جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

V. Mitch McEwenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Architecture
• Urbanism
• Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

V. Mitch McEwen is an Assistant Professor at Princeton University's School of Architecture, where she teaches design studios, seminars on urbanism and technology, and building systems. She leads the Harlem-based design practice Atelier Office and co-directs Princeton's Black Box research group on architecture and technology. As co-founder of the Black Reconstruction Collective (BRC), she drives institutional critique and supports creative work through fellow grants. Her research interrogates architecture's relationship to Black cultural practices, historical memory, and post-industrial urbanism. Key projects include the UNMONUMENT CHICAGO: AFTER WORK (2023 Chicago Architecture Biennial), which reimagines monumentality through Black work stoppages and the Mississippi River's history. Her publications span topics from the Anthropocene to Black spatial practices, including the edited volume Reconstructions: Architecture and Blackness in America (MoMA, 2021). Recent collaborations with filmmaker Zion Estrada explore Homer McEwen's archives on 19th-century Louisiana plantation strikes through the 2,340 Miles from 1880 film. BRC's work emphasizes non-institutional knowledge transfer, abolitionist frameworks, and cross-site dialogues beyond U.S. boundaries. Scientific awards and grants include: BRC fellow grants for emerging practitioners Support from Princeton's research infrastructure Advising and institutional roles: Mentorship through design studios Co-leader of Princeton's Black Box research group Co-founder and director of BRC

John Ambrosoneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Lighting Design
• Theatre Production
• Stage Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Ambrosone is an Associate Professor in the Department of Theatre at Virginia Tech's School of Performing Arts, part of the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design. He directs the M.F.A. and B.A. Lighting Design programs. His professional expertise includes lighting design for Broadway, Off Broadway, regional, and international theatre, opera, and dance productions. Education: MFA, Virginia Tech BA, State University of New York at Fredonia His research and teaching focus on Lighting Design and Theatre Production. Ambrosone is a member of United Scenic Artists local 829 (USA) and the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT). He emphasizes collaborative learning and lifelong artistic growth, as highlighted in his faculty spotlight where he stresses the importance of non-stop learning and creation for students.

• Computer Music
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Machine Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chris Kiefer is a Professor of Musical Instrument Design at the University of Sussex's School of Media, Arts and Humanities. His work bridges music technology, computer science, and arts, focusing on musician-computer interaction, physical computing, and machine learning. He leads projects such as the AHRC-funded 'Musically Embodied Machine Learning' and co-ran the 'Feedback Musicianship Network.' His research involves developing innovative instruments like the Nalima and Feedback Cello, emphasizing participatory design and dynamical systems analysis. Key research areas include feedback musicianship, livecoding, embedded AI for musical interfaces, and ecoacoustics. He has secured multiple grants, including from AHRC and NERC, and collaborates internationally in conferences like NIME and Sound and Music Computing. His work spans signal processing, tangible interfaces, and interdisciplinary performance systems, with a focus on embodied AI and sustainable technological practices. Grants: AHRC Fellowship (2024-2025), Musically Embodied Machine Learning; AHRC Feedback Musicianship Network (2021-2022) Notable Instruments: Nalima, Feedback Cello, uSEQ Eurorack module Key Publications: Focus on livecoding tools, feedback systems, robot music theatre, and embedded machine learning architectures His labs and collaborations emphasize merging computational creativity with traditional musical practices, fostering innovation in both academic and artistic domains.

Tom Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Stage Management
• Theatre Technology
• Generative AI Applications
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tom Zhang is a Lecturer in Stage Management at the School of Theatre & Dance, University of Florida. His research focuses on integrating databases and generative AI into stage management practices. He holds an MFA in Stage Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Education: MFA in Stage Management, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Research Interests: Exploring how AI and database systems can enhance stage management workflows, particularly in musicals and operas. He emphasizes technology-driven solutions for production management. Awards: Herbert D. Greggs Honor Award (2025) for his article on AI futures in theatre. Projects: Advised on productions like Threepenny Opera and Take Flight . Designed projections for collaborative works with the Pérez Arts Museum Miami. Active in USITT conferences, chairing panels on AI & Stage Management. Labs/Teams: Developing tools like 'Union Rulebook GPT' and 'Blocking Transcriber GPT' to streamline production processes.

Vanessa Beylandمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Theatre
• Dance
• Musical Theatre
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vanessa Beyland is a Lecturer in the Department of Theatre at the University of Southern Maine (USM), affiliated with the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Since 2005, she has taught and choreographed ballet, tap, jazz, and musical theatre, contributing to over 30 productions. Her work spans academic, professional, and community theatre, with notable roles as Assistant Director for Opera Maine and director of Portland Youth Dance II at Casco Bay Movers. Education: BFA in Dance from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts (New York City). She has performed with Portland Ballet Company (2002–2011), Dramatic Repertory Company, Maine State Music Theater, and many others. Her choreography highlights include Little Women (USM, 2025), Rigoletto (Opera Maine), and over 20 high school/community theatre productions like Matilda and Shrek The Musical . Research interests focus on integrating dance with musical theatre, historical performance techniques, and collaborative stagecraft. Her choreography emphasizes storytelling through movement and cross-genre adaptations. Recent works (2025) include operatic productions and contemporary musicals, showcasing her versatility in both classical and modern theatre forms. Professional highlights include 20 years of choreography, teaching, and artistic direction. She maintains dual affiliations with USM and Portland School of Ballet, fostering youth dance programs. Current projects include the 2025 summer production of Sweeney Todd and ongoing collaborations with regional theaters.

Solveig Kringlebotnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Opera
• Vocal Performance
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Solveig Kringlebotn is a Professor of Singing at the Academy of Opera within the Oslo National Academy of the Arts and holds a part-time professorship at the Barratt Due Institute of Music. Her academic roles are complemented by a distinguished international performing career spanning major opera stages globally. She holds a permanent 50% academic position since 2018, transitioning to her current professorship in 2019. Education: She trained at the Stockholm Academy of Opera. Career Highlights: International breakthrough roles include Fiordiligi in Cosi fan tutte at the Salzburg Festival and the 1991 premiere of Lutosławski’s Chantefables et Chantefleurs at London’s Royal Albert Hall. She remains active performing in venues like Paris’ Philharmonie and as Carlotta in Norway’s Phantom of the Opera production. Research Focus: Explores Wagnerian vocal landscapes, sustainable performing arts practices, and pedagogical innovations. Recent work includes studies on masterclasses’ relevance, youth vocal development, and cultural entrepreneurship through concert production analysis. Awards: Knight 1st Class of the Order of St Olav (2004), Critics’ Award for La Bohème (Norwegian Opera), and prestigious honors like the Lindeman Prize and Spellemann Award. She has also contributed to TV mentorship programs such as Stjernekamp. Teaching & Mentorship: Known for nurturing Norway’s leading singers, emphasizing technical mastery and artistic expression. Collaborates frequently with Nils Harald Sødal and Benedikte Sofie Ribe on interdisciplinary projects addressing mental health and sustainability in the arts.

Ansgar Weignerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stage Design
• Operatic Performance
• Theater Arts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Ansgar Weigner is a Professor in the Department of Szenische Gestaltung at the University of the Arts Bremen. His work focuses on stage design and operatic projects, integrating interdisciplinary approaches to performance arts. He currently teaches core courses like Szenische Darstellung (Grundkurs) and oversees operatic productions. Recent activities include organizing major events such as the Fête de la Musique 2025 open day and a Kick-Off production concert at the University Gallery (July 17, 2025). These events highlight his commitment to public engagement and collaborative artistic ventures. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His professional narrative emphasizes teaching, operatic project leadership, and institutional event coordination.

Christopher Shorrمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Playwriting
• Stage Directing
• Theatre Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Shorr is an Associate Professor of Theater Arts at Moravian University, where he directs the Theatre Program and serves as Artistic Director of the Moravian University Theatre Company. He teaches courses in Public Speaking, Art of Theatre, and Playwriting. Previously, he was the founding artistic director of Sycamore Rouge in Virginia and an Ensemble Associate with Touchstone Theatre in Pennsylvania. His work spans stage directing, playwriting, and design, with performances across the U.S. and internationally in Romania, Hungary, Italy, and the Czech Republic. Shorr holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts from Drew University and an M.F.A. in Stage Directing from Virginia Commonwealth University. His research focuses on creating new theatre pieces and reimagining classic texts to provoke critical engagement and community dialogue. Notable works include The Pan Show series, Faust in France , and Bhudoo , which toured Europe. He has also collaborated extensively with Touchstone Theatre on projects like Journey from the East and Dear Tamaqua—In a New Light . His awards include the Bethlehem Press's 'Best Original Play of the Year' for The Pan Show series. Shorr emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and community-focused theatre, aiming to bridge campus and local Bethlehem audiences through transformative performances.

James MacMillanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Orchestral Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Choral Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sir James MacMillan is a renowned Scottish composer and conductor, currently serving as a Visiting Professor. He studied music at Edinburgh University and completed doctoral studies in composition at Durham University under John Casken. His career includes roles as Artistic Director of the Philharmonia Orchestra’s Music of Today series, Composer/Conductor with the BBC Philharmonic (2000–2009), and Principal Guest Conductor of the Netherlands Radio Chamber Philharmonic (2010). His major works include Tryst (1990), which launched his international career; the percussion concerto Veni, Veni, Emmanuel (1992); and Seven Last Words from the Cross (1994). Notable operas include Inés de Castro (1996) and Clemency (2014). Recent works include Symphony No.4 (2015) and concertos for violinist Vadim Repin, pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet, and others. MacMillan’s music has been featured at major festivals such as the Edinburgh Festival, South Bank’s Raising Sparks , and the Grafenegg Festival. He has received prestigious awards including the CBE (2004) and a knighthood (2015). His recordings, including Veni, Veni, Emmanuel and Symphony No.3: ‘Silence’ , have won multiple accolades. Education: BMus, Edinburgh University Doctoral Studies in Composition, Durham University (advisor: John Casken) His research interests focus on contemporary orchestral composition , sacred music , percussion writing , and the intersection of music with dramatic narrative . He launched the Cumnock Tryst Festival in his hometown in 2014.

Dai Fujikuraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Contemporary Classical Music
• Opera
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Dai Fujikura is a renowned Japanese-British composer and Professor of Composition at the Royal College of Music (RCM), holding dual roles as a Doctoral Supervisor and academic staff member. Born in Osaka (1977), he moved to London at 15, studying at Trinity College of Music, RCM under Edwin Roxburgh, and King’s College London with George Benjamin. His work bridges contemporary classical traditions with Japanese cultural elements, earning global acclaim through prestigious awards like the Royal Philharmonic Society’s Composition Prize (2004) and Venice Biennale’s Silver Lion (2023). Research & Collaborations: Fujikura’s research focuses on orchestral innovation, opera composition, and integrating traditional Japanese instruments (e.g., koto, shakuhachi) with Western ensembles. Notable collaborations include works with Ryuichi Sakamoto, David Sylvian, and director Toshiki Okada on Metamorphosis of a Living Room . His operas ( A Dream of Armageddon , SOLARIS ) blend sci-fi narratives with complex orchestration. Commissions & Performances: Recent works include the 2026 opera The Great Wave (New National Theatre Tokyo) and 2025’s Double Concerto for Flute, Violin, and Orchestra . He frequently collaborates with ensembles like Ensemble Intercontemporain, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, and the Tokyo Philharmonic. His Longing from afar (2020) redefined pandemic-era tele-performance through its open-score design. Awards & Leadership: Artistic Director of Tokyo’s Born Creative Festival since 2017, Fujikura also curates La Folle Journée concerts. His discography includes NMC, Kairos, and his own Minabel Records. Over 150 works span orchestral, chamber, and operatic genres, emphasizing cross-cultural and technological innovation.

zavé martohardjonoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Contemporary Art
• Performance Art
• Anti-Colonial Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zavé Martohardjono is an Adjunct Professor at The Cooper Union's Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture, specializing in multidisciplinary art that merges performance, film, and installation. Their work interrogates anti-colonial histories, bodily politics, and liberatory futures through practices like Liminal Bodies workshops and projects such as asmr4apocalypse . Holding an MFA from CUNY City College and a Brown University BA in Political Economy, zavé's research integrates dance, ritual, and political education to challenge assimilationist norms. Key projects include asmr4apocalypse (a sound installation critiquing institutional collapse), TERRITORY (exploring colonial borders), and autogeography (reimagining Balinese myth in gentrified Brooklyn). They've exhibited globally at venues like Storm King Art Center, El Museo del Barrio, and the Kennedy Center. Awards include a 2022 Bessie nomination for performance work. Zavé's residencies span institutions like the Center for Experimental Ethnography (UPenn) and Movement Research. Their pedagogical focus includes workshops for marginalized communities, emphasizing healing through movement and political dialogue. Current projects explore geological time and decolonizing futurism via soundscapes and participatory rituals.

Aaron Chvatalمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

• Theater Costume Design
• Operatic Costume Design
• BIPOC Cultural Representation in Theater
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aaron Chvatal is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theater and Costume Director at Whitman College. He holds an MFA in Costume Design and Technology from the University of Missouri–Kansas City and a BA in Theatre from Hamline University. His career spans over a decade of national costume design work across theater, opera, and dance. Chvatal specializes in designing for productions emphasizing BIPOC perspectives, collaborating with companies like Penumbra Theatre Company, Theater Mu, and History Theatre. His notable credits include world-premiere operas Mayo and Falling Angel , six seasons as Resident Costume Designer for Opera on the James, and roles at the Castleton Opera Festival and Seagle Festival. Research interests focus on costume design's role in cultural storytelling, particularly amplifying underrepresented narratives. He has maintained active professional affiliations with major institutions including Minnesota Opera's Project Opera and the University of Kentucky, where he served as Resident Costume Designer prior to joining Whitman. Advising and grants: No specific advising roles or grant details noted in available texts. Professional experience emphasizes collaborative design projects across educational and commercial theaters. Current position integrates teaching with practical costume design mentorship for Whitman's theater programs. Labs/teams: Affiliated with Harper Joy Theatre facilities at Whitman College, contributing to costume design for campus productions.

Helena Daffernمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Voice Science
• Acoustics
• Music Technology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Helena Daffern is a Professor in Music Technology at the University of York, specifically within the School of Physics, Engineering and Technology. Her expertise spans singing voice analysis, vocal pedagogy, choral practices, and voice synthesis, with a focus on voice science and acoustics. She has led initiatives like the York Centre for Singing Science and the York Audio Network to foster cross-disciplinary research. A trained BBC expert, she has appeared on programs such as BBC Breakfast and Click for the World Service. Helena also maintains an active professional singing career as a soloist and ensemble member with groups like Opera Holland Park and Yorkshire Baroque Soloists, alongside recording work for Warner Music UK and Oxford University Press. Education: PhD in Music Technology (University of York, 2008) MA in Singing Performance (University of York) BA (Hons) in an unspecified field Postgraduate training at Trinity College of Music Her research emphasizes the acoustic properties of classical singing techniques, vocal health, and the application of technology in music. By bridging engineering and music, she explores how acoustic spaces and digital tools influence performance and well-being. Recent work includes virtual reality choir interventions for elderly care and the impact of vocal vibrato across genres. She advocates for gender equality in music production and has collaborated on infant vocalization apps like BabblePlay. Scientific Awards: None explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While no formal advisees or grant details are listed, Helena leads major research projects such as the York Centre for Singing Science and York Audio Network, which likely involve institutional and collaborative funding. Her work with the BBC Maida Vale Recording Studios and the WHO-Lancet Global Series suggests partnerships with external organizations. Labs and Teams: She runs the York Centre for Singing Science and the York Audio Network, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration in voice research and audio technology. These platforms support her exploration of acoustic environments, immersive music performance, and health-related musical interventions.

Kjersten Lester-Moratzkaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Costume Design
• Theater Production
• Operatic Costume
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kjersten Lester-Moratzka serves as Assistant Dean of Costume Technology in the School of Design and Production at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA). She previously held the rank of Associate Professor of Costume Technology at Ohio University. Her professional career spans over two decades, including roles such as Principal Draper at the Santa Fe Opera since 2004 and freelance work with prestigious institutions like The Metropolitan Opera and Broadway. She collaborates regularly with internationally recognized designers (e.g., Leslie Travers, Tobias Hoheisel) and opera singers (e.g., Susanna Phillips, Natalie Dessay). Education: M.F.A. Costume Technology, UNC School of the Arts B.A. History (Art Minor), Framingham State College Her teaching philosophy emphasizes a modern apprenticeship model, prioritizing hands-on learning and leadership development in production environments. She focuses on preparing students for professional careers by integrating collaborative teamwork and real-world production challenges. Awards: 2021 UNCSA Excellence in Teaching Award Advising & Professional Networks: Known for nurturing student leadership roles within productions. Maintains connections with industry leaders through her freelance work and institutional collaborations. No specific grants or labs are explicitly listed, but her professional engagements reflect extensive industry involvement.

Adam Dudekمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Intermedia Art
• Multimedia Installations
• Performance Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam Dudek is an intermedia artist, graphic designer, and lecturer at the Faculty of Media Arts, Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. He holds a habilitation in fine arts and specializes in interdisciplinary projects blending video, sound, and performance. His research focuses on the human body’s expression in art, particularly within opera and multimedia installations. Key works include Apocalypse (2021), The Magic Mountain, or Pathological Opera (2018), and his long-term role designing the visual identity for the Warsaw Autumn Festival since 2013. Education: Studied visual communication at the Katowice Faculty of Graphic Arts (Kraków Academy of Fine Arts), earned his doctorate and habilitation at Warsaw’s Academy of Fine Arts. Research interests span intermedia synthesis, opera’s gesamtkunstwerk, and the body’s performative role in art. Collaborations include working with composers (e.g., Aleksander Nowak, Tadeusz Wielecki), choreographers, and institutions like the Fryderyk Chopin Museum and Baltic Opera. Awards: Minister of Culture Scholarship (2012), ZAiKS Fund Scholarships (2020, 2021). His works have been showcased globally at venues such as Musikverein Wien, Münchner Künstlerhaus, and festivals like Singfest Nova Civitas. Teaching: Leads workshops on spatiotemporal manipulation and visual structures at Warsaw’s Academy of Fine Arts and the Polish-Japanese Academy of Information Technology. Engages in academic conferences and guest lectures at institutions like Fryderyk Chopin University of Music. Current projects emphasize experimental opera, multimedia installations, and cultural branding, reflecting his commitment to bridging artistic disciplines and public engagement.