Ann Bruice

Ann Bruice is a Continuing Lecturer in the Department of Theater/Dance at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). She holds an M.F.A. in Costume Design from California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) and an M.A. in Drama from UCSB. Her expertise lies in costume and set design for theater and dance productions.

Education:

• M.F.A., Costume Design, California Institute of the Arts, 1985
• M.A., Drama, University of California, Santa Barbara

Her design work spans over 17 national and international theater productions, including acclaimed works like Philadelphia Story and Babylon 5. She has designed for institutions such as South Coast Repertory, Mark Taper Forum, and Pasadena Playhouse. Her designs frequently blend artistic innovation with narrative depth, earning recognition through awards like the Los Angeles Drama Critics’ Circle Award and the International Cult Television Award.

Awards & Honors:

• 2012 Academic Senate Distinguished Teaching Award
• International Cult Television Award (Babylon 5)
• Multiple Ovation and Drama-Logue Nominations

Ms. Bruice’s contributions extend to UCSB’s theater and dance programs, including productions like Macbeth, Eurydice, and Seagull. She is a member of professional organizations USA 829 and CDG 892.