Darryl V. Jones

Darryl V. Jones is a Full Professor of Theatre Arts at California State University, East Bay (CSUEB). He specializes in directing, teaching in concentrations such as Musical Theatre, Acting, and Directing. His work includes several West Coast premieres of new plays, including *Follow Me To Nellie’s* and *Xtigone*, and Broadway/Off-Broadway productions like *Play On* and *We Are Your Sisters* (AUDELCO Award winner). He has directed notable operas such as *Dark River* (based on Fannie Lou Hamer’s life) and collaborated with Arthur Miller on a Dominican-American production of *View From The Bridge*.

Education:

• Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance, Catholic University of America
• Master of Fine Arts in Directing, Boston University School of Theatre

Professional Experience:

• Past roles include Head of BFA Directing at University of Michigan and Directing Associate at Arena Stage (Washington, D.C.)
• Directed at leading theatres such as The Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, Kennedy Center, and Ford’s Theatre
• Active member of Actors’ Equity Association, with performance credits at Lorraine Hansberry Theatre and others

Research & Awards: Focuses on new play development and civil rights narratives in performance. Recognized with AUDELCO, Helen Hayes nomination, and Washington Theatre Lobby awards.

Grants & Labs: No explicit grants mentioned, but extensive regional theatre collaborations highlight his involvement in institutional and independent theatre projects.