Vonnie Houchin

• Performed the same duties as in previous theaters.

• Directed musical performances for various theatrical productions
• Led rehearsals, teaching music and guiding performers through musical numbers and choreography integration.
• Coordinated with director and production teams to ensure seamless integration of overall vision including sound and lighting elements.
• Productions: Pageant, Addams Family, Peter and the Starcatcher, Grease, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Oklahoma, Sideshow, Mama Mia, Marvelous Wonderettes, I love You You're Perfect Now Change, Cinderella, Something Rotten, Drowsy Chaperone, 9 to 5, Little Mermaid, Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Legally Blonde, Waitress, 1776, Come From Away

Same duties as above. Additionally:

• Supervised and mentored musicians during rehearsals and performances.
• Led auditions for actors and musicians, assessing skills and fit for productions.
• Scheduled and oversaw separate music rehearsals for vocal and instrumental groups.
• Played piano to accompany and complement rehearsals and lead keyboard in the pit.
• Productions: Into the Woods, City of Angels, Four Holiday Galas, SpongeBob the Musical, Cabaret, School of Rock, Sister Act, Addams Family, Urinetown, Mathilda, Shrek

• Arranged & directed choir and Praise Team rehearsals, solos and special music on regularly scheduled basis.
• Motivated highest possible musical quality and nurtured continued growth within choir.
• Maintained accurate records of all music production activities.
• Managed budgets related to music activities effectively.
• Ordered sheet music and supplies related to music program.
• Recommended tuning, maintenance and replacement of musical instruments.
• Maintained licensing subscriptions authorizing organization to legally use published materials.
• Aligned music with message themes and pastoral requests.

• Created engaging learning experiences for middle school students throughout a 41-year career.

• Executed responsibilities outlined above