جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Shannon Holmesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Voice Training
• Theatre Performance
• Somatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shannon Holmes serves as Associate Professor and Department Head of Theatre within the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance at the University of Regina, while also directing SoMo Theatre. With over twenty years of experience, she has trained performers for Broadway, London's West End, and major North American venues through both university teaching and private studio instruction. Her educational background includes: BFA in Theatre with Music Minor from Concordia University MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts from Goddard College (US) PhD in Drama and Theatre Studies from University of Birmingham (UK) Dr. Holmes' research disrupts conventional boundaries between speech and singing through somatic and autoethnographic practices. She develops embodied performer training methods that center lived bodily experience, creating interdisciplinary tools for vocal expression that integrate extended techniques with theatrical devising. Her work prioritizes accessibility and democratization of voice training resources. Her scholarly contributions include the award-winning 2016 article 'Autoethnography and Voicework' and co-editing the upcoming Canadian Theatre Review special issue 'Voicework in Canada'. Current projects focus on interdisciplinary voice pedagogy and autoethnographic performance creation. Scientific recognition includes: 2016 Forum Article of the Year for 'Autoethnography and Voicework' As an educator, she teaches voice, movement, and devised theatre while leading the Voice Mapping Lab's Open Educational Resource initiative. Her international collaborations—like the 'Temporal Duets' project with Bath Spa University—demonstrate her commitment to cross-institutional research. She maintains active artistic practice through SoMo Theatre, developing new performance works that embody her research. The Voice Mapping Lab, co-directed with Dr. Melissa Morgan, pioneers accessible voice training methodologies through its pressbook project, aiming to remove barriers to high-quality vocal pedagogy while advancing interdisciplinary approaches to performer training.

Matt Omastaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Theatre
• Theatre Education
• Community-Engaged Theatre
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matt Omasta is Professor and Chair of the Department of Theatre at Miami University, with prior affiliations at Utah State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Theatre from Arizona State University, an M.A. in Theatre Education from Emerson College, and a B.A. in Drama from Ithaca College. An award-winning educator and scholar, he specializes in community-engaged theatre and qualitative audience research. His scholarship examines: Ethnographic performance as a tool for social dialogue Impact measurement in spectator studies Youth theatre pedagogy and playwriting Identity formation through applied drama His creative portfolio includes 40+ productions amplifying underrepresented communities. Recent publications explore theatre's societal impact, with recurring themes of: Audience reception analysis Ethnographic methodology Youth-centric narrative development Performance as identity exploration Awards & Recognition: Johnny Saldaña Outstanding Professor of Theatre Education (AATE) Founders Award (Educational Theatre Association) Faculty Mentor of the Year (Utah State) University-wide Teacher of the Year (Utah State) He mentors students in devising performances for communities (e.g., mental health advocates, LGBTQIA+ groups) and leads national theatre education initiatives.

Jessica Braterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Theatre for Social Change
• Social Justice in Theatre
• Feminist Theatre
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jessica Brater is an Associate Professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance at Montclair State University's College of the Arts. She coordinates the BA/MA in Theatre Studies and the Graduate Certificate in Theatre of Diversity, Inclusion & Social Change. Her affiliations include leadership roles in New Jersey Together, residencies at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center and Mabou Mines, and collaborations with Jersey City Theater Center, New Jersey Playwrights Lab, and Vanguard Theater. Her research examines theatre as a tool for social justice, focusing on underrepresented groups and political advocacy. Key interests include feminist theatre, site-specific performance, and the relationship between theatrical techniques and social movements. She is currently authoring a book analyzing 21st-century advocacy campaigns through the lens of theatre. Her directing portfolio includes socially engaged works like THE ART OF HIJAB , DAUGHTERS OF ANATOLIA , and protest performances addressing immigration policy. She founded the Brooklyn-based theatre company Polybe + Seats and has secured grants from the NEA, Brooklyn Arts Council, and others. Awards and recognitions: Loving Leadership Award (Faith in New Jersey) 2022 NJ 11 Hero (Rep. Mikie Sherill) Outstanding Service Award (Montclair State University) She holds a Ph.D. from CUNY Graduate Center, a B.A. from Barnard College, and is pursuing a Certificate in Contemporary Antisemitism Studies at ISGAP.

