David Mackay

David Mackay is an Associate Professor at the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Kansas State University. A professional actor, playwright, and director from Vancouver, Canada, he has extensive experience in theatre and film, including directing credits at prominent institutions like the Arts Club Theatre and Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival. He teaches courses in acting, stage movement, and Shakespearean performance.

• Education: M.F.A. in Directing (Temple University), B.F.A. in Acting (University of British Columbia)
• Key Roles: Associate Director for Theatre at K-State

His research interests focus on acting techniques, stage directing, and Shakespearean adaptation. Mackay has also worked in film and television, with notable acting credits including The X-Files and Watchmen. He emphasizes storytelling through physicality, camera acting, and classical text interpretation.