Frozen JR
Dear Edwina JR
Once Upon a Mattress JR
How To Eat Like a Child
The Lion King JR
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
Seussical JR
How To Hide Your Inner Zombie (world premiere)
Willy Wonka JR
Annie JR
Honk JR
The Edge of Noir [virtual]
Fortunes Read Virtually [virtual]
Virtually Ever After [virtual]
Mirror, Mirror [virtual]
Summer Theatre Program Director
Phipps Center for the Arts
01.2022 - Current
Wrote 7-week, 40-class curriculum
Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans for long-term growth.
Delivered outstanding program results by setting clear objectives and proactively addressing potential challenges.
Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Manager/Faculty
St Croix Valley Opera
01.2022 - 06.2024
Summer Vocal Institute
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
Enhanced team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, leading to more efficient project completion.
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Taught yoga and movement classes
Directed scenes for performance
Director & Choreographer
Phipps Center for the Arts
01.2013 - 08.2023
Country Ella
Charlotte's Web
Aunt Maggy's Dark & Stormy Night
Love Letters
The Snow White Variety Show
Porridgegate
Little Red Robin Hood
Once Upon a Crime: The Trial of Goldilocks
Cinder-Elfa
Little Luncheonette of Terror
Sleeping Beauty and the Beast
A Charlie Brown Christmas
The Big Bad Musical
Little Luncheonette of Terror
Adventures of a Comic Book Artist
Director & Stage Manager
St Croix Opera Company
01.2022 - 02.2024
Figaro For Kids
Choreographer
Woodbury Community Theatre
01.2015 - 08.2015
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
Director/Choreographer/Grant Writer
Brimhall Elementary
01.2013 - 01.2015
The Rockin' Tale of Snow White
Cinderella, Cinderella
Anti-Bully Theatre Initiative
Guest Director
Center City Opera Company
01.2013 - 05.2013
Opera On a Schtick
Developed high-performing team by providing professional guidance with emphasis on comedic transitions and situations