Anne-Liese Juge Foxمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Theatre History
• Playwriting and New Play Development
• Applied Theatre
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anne-Liese Juge Fox serves as an Instructor in the Department of Southeastern Theatre at Southeastern Louisiana University, teaching performance and theatre history with specialized expertise in mask improvisation. Her academic credentials include: Theatre training at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts Studies at École Internationale de Théatre Jacques Lecoq in Paris Ph.D. in Theatre History, Literature, and Criticism from Louisiana State University Her research integrates community-based applied theatre, new-play development, and devised improvisational performance, with significant focus on mask techniques. She actively adapts classical works and directs world-premiere productions through Southeastern’s Inkslinger Playwriting Contest. Notable recognition includes: Obie Award for Nita & Zita (as original collaborator) Dr. Fox founded NOLA Playback Theatre post-Hurricane Katrina, utilizing improvisational theatre for community healing in disaster-affected regions.

kt shorbمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Critical Race Studies
• Queer Studies
• Performance Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

kt shorb is an Assistant Professor of Theater and Dance at Macalester College and serves as Vice President for the Consortium of Asian American Theaters & Artists, the only national service organization for theatre artists of the Asian and Pacific Islander diaspora. Education: BM in Music Composition from Oberlin Conservatory MA in Media Studies from the University of Texas at Austin PhD in Performance as Public Practice (Theatre/Performance Studies) from the University of Texas at Austin Research Interests: kt's scholarship critically examines intersections of critical race studies, queer studies, and performance through creative practice-as-research. Their work investigates how queer people of color theatre artists create heroic moments that defy conventional physics, while also contributing performance criticism to American Theatre magazine. Additional expertise includes ensemble-devised theatre, opera direction, and intimacy direction developed through training with SITI Company and Theatrical Intimacy in Education. Scientific Awards: 2015 invited fellow at the Peer Leadership Exchange for the National Institute for Directing and Ensemble Creation 2019 Directing Fellow at Wolf Trap Opera Advising and Grants: With a pedagogy rooted in Paolo Freire's philosophy and Theatre of the Oppressed training under Julian Boal and Bárbara Santos, kt fosters peer learning to explore connections between social structures and personal expression. They have held faculty positions at Southwestern University, UT-Austin, St. Edward's University, and Allegheny College, though specific grant details are not documented in source materials. Labs and Teams: As Founder and Producing Artistic Director of Generic Ensemble Company (GenEnCo) in Austin, Texas, kt leads collaborative projects foregrounding marginal bodies through productions like 'black girl love: an adaptation project' and 'The Mikado: Reclaimed'. GenEnCo has earned multiple B. Iden Payne and Austin Critics’ Choice nominations under their direction, and they currently collaborate with Katherine Wilkinson on the performance piece 'Inappropriate' exploring queer time travel.

Leticia Robles-Morenoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Theatre Studies
• Performance Studies
• Race and Performance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Leticia Robles-Moreno is an Associate Professor of Theatre at Muhlenberg College, serving full-time since 2017 after beginning as an adjunct instructor in 2016. She teaches introductory theatre courses alongside specialized seminars on race, gender, performance, and politics in the Americas, while advising student groups Comunidad (for Latine students) and Artists for Activism. Her academic foundation includes undergraduate literature studies in Peru with concurrent theatre performance experience, a master's degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and a Ph.D. in performance studies from New York University—merging her dual passions for literary analysis and theatrical practice. Research Focus: Robles-Moreno investigates creación colectiva (Latin American devised theatre) as a resistance strategy during authoritarian regimes, examining how collaborative art sustains community under political oppression. Her work bridges Theatre Studies, Performance Studies, and social justice movements through interdisciplinary analysis of artistic community-building. She integrates departmental productions into pedagogy, co-directing 2023's The Labyrinth of Desire with Troy Dwyer, and during her 2024 sabbatical taught in Peru while translating Gabriel Jason Dean's work—facilitating transnational workshops connecting Muhlenberg and Peruvian students via Zoom to explore activist art practices.

• Digital Performance
• Interactive Theatre
• Immersive Theatre
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Niki Woods is a Senior Lecturer in Theatre and Performance Practice at the University of Salford's School of Arts, Media and Creative Technologies, where she also serves as Artistic Director of the New Adelphi Theatre. Her dual role bridges academic teaching and professional artistic leadership, programming events that directly respond to student curriculum and staff research initiatives. Her research centers on Digital and Interactive Performance , Contemporary/Immersive Theatre , and Postdramatic Theatre practices. With over two decades of experience as associate artist with Blast Theory digital art group, she has toured nationally and internationally, bringing practitioner insights to her academic work. Her recent co-edited handbook Making Postdramatic Theatre extends existing resources for teaching devised performance. Woods teaches across all undergraduate levels including Performance Skills, Workshop, Project, New Trends in Theatre, and Postdramatic Theatre modules while supervising final year projects. Her industry affiliations include board membership with Reckless Sleepers theatre company and ongoing collaborations with Blast Theory that inform her pedagogical approach. Her publication record demonstrates interdisciplinary reach within performance studies, with focus on practical applications of postdramatic techniques. While no scientific awards are documented, her creative leadership through the New Adelphi Theatre provides significant student engagement opportunities.

• Contemporary Performance
• Postdramatic Theatre
• Theatre Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tracy Crossley serves as Lecturer and Subject Group Head for Performance within the School of Arts, Media and Creative Technologies at the University of Salford, with additional affiliation to the Creative Technology Research Centre. Joining Salford as a full-time lecturer in 2001 after teaching at Lancaster University, she maintains an active dual role in education and research within contemporary performance practices. Her academic credentials include: BA (Hons) Theatre Studies from Lancaster University (1991-1994) MA Contemporary Theatre Practice from Lancaster University (1994-1995) PhD in Visuality in Film and Theatre from Lancaster University (1995-2001) Dr. Crossley's research centers on Contemporary Performance and Postdramatic Theatre, specifically exploring intersections between Stanislavsky's methodology and postdramatic practices. Her groundbreaking work includes developing the Performance Projection Paradigm for intermedial dance and creating practical frameworks for emotion memory applications in non-narrative performance. She investigates how performers mine personal experiences within experimental frameworks and how projected imagery interacts with embodied presence. Her publication record demonstrates consistent focus on performance methodology evolution, with her 2025 thesis establishing the Performance Projection Paradigm as a significant contribution to intermedial practice. The 2018 handbook 'Making Postdramatic Theatre' provides essential pedagogical resources, while her journal article and conference presentation on Quarantine Theatre's 'Wallflower' reveal methodological bridges between traditional and contemporary performance approaches. As an educator, Dr. Crossley supervises PhD candidates in Theatre Studies with expertise in Postdramatic Theatre and Contemporary Performance. She leads the final year Theatre Project module culminating in the Debut festival, teaches 'New Trends in Theatre & Performance' at third-year level, and delivers foundational instruction through 'Performance in Context' for first years. Her supervision philosophy emphasizes practice-as-research methodologies and encourages exploration of interdisciplinary connections within performance creation.

Julius Drakeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Collaborative Piano
• Art Song Interpretation
• Classical Piano Performance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Julius Drake is a world-renowned collaborative pianist based in London who holds the position of Professor of Collaborative Piano at the Guildhall School of Music. He enjoys an international reputation as one of the finest instrumentalists in his field, collaborating with many of the world's leading vocal artists both in recital and on disc. His passionate interest in song has led to invitations to devise major song series for Wigmore Hall, London; The Concertgebouw, Amsterdam; 92nd St Y, New York; and the Pierre Boulez Saal, Berlin. He curates an annual series of song recitals – Julius Drake and Friends – in the historic Middle Temple Hall in London, where The Daily Telegraph has noted the space 'seems the perfect setting for stirring songs of martial derring-do.' Drake's research and performance interests center on collaborative piano, art song interpretation, and vocal accompaniment across multiple traditions including German Lieder, French mélodie, and English song repertoire. His work demonstrates a deep understanding of textual subtleties and musical structures, with critics noting his 'magisterial command of tonal inflections' and ability to make the piano 'feel like a whole orchestra.' His programming often explores connections between poetry and music, and he has created comprehensive series including the complete Mahler songs in five recitals for the Mahler Festival at the Concertgebouw. His numerous awards include multiple Gramophone Awards (2007, 2009, 2011, 2020) and BBC Music Magazine Awards (2020, 2025). His recordings consistently receive critical acclaim for their musical intelligence and profound understanding of song repertoire, with The New Yorker describing him as 'the nonpareil collaborative pianist.' Drake maintains an active performance schedule with engagements through 2026, including recitals at major venues worldwide. He is regularly invited to give masterclasses globally, sharing his expertise in collaborative piano with the next generation of musicians. His artistic partnerships with singers like Ian Bostridge (with whom he has performed Winterreise over 100 times) and Gerald Finley represent some of the most significant vocal-piano collaborations of our time.

• Embodied Performance Practices
• Contemporary Performance
• Digital Theatre
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hannah Kew serves as Senior Lecturer in Performance within the Faculty of Arts, Creative Industries, and Education (ACE) at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), leveraging over 20 years of professional experience as a performer, maker, and director across live and digital performance domains. Her academic credentials include a BA in Acting from Arts Educational Schools London and an MA in Performance and Culture from Goldsmiths College. She holds Fellow status with the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Research centers on Embodied Performance Practices within digitized cultural landscapes, specifically examining how contact, touch, immersion, and sensorial connections function as radical pathways to interconnection in contemporary performance. Her methodology emphasizes practice-led interdisciplinary collaborations that bridge movement-centric techniques with digital theatre formats. Key projects include the cross-disciplinary PINCH collaboration (2011-2015) exploring performer-spectator dialogue; Still Life (2022) integrating performance with visual art responses; Harold Pinter’s 'Party Time' (2023) incorporating digital techniques; the Angela Carter Theatre Walk (2024); and Noman's Land (2025) developed with refugee students for Bristol Refugee Festival. Her professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) As an educator, she directs movement-centric devised theatre development and ensemble training across all academic levels, frequently collaborating with Fine Art, Illustration, and Drama students. Her externally funded projects demonstrate sustained partnerships with Arts Council England, Bristol Old Vic Ferment, Theatre Bristol, The Place (London), and Bristol Beacon.

Susanne Houstleمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

• Costume Design
• Sustainable Theatre Practices
• Historical Costume
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Susanne Houstle serves as Visiting Assistant Professor of Costume Design at Baldwin Wallace University, bringing over 15 years of professional experience across theater, dance, and film industries. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, she previously worked extensively as a costume designer, assistant designer, and costume maker in Boston and New York City. Her educational foundation includes an M.F.A. in Costume Design from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, where she earned a full-tuition fellowship. Houstle's creative scholarship centers on storytelling through devised performance and historical narratives, with significant emphasis on sustainable practices including material repurposing and vintage integration for immersive world-building. Recognized for her NYU Tisch fellowship, her work bridges artistic innovation with ecological responsibility. As an educator committed to emerging artists, she has taught at Drew University and Fairleigh-Dickinson University prior to her current position, maintaining active mentorship in costume design disciplines.

• Theatre
• Voice and Speech Training
• Physical Theatre
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Echo Sunyata Sibley serves as an Assistant Professor of Theatre within the Department of Art, Theatre and Dance at West Texas A&M University's Sybil B. Harrington College of Fine Arts and Humanities. A Certified mVm Miller Voice Method Teacher, she brings extensive international performance and teaching experience to her role, having worked across Europe and the United States in theatre, voice coaching, and creative development. Her creative scholarship focuses on voice and speech pedagogy, physical theatre techniques, and feminist performance creation. Professor Sibley specializes in Active Breath (mVm) methods, acting for singers, and diverse vocal techniques for stage performance. Her artistic practice emphasizes devising new works through abstract movement, feminist clowning, and innovative object manipulation. Professional recognition includes: Continuous membership in Pi Kappa Lambda National Music Honor Society since 2001 Active participation in the Voice & Speech Trainers Association (VASTA) Golden Key International Honour Society membership Professor Sibley directs her students through foundational theatre training while incorporating her international perspective. Her courses span Acting I-II, Voice & Movement I-II, Improvisation, Musical Theatre repertoire, and Introduction to Theatre. She previously taught at Italy's Centro Formazione Artistica di Luca Bizzarri and served as Recording Artist and Voice Coach for Orange Home Records. As co-founder of the Women from Mars theatre collective, she develops and tours feminist clown-noir performances internationally, most notably "Silent Reflections" which has been presented across Italy and the United States.

