Chelsey Lee Gaddy

Chelsey Lee Gaddy is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts and Program Coordinator at Mars Hill University's College of Fine Arts. A graduate of Mars Hill University and holder of an MFA in Acting from Florida Atlantic University, she specializes in preparing students for professional careers in theatre. Her directorial work includes productions like Side by Side by Sondheim, Sweet Charity, and Charlotte’s Web, alongside notable onstage performances such as Judy Garland in End of the Rainbow and Alice Murphy in the WNC regional premiere of Bright Star.

Her research interests span theatre arts, acting, directing, and the social impact of theatre. She actively promotes inclusion in education and the arts, advocates for autism acceptance, and supports survivors of domestic violence through her work. As a teaching-focused faculty member, she integrates her professional performance experience into curriculum development.

Chelsey balances her career as an artist and educator with her role as a mother, contributing to Mars Hill University's theatrical community while fostering regional collaborations in western North Carolina.