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Dr. Lee Orchard is a Professor of Theatre at Valparaiso University and former Director of the Cambridge Study Centre in Cambridge, England (2015-2017). He holds a Ph.D. in Theatre Arts from the University of Oregon, alongside degrees from Concordia University Chicago and Northwestern University. His professional roles include teaching and directing at multiple institutions, with extensive experience in study abroad programs and theatre festivals.
Education:
- Ph.D. Theatre Arts – University of Oregon
- M.A. Theatre – Northwestern University
- Bachelor of Arts and Education – Concordia University Chicago
Research & Teaching Interests: Performance Pedagogy, Directing, Theatre and Culture, British Theatre, and Musical Theatre (particularly Stephen Sondheim). He has directed over 80 theatrical productions and led study abroad courses on British drama and the London stage.
Awards:
- Golden Apple Award (twice)
- Semifinalist for Educator of the Year (twice)
- Who's Who Among America's Teachers
- Delta Delta Delta Certificate of Appreciation (four years)
Additional Roles: Taught at Joseph Baldwin Academy for Eminent Young Scholars, directed the Missouri-London Program, and contributed to the American College Theatre Festival as a respondent since 1988.
