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Abigail Killeen is a Professor of Theater at Bowdoin College, specializing in performance, directing, and pedagogy. She is known for her work in redefining theatrical narratives and advancing women’s leadership in theater. Her notable achievement includes spearheading the Off-Broadway adaptation of Babette’s Feast, which garnered critical acclaim and awards recognition. She is a member of Compagnia de’ Colombari, collaborating on transnational adaptations of Shakespeare and other literary works. Killeen teaches courses in acting and playwriting and actively contributes to Maine’s theater scene through collaborations with Portland Stage, Good Theater, and others. She also bridges theater and on-camera performance through workshops and presentations.
Education:
- BFA in Acting, New York University Tisch School of the Arts
- MFA in Acting, Brandeis University’s Professional Actor Training Program
Research Interests: Killeen’s work emphasizes inclusivity in acting education, gender equity in theater leadership, and the intersection of performance theory and practice. She explores Stanislavsky’s Active Analysis methodology and collaborates with Bowdoin colleagues to integrate practical and theoretical approaches to theater training.
Awards:
- Nominated for Off-Broadway Alliance’s ‘Most Unique Theatrical Experience’ Award (for Babette’s Feast)
- Regional recognition from the Portland Phoenix for outstanding performance
Teaching & Collaboration: Killeen co-teaches Acting II: Speaking Your Truth and Creative Writing Workshop: Playwriting. She mentors through her roles in Maine’s theater community and presents internationally on transitioning theater skills to on-camera performance with Welker White of The Moving Frame.
Labs & Teams: Active member of Compagnia de’ Colombari, Portland Stage (LORT theater), and local groups like Portland Shakespeare Company and Dramatic Repertory Company.
