Ivan Fuller

Ivan Fuller is a Professor in the Department of Performing Arts at Rider University's School of Communication, Media and Performing Arts. He holds a Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University and specializes in theatre education, directing, and playwriting.

Research Interests: Dr. Fuller's work spans theatre history, dramatic literature, acting methodologies, directing techniques, and original playwriting. His creative research includes internationally recognized plays exploring human resilience and historical narratives.

Awards & Honors:

• Holland New Voices Award for Outstanding Play (Eating into the Fabric)
• Three-time semi-finalist for the Eugene O’Neill National Playwriting Conference
• Semi-finalist for the Princess Grace Playwriting Fellowship

Professional Activities: Founded the Bare Bodkins Theatre Company (specializing in Shakespeare), led international study programs in Russia and Lithuania, and served as Department Chair at Augustana College for 22 years.