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Ricky Pak is an Assistant Professor of Acting at Syracuse University’s Department of Drama. His academic roles include adjunct faculty positions at the University of Redlands (2017–2019), Cypress College (2015–2016), and California State University-Los Angeles (2011–2015), where he taught acting, theatre, and acting for camera. He is a professional actor and member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors’ Equity Association (AEA), with extensive stage and screen credits.
Education:
- M.F.A. in Performance/Acting (2013), California State University-Los Angeles
- B.A. in Liberal Arts (Arts and Humanities), Colorado State University (1999)
Pak’s research focuses on devised theatre and Moment Work methodologies through his collaboration with the Tectonic Theater Project. He advocates for cultural diversity in performance, co-founding the Circle Squared Collective to create inclusive theatre. His work includes directing the Encuentro 2014 Latinx theatre festival via a Mellon Foundation Fellowship and consulting for Disney/ABC’s diversity initiatives.
Awards:
- Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Fellowship (2014)
- Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival honors (2010, 2012)
Advising & Grants: Pak’s Mellon-funded work with the Latino Theater Company and ongoing partnerships with institutions like the Center Theater Group highlight his commitment to expanding equitable representation in arts. He also mentors students through Newhouse School programs.
Labs/Teams: Artistic Director of Circle Squared Collective; Teaching Artist with Tectonic Theater Project; collaborator with Los Angeles Theatre Center and Geva Theatre Center.
