Keith Coughlin

Keith Coughlin is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Theater at Dartmouth College. He serves as Artistic Director at the New London Barn Playhouse, renowned for its professional theater productions. His expertise spans performance, directing, choreography, and theater education. He holds a B.Mus.Ed from the University of Illinois.

In theater, Coughlin has directed and choreographed acclaimed productions such as Newsies!, West Side Story, and Crazy for You, earning multiple NH Theatre Awards. His choreography has been honored with five Best Choreography awards, including works like The Mystery of Edwin Drood and Ragtime. He also contributed to national tours, including Clifford the Big Red Dog Live and Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

His awards reflect excellence in both direction and choreography, such as the Moss Hart Award (2016) and recognition for The Toxic Avenger (2009). Coughlin’s career bridges academic teaching and professional theater, emphasizing collaborative and dynamic stage productions.

His advising and grants are not detailed in the provided text, but his extensive professional roles suggest significant contributions to theater education and community engagement. He is affiliated with Dartmouth’s Theater Department and the New London Barn Playhouse, fostering inclusive creative environments.