Kelly Allison

Kelly Allison is a Professor of Lighting Design and Stage Management at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). He is affiliated with the performing arts community through extensive teaching and professional work.

• Education: BFA from Stephens College, MFA in Scenography from the University of Minnesota
• Professional Affiliations: Member of the Region 4 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Selection Team, Trustee for the Alabama School of Fine Arts
• Teaching: Courses include Theatre Cornerstone, Theatre Capstone, Stage Management, Lighting Design, and Audio Design and Technology

His research and teaching interests focus on Theatre Design and Technology, Stage Management, and Leadership in the performing arts. He has held faculty appointments at multiple institutions, including the University of Minnesota, University of Wisconsin at LaCrosse, and University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and has served as a guest lecturer in Hong Kong and Cairo.

Kelly Allison actively contributes to the performing arts community through professional affiliations and collaborations with organizations like the Guthrie Theatre, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. His students have achieved recognition through local, regional, and national awards.