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Kate R. — Mid-Level Theatre Director from Azerbaijan

Kate R.

Mid-Level Theatre Director

Azerbaijan 6+ years
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Kate V. R. is a distinguished educator and dramatic arts professional with an extensive career in theatre direction and arts education. She holds a Master of Fine Arts from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Illinois, with additional study in India's Film and Media Program. Kate's leadership at the International School of Azerbaijan as Head of Arts involved overseeing performing arts programs, directing productions like "The Miracle Worker" and "Shrek," and developing comprehensive acting curricula. She has led theatre ventures at the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts, and founded the Cane River Repertory Theatre, focusing on community engagement through productions such as "Cane River Women." Her tenure at the St. Croix Festival Theatre included managing a substantial budget and a large team, securing awards like the Outstanding Community Involvement Award. Her strong skills in curriculum development, acting instruction, and production management position her as a key figure in regional theatre education and production.

Experience

  • Head of Arts / Theatre Instructor / Director

    International School of Azerbaijan (TISA) · 2020 — 2024
    Managed all performing arts programs, curriculum, and productions. Directed various productions, including The Miracle Worker, Shrek, Moana, Oliver!, Grease, and Game of Tiaras. Created acting curriculum, improvisation workshops, and mainstage productions.

  • Head of Arts / Theatre Lead

    International School of Azerbaijan (TISA) · 2020 — 2024
    Directed and produced school productions while overseeing arts programming and curriculum development.

  • Director of Theatre

    Seven Hills School · 2011 — 2013
    Conducted courses in Acting I & II, Improvisation, Adaptation, Acting Workshop, Directing, Theatre Repertory, and Stage Craft. Managed the production and direction of two mainstage productions annually. Completed professional development in using camera in class.

  • Director of Theatre

    Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA) · 2006 — 2011
    Taught courses in Acting I (Stanislavski), Acting II (Shakespeare), Filmmaking, Stage Craft, Stage Production, and Theatre Repertory. Authored three original productions on local current and historical events. Coordinated special project trips to London and Ireland. Attended a workshop on Final Cut Pro at NOVAC.

  • Director of Education; Director of Cane River Players Theatre Camp

    Cane River Repertory Theatre · 2006 — 2011
    Produced various productions, including Cane River Women and multiple versions of A Christmas Carol. Led the Summer Musical Theatre Camp.

  • Producing Artistic Director & Founder

    Cane River Repertory Theatre · 2006 — 2011
    Founded the theatre, developed mission and business plans, managed budgets, and overseen fundraising efforts. Produced several stage works.

  • Director of Individual Giving, Direct Mail and Appeals, International Fundraising

    Landmine Survivors Network · 2004 — 2006
    Oversaw direct mail and appeals in the context of international fundraising.

  • Outreach Artist / Instructor: Voice, Acting

    Milwaukee Repertory Theatre · 2003 — 2003
    Provided instruction in voice and acting.

  • Instructor / Assistant to Education Director: Shakespeare

    Milwaukee Shakespeare Company · 2002 — 2003
    Supported the Education Director and facilitated Shakespeare workshops.

  • Lead Instructor: Improvisation, Acting, Movement, Stage Combat

    First Stage Theatre · 2003 — 2003
    Instructed students in improvisation, acting techniques, movement, and stage combat.

  • Assistant to Education Director, Instructor of Shakespeare Workshops

    Milwaukee Shakespeare Company · 2002 — 2003
    Supported education initiatives while instructing in Shakespeare workshops.

  • Education Director / Instructor

    St. Croix Festival Theatre · 1996 — 2002
    Produced performances, including A Christmas Carol and A Winter Wonderland. Taught courses such as Acting I & II, Stage Combat, Improvisation, Movement, Script Analysis, Shakespeare, and Auditioning.

  • Artistic/Managing Director

    St. Croix Festival Theatre · 1996 — 2002
    Managed a budget and led a team of employees and volunteers. Produced multiple productions and received various recognitions.

  • Guest Artist / Instructor: Script Analysis, Intermediate Scene Study

    University of Alabama · 1998 — 1998
    Delivered guest instruction in script analysis and intermediate scene study.

  • Guest Director & Instructor: Steel Magnolias, Acting, Improvisation, Stage Combat

    JH Rose Friends of the Theatre · 1997 — 1997
    Directed Steel Magnolias and provided instruction in acting, improvisation, and stage combat.

  • Lead Instructor: Musical Improvisation, Acting, Improvisation

    Idaho Theatre for Youth · 1994 — 1996
    Facilitated musical improvisation and acting classes.

Skills & Expertise

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Education

  • Teaching Certificate
    Moreland University · — — 2026
  • Master of Fine Arts
    George Washington University, The Shakespeare Theatre’s Academy of Classical Acting · — — 2004
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts
    University of Illinois, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts · — — 1994

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