Lillian C. Brown

Lillian C. Brown is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Ripon College. She is an educator, solo performing artist, actor, and director. Her work focuses on creating theatrical experiences that blend social responsibility with artistic expression. Brown holds a bachelor’s degree in theatre from the University of Northern Colorado and an MFA in theatre from Ohio State University. She currently tours her solo performance ‘The OREO Complex,’ a multi-disciplinary exploration of racial identity and the politics of performance.

Her research interests center on the intersection of race, identity, and performance, using theatre to provoke dialogue on societal issues. Brown’s creative practice emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining performance art with critical discourse on Black identity and cultural narratives.