Lisa Balderston

Lisa Balderston is an Adjunct Professor of Composition and Literature at Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU), joining the faculty in 2021. A native San Diegan, she holds a B.A. in English from San Diego State University and an M.A. in Creative Writing and Literature from Fairleigh Dickinson University, where she developed a passion for dramatic writing. She teaches courses including College Composition (WRI 1010, WRI 1016), Literature & Culture (dramatic writing, horror literature), and Diverse Voices of World Literature.

• Courses Taught
  • College Composition - WRI 1010
  • College Composition: Research - WRI 1016
  • Diverse Voices of World Literature - LIT 3050
  • Literature & Culture: Horror Literature - LIT 2000
  • Literature & Culture: Dramatic Writing - ENG 2000
  • Writing Across the University - WRI 1001
• Professional Involvement
  • Member, Dramatist Guild
  • Playhouse Leadership Council, La Jolla Playhouse
  • Playhouse Teenage Council Liaison, La Jolla Playhouse
  • Board Member & Script Reader, Playwrights Project
  • Judge/Awards Manager (former), PowPAC Community Theatre
  • Member, The Scripteasers
• Theatre Achievements
  • 2019: Winner, Local Flavor Playwriting competition
  • 2022: Live production of 'Transported' at PowPAC Theatre
  • 2024: Full production of 'Life by Numbers' at Lamplighters Theatre
  • Upcoming: Director of 'Women in Jeopardy' (May 2025)
  • 2024: Assistant director for 'The Butler Did It' at PowPAC Theatre
• Scientific Awards
  • 2019 Local Flavor Playwriting competition winner
  • Multiple theatre group recognitions for short plays