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Andrew Cao is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Florida's School of Theatre and Dance, specializing in Musical Theatre & Dance. With over 20 years of professional experience, he has taught theatre, dance, and industry-related subjects to over 25,000 students worldwide. His affiliations include prestigious institutions such as the Stratford Shakespeare Festival, The Old Globe, and The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, alongside Broadway productions like Aladdin, Anything Goes, and TV shows including Iron Fist and Blue Bloods.
Andrew's professional career spans Broadway, Television, and Commercial/Print work, collaborating with entities like PNC Bank and Nickelodeon’s The Backyardigans. As an educator, he has designed and taught hundreds of classes and masterclasses for institutions such as the Broadway Dance Center, Broadway Classroom, and Broadway Workshop.
His research and teaching interests center on performing arts pedagogy, musical theatre choreography, and the practical application of dance in professional settings. He emphasizes bridging classroom learning with real-world industry experience, particularly in Broadway and media contexts.
Andrew has no listed scientific awards or grants. His advising focus is on broad educational outreach rather than formal PhD/master’s students.
He is associated with the University of Florida’s Arts Division and maintains active connections with global performing arts communities through his teaching and professional engagements.
