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Ryan McKinney is a Professor of Theatre Arts and serves as Director of Theatre Arts at Kingsborough Community College, City University of New York (CUNY). He concurrently holds the position of Director of the Kingsborough Center for Teaching & Learning, overseeing faculty development initiatives in pedagogy and instructional technology across the institution.
His academic credentials include:
- MFA in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University
- MA in Theatre Studies from Hunter College, CUNY
- BA in Theatre & International Studies from Fairfield University
McKinney's scholarly focus centers on Theatre Arts with emphasis on Performance Studies, Musical Theatre, Play Analysis, and Acting techniques. His work integrates historical context with practical performance training, particularly examining the evolution of musical theatre and its pedagogical applications. Current research explores the intersection of digital tools and theatrical education through his leadership in the Teaching and Learning Center.
Active within CUNY's academic ecosystem, McKinney participates in the Teaching and Learning Center and CUNY Manifold Users groups, contributing to discussions on digital pedagogy since joining five years ago. He directs Kingsborough's Theatre Arts program including courses like THA 42 (Advanced Theatre Practicum) and THA 53 (Acting 2: Scene Study), with ongoing involvement in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF).
