1. Kirsten Upchurch EMC CANDIDATE
EDUCATION
Alexander Technique of Cincinnati.
Alexander Teacher Certification Training. completed 1 yr, Certification in process.
with Vivien Singer Schapera, Neil Schapera
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
Master of Fine Arts Theatre Performance, May 2005
With Jean-Louis Baldet (Theory & Genre), Bridget Connors (Voice, Speech,
Shakespeare), David R. Mann (acting), Meade Andrews (Movement), and Den
Kopani (Thesis studies).
Judith Shakespeare Company @ Colin County Community College, Plano TX,
Certification of Achievement in Shakespeare Performance, July 2002.
With Joann Zipay.
Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theatre Performance May 2002
With Be Boyd (Acting, Shakespeare), Peggy Loft (Voice & Speech), George Brown
(Directing, Stage Combat, Acting in Period Styles), Beth Bontley (Acting)
Special Workshops:
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Adjunct Professor of Theatre, Acting 2
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
Fall 2010- Spring 2011
Patsy Rodenberg
Pamela Chabora
Vivian Majkowski
Pamela Chabora
Don Williams
Lenard Petit
Saben Epstein
Benny Sato-Ambush
Frank Berry
«Speaking Shakespeare»
«Introduction to Alba Emoting»
«Introduction to Fitzmaurice»
«Communion in Stansilavsky»
«Stella Adler Introduction»
«Checkhov Movement»
«Style Analysis Master Class»
«Audition Master Class»
«Shakespeare Workshop»
March 2011
March 2011
March 2011
March 2011
March 2011
February 2011
October 2003
February 2003
January 2000
Phone: (954) 304-5329 WEBSITE: www.linkedin.com/in/kirstenupchurch
Email: kirstenupchurch@gmail.com

2. Undergraduate course in characterization and scene analysis with a basis in
Stanislavsky, Adler, and Hagen. Intended to introduce students to acting techniques,
further explore the acting instrument, and continue to develop authentic
performances.
Adjunct Professor of Theatre, Acting 1
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
Spring 2011
Undergraduate majors & non-majors workshop style class exploring the acting
instrument understanding observations, using the techniques Stanislavsky, Adler,
Hagen. This course is intended to expand the student's understanding of the human
being, relationships, and give them a new perspective from which to express honesty in
performance.
Adjunct Professor of Theatre, Theatre Appreciation
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
Fall 2010
Undergraduate Appreciation course with studies focusing on answering questions:
What is theatre? Why is theatre relevant? Society and its expression in styles and
genres of theatre.
Director of Drama- Founding and Developmental Teaching program
Artistic Soul Studios
October 2008-June 2011
Taught Children Ages 4-16 skills in onstage Acting, Improvisation, Musical Theatre,
scene/