Tara Lee, former ballerina at the Atlanta Ballet and choreographer at Terminus Modern Ballet Theatre.

TheatrePeople (#34) - Tara Lee | Theatre Avenue

Pat Santanello, leader in the Educational Theatre Association from Dublin, Ohio.

TheatrePeople (#33) - Pat Santanello | Theatre Avenue

Producer and choreographer of Savannah Ballet's one-act Jack the Ripper performance, Armando Luna.

TheatrePeople (#32) - Armando Luna | Theatre Avenue


Ray Palasz, theatre teacher and director at Munster High School in Indiana

TheatrePeople (#31) - Ray Palasz | Theatre Avenue

Lori Lum, a theatre teacher and director in San Diego, California.

TheatrePeople (#30) - Lori Lum | Theatre Avenue

Esther Newell, theatre director and teacher in Jackson, Mississippi

TheatrePeople (#29) - Esther Newell | Theatre Avenue


Barb Hilt, theatre teacher and drama director

TheatrePeople (#28) - Barb Hilt | Theatre Avenue

Carolyn Lewton, middle school theatre teacher and director in Parker, Colorado

TheatrePeople (#27) - Carolyn Lewton | Theatre Avenue

Curtis Barber, theatre director and educator in Texas.

TheatrePeople (#26) - Curtis Barber | Theatre Avenue


Joel Smith, drama teacher and theatre director in Fort Collins, Colorado

TheatrePeople (#25) - Joel Smith | Theatre Avenue

Adam Michael Rose, theatre dialect coach on Mary Poppins, Newsies and The 39 Steps

TheatrePeople (#24) - Adam Michael Rose | Theatre Avenue

Discover the inspiring story of dialect coach and actor Adam Michael Rose, known for his work on Game of Thrones, Mary Poppins, and Newsies.

Jen Finalyson, theatre teacher and Georgia Thespian Board Member

TheatrePeople (#23) - Jennifer Finlayson | Theatre Avenue

Meet Jennifer Finlayson, Atlanta theatre teacher and proud Georgia Thespian Board member, in this week’s inspiring Theatre Ave feature.


Erick Weeks, theatre teacher and director in Mississippi

TheatrePeople (#22) - Erick Weeks | Theatre Avenue

Meet Erick Weeks, Mississippi theatre director and arts advocate, in this week’s inspiring Theatre Avenue feature.

Matt Holl, theater designer, director, teacher, actor and beyond.

TheatrePeople (#21) - Matt Holl | Theatre Avenue

Meet Matt Holl, Mississippi theatre director and designer, as he shares his passion for Shakespeare, storytelling, and why theatre is truly for life.

 

Katie Cross, theater teacher and director in Houston, Texas.

TheatrePeople (#20) - Katie Cross | Theatre Avenue

Discover the inspiring journey of Katie Cross, head theatre director at Mayde Creek High School in Houston, Texas.


Chris Freeman, theatre teacher, actor, and producer

TheatrePeople (#19) - Chris Freeman | Theatre Avenue

Meet Chris Freeman, Tennessee community theatre director and storyteller whose passion for musicals and education has inspired audiences and students alike.

Jennifer Vincent, theatre artist and teacher

TheatrePeople (#18) - Jenn Vincent | Theatre Avenue

Meet Jenn Vincent, scenic and costume designer, digital art teacher, and lifelong creative from Redlands, California.

Theatre People (#17) - David Peterson | Theatre Avenue

Theatre People (#17) - David Peterson | Theatre Avenue

Meet David Peterson, Colorado theatre teacher and director, as he reflects on the beauty of storytelling, empathy, and understanding through the art of theatre.


Maggie McNeilly, ballet artist at Hudson Valley Dance Center of Warwick

Theatre People (#16) - Maggie McNeilly | Theatre Avenue

In this Theatre Ave interview, Maggie reflects on a lifetime in classical ballet—from performing with the Garden State Ballet to directing The Nutcracker.

Dancer, actor, choreographer and teacher Brian Curl

TheatrePeople (#15) - Brian Curl | Theatre Avenue

Meet Brian Curl, actor, choreographer, and national teaching artist, as he shares why theatre isn’t just entertainment—it’s a masterclass in empathy, storytelling, and learning. 

 

Ballet producer and artist Abby McCuen

TheatrePeople (#14) - Abby McCuen | Theatre Avenue

Meet Abby McCuen, producer, educator, and creative force behind Savannah Ballet Theatre.


TJ Tekurio, ballet director, company manager and dance performer

TheatrePeople (#13) - TJ Tekurio | Theatre Avenue

Dancer, director, and podcaster TJ Tekurio on creativity, movement, and why theatre is the ultimate space for imagining the impossible.

Avery McGee, ballerina and choreographer, formerly of Savannah Ballet Theatre

TheatrePeople (#12) - Avery McGee | Theatre Avenue

Jerald Bolden, theatre teacher, artist and performer

Theatre People (#11) - Jerald Bolden | Theatre Avenue

Musical theatre performer and choreographer Jerald Bolden of Sacramento shares how theatre teaches us to learn, connect, and communicate with empathy.


Beth Auble, theatre teacher and leader in Vanderbilt, Texas

TheatrePeople (#10) - Beth Auble | Theatre Avenue

Meet Beth Auble, a Texas theatre teacher and leader, as she reflects on creativity, courage, and why theatre is for the creators.

Tara Taylor, Educational Specialist for Theatre and Dance

TheatrePeople (#9) - Tara Taylor | Theatre Avenue

Virginia theatre educator Tara Taylor shares how storytelling connects us, why access matters, and why theatre should be for all students.

Richard Frazier, artistic director at Theatre Macon

Theatre People (#8) - Richard Frazier | Theatre Avenue

Theatre educator and director Richard Frazier of Theatre Macon believes representation matters. Read his insights on storytelling and the power of theatre.


Tim McDonald, playwright of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka and James and the Giant Peach.

TheatrePeople (#7) - Tim McDonald | Theatre Avenue

Playwright and educator Tim McDonald (Willy Wonka, James and the Giant Peach) shares how theatre gives every “ugly duckling” the courage to find their wings.

Erin Carr, teaching artist on movement design, theatre director, actor

TheatrePeople (#6) - Erin Carr | Theatre Avenue

Meet Cincinnati actor and teaching artist Erin Carr, whose work in physical theatre and activism champions the untold stories and unsung heroes of our world.

Brittany Blaire Andersen, theatre educator and singer, songwriter and performer.

TheatrePeople (#5) - Brittany Blaire Andersen | Theatre Avenue

Theatre teacher and performer Brittany Blaire Andersen shares her love of connection, creativity, and community through the arts.


Gai Jones, national theatre educator and workshop presenter.

TheatrePeople (#4) - Gai Jones | Theatre Avenue

Meet theatre educator Gai Jones, whose passion for creativity, collaboration, and perseverance has inspired generations of artists.

Doug Berlon, theatre educator, actor and enthusiast with his wife.

TheatrePeople (#3) - Doug Berlon | Theatre Avenue

Meet actor and educator Doug Berlon, whose love for theatre celebrates presence, passion, and the unforgettable experiences of storytelling.

Shannon Lowery, professional ballet and modern dancer from Savannah, Georgia.

TheatrePeople (#2) - Shannon Lowery

Meet dancer Shannon Lowery, who shares how ballet and theatre help her express emotion, strength, and story—without saying a word.


K'Lynn Childress, high school theatre director at Jersey Village in Houston, Texas

TheatrePeople (#1) - K'Lynn Childress

Meet Houston theatre teacher K’Lynn Childress, whose passion for storytelling helps students see the world through new eyes.