Joshua Steele

Joshua Steele is a part-time Lecturer in the Theatre & Dance Program at Northern Kentucky University (NKU) since 2012, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. He is a professional vocalist, educator, and arts administrator, balancing his teaching role with full-time management of Memorial Hall in Cincinnati. His professional work spans vocal performance, playwriting, and arts leadership.

• University: Northern Kentucky University
• School: College of Arts and Sciences
• Department: Theatre & Dance
• Academic Rank: Lecturer

Research and Professional Activities:
Steele’s expertise centers on vocal performance, music education, and theatre arts, with a focus on training singing actors. His creative work includes playwriting, showcased at the Cincinnati and Indianapolis Fringe Festivals, and collaborations with major musical ensembles like the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. His administrative role at Memorial Hall highlights his integration of performance, education, and arts management.

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s in Voice Performance, The Ohio State University
  • Master’s in Business and Arts Administration, University of Cincinnati
• Awards:
  • NKU Flame Honoree (2019)
• Professional Affiliations:
  • Manager, Memorial Hall (Cincinnati)
  • Cantor, Community of the Good Shepherd
  • Performer, Kentucky Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Opera, and others