Philosophy & Practice

My goal is to ignite a lifelong love for the performing arts while nurturing students' passions and talents, developing skills that can lead to success not only in artistic careers but also in any path they choose to pursue.

Combing decades of professional practice with boundless creativity, I'm driven by a deep belief in the power of individual expression. I strive to inspire and empower my students to uncover and fully realize their true potential.

I've had the privilege to mentor a diverse range of students – from high school beginners to college majors and seasoned arts professionals.

Photo: The Shape of Things, Adelphi University

Notable Student Productions & Courses

Select productions directed:

  • Avenue Q, Manhattan College
  • Inherit the Wind, Manhattan College
  • Rumors, American Academy of Dramatic Arts
  • The Shape of Things, Adelphi University
  • Twelfth Night, Kempner High School
  • Tartuffe, Kempner High School
  • Little Shop of Horrors, Kempner High School
  • Noises Off, Kempner High School
  • Dancing at Lughnasa, Kempner High School

Courses taught:

  • Intro to Theatre
  • Acting Technique
  • Scene Study
  • Advanced Acting
  • Directing
  • Theatre History

Photo: Inherit the Wind, Manhattan College

Training

  • M.F.A., DePaul University, The Theatre School, Chicago, IL 

  • B.F.A., Adelphi University, Department of Theatre, Acting, Honors Grad, Garden City, NY 

  • Secondary Teaching Certification, The University of Texas at Austin– Theatre Art

Teaching & directing history

  • Manhattan College - Lead Theatre Program
  • Professional Performing Arts School  - Acting teacher
  • American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Guest Director
  • Adelphi University - Guest Director
  • Kempner High School - Head of Theatre Program

Photo: Rumors, American Academy of Dramatic Arts