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Rick Davis is a Professor at the George Mason University, serving in the School of Theater under the College of Visual and Performing Arts. He has held prominent administrative roles as Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts since 2015 and Executive Director of the Hylton Performing Arts Center since 2011. His career spans directing, dramaturgy, teaching, and leadership in theater and performing arts.
- Education:
- DFA, Yale School of Drama, CT
- MFA, Yale School of Drama, CT
- BA, Lawrence University
Rick's research and creative work focus on theater studies, particularly classical plays, modern adaptations, and gender parity in theater. He has directed over 40 professional theater and opera productions, including The Magic Flute (2017) and Fatal Song, or The Great Opera Murders (2014), while developing innovative educational programs and assessment protocols.
His publications include the HowlRound essay Plays by Women: One Theater's Story (2014), reflecting his advocacy for diversity in theater. Awards highlight his dramaturgical excellence (Franklin Smith Prize, 2019), teaching (George Mason Teaching Excellence Award, 1997), and service (Gertrude Breithaupt Jupp Award, 2024).
Rick collaborates with institutions like the Hylton Performing Arts Center, The IN Series, and San Jose Chamber Orchestra, blending academic rigor with practical innovation. He continues to direct, write, and mentor students while leading Mason's creative and educational initiatives.