Mark Armstrongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Jazz
• Improvisation
• Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mark Armstrong is a Jazz Professor at the Royal College of Music (RCM) in London, where he lectures on jazz style, history, arranging, composition, and improvisation. He directs the RCM Big Band and Jazz Orchestra and devises educational content for the Sparks programme. His educational background includes: Oxford University (Graduate) Guildhall School of Music (Jazz and Studio Music) Armstrong's artistic scholarship centers on jazz improvisation, composition, and arranging, exploring historical jazz evolution while creating contemporary works for diverse ensembles. His practice integrates academic rigor with commercial music production and jazz education innovation. As Artistic Director of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra, he leads concert programming, commissions new compositions, and oversees the Learning and Participation programme. He also serves the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) as examiner, presenter, trainer, and moderator. Professionally, Armstrong performs as principal trumpeter with Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra across international venues and collaborates with UK jazz luminaries including Stan and Clark Tracey, John and Alec Dankworth, Zoe Rahman, Nigel Price, and Dan Casmir. His compositional output spans jazz orchestras, chamber groups, and commercial projects for Audio Network, complemented by decades of session work and West End theatre performances.

Carl Granieriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Devised Theatre
• Ritual Theatre
• Mythopoesis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Carl Granieri is an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator for Directing and Devised work in the School of Music and Performing Arts at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. His academic career is deeply rooted in both scholarly and professional theatrical practice, with extensive experience in acting, directing, and theatre education. He has received numerous accolades including the prestigious Coca-Cola BORSF Endowed Professorship in Performing Arts (2024) and nomination for the Ray P. Authement Eminent Faculty Award. Granieri's research and creative work focuses on Devised Theatre, Ritual Theatre, Mythopoesis, Performative Politics, and Theatre for Social Justice. His approach blends academic rigor with practical application, creating immersive theatrical experiences that challenge traditional boundaries between performer and audience. His recent production of The Tempest featured an innovative immersive seating arrangement that placed viewers directly on Prospero's island, demonstrating his commitment to reimagining theatrical spaces and audience relationships. His recent creative output shows a strong emphasis on contemporary adaptations of classical works alongside original devised pieces. The trend in his work demonstrates increasing international scope, with productions touring to Italy and other international venues, while maintaining strong connections to local Louisiana culture through initiatives like SoLeaux Fest. His work increasingly addresses political conflict, polarization, and environmental concerns, reflecting contemporary societal issues through theatrical expression. Among his notable achievements are multiple Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival awards, the Wyncote Foundation Grant for Directors Gathering, and recognition as an Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentor. His leadership extends beyond the classroom through initiatives like the PFAR Rome Program, which provides BFA Theatre students with international professional experience. As an educator, Granieri mentors students through directing projects, oversees theatrical productions, and teaches courses ranging from introductory theatre to advanced directing and devised performance. His work bridges academic study with professional practice, preparing students for careers in a rapidly evolving theatrical landscape.

Bob Rosenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Theatre
• Physical Theatre
• Improvisation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Bob Rosen serves as an Instructor in the Department of Theater and Dance at Macalester College, teaching courses including Physical Approaches (THDA 230) and Acting Theory and Performance (THDA 120). A founding member of the internationally acclaimed Theatre de la Jeune Lune (1979), he co-directed the company from 1985-2005 and has created over 100 productions across acting, writing, directing, and lighting disciplines. His educational foundation includes a diploma from Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre and advanced training at École Internationale de Théâtre Jacques Lecoq in Paris. Rosen's artistic philosophy integrates European physical theatre traditions with contemporary performance practices, emphasizing embodied storytelling techniques. Rosen's work spans theatrical productions like The Golem and Circus of Tales , orchestral collaborations with the Minnesota Orchestra, and original creations such as Juracán – a Puerto Rican history cantastoria debuting in 2018. His artistic output consistently bridges circus arts, mask work, and social narratives through interdisciplinary lenses. Key recognitions include the AT&T OnStage award for The Hunchback of Notre Dame adaptation and the Playwrights’ Center McKnight Theatre Artist Fellowship. His creative leadership extends to founding Studio 206 (2008) for new work development and co-creating The Gymnasium consortium connecting arts with science and business innovation. Rosen maintains active performance pedagogy through Lecoq Technique instruction while advancing physical theatre as both artistic practice and academic discipline through his institutional affiliations and studio initiatives.