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Brenda May Ito is a Professor of Theatre at Columbus State University, serving as Program Director for the Theatre for Youth, MEd, MAT, and Theatre Education programs within the Department of Theatre and Dance.
Education:
- MFA in Theatre (concentration Theatre for Youth) from University of North Carolina-Greensboro
- MA in Theatre from Missouri State University
- BS in Education Dance from Missouri State University
Research Interests: Professor Ito specializes in Theatre for Youth, Theatre Education, and Child Drama, with expertise extending to dance pedagogy and arts integration. Her work bridges performance practice with educational theory, emphasizing youth development through theatrical engagement and interdisciplinary approaches to arts education.
Scientific Awards:
- 2010 Woodruff Arts Center’s Georgia Arts in Education Leaders Award
- 2014 Southeastern Theatre Conference Sara Spencer Child Drama Award
- 2014 Leighton Ballew Award for Distinguished Service to Theatre in Georgia
Advising and Grants: As Program Director, she oversees curriculum development and student mentoring for Theatre for Youth programs. While specific grant details are unlisted, her award recognitions indicate sustained funding for educational initiatives in theatre pedagogy and community arts engagement. Her leadership in program administration reflects deep involvement in securing resources for theatre education infrastructure.
