Guest Artist; Educational Theatre Association
June 2012 – Present
*Travel to various conferences to provide advanced movement technique training
for junior high and high school levels
*Train teachers and other teaching professionals in advanced movement techniques
and appropriate ways to further instruct using these techniques
Physical Theatre Teacher; Cincinnati Actor’s Studio and Academy
July 2008 – Present; Cincinnati, OH
*Develop demanding syllabi to challenge and encourage creativity
*Introduce high school students to original movement and advanced physical acting techniques
Adjunct Theatre Professor; Miami University
August 2014 – 2017; Oxford, OH
*Introduce the art of acting for the non-theatre majors by focusing on the development of basic acting skills through improvisation and scene work
*Help students appreciate theatre, as future audience members, by engaging in a hands-on look at theatre production
Teaching Artist; Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
October 2014 – Present; Cincinnati, OH
*Prepare students for touring productions by integrating theatre exercises with themes of the show
*Develop and execute summer acting camps to create interest in all aspects of theatre
Teaching Artist; Pones, Inc
August 2016 – Present; Cincinnati, OH
*Introduce the art of movement & dance in a casual setting to assist with their creativity & healing
*Integrate social-emotional learning standards and the National Arts Standards into the curriculum for Pre-K through 6th
*Work in conjunction with Cincinnati Arts Association in the Arts Integration Journey program in Cincinnati Public Schools
Private Acting Coach; Cincinnati Music Academy & Cincinnati Academy of Performing Arts
August 2014 – Present; Cincinnati, OH
*Prepare high school level students for college auditions
*Work with students of all ages in a one-on-one setting to develop confidence and broaden their acting tools
Awards & Volunteer Experience
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2018 Grant Recipient from the National Endowment for the Arts in association with the Educational Theatre Association with their Model Curriculum Framework Initiative
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New York University’s President’s Award
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Awarded for outreach service and making a difference in the lives of others
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Administrative/Artistic Intern with Plays & Players, Winter/Spring 2012-
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Performed at the International Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland, Summer 2004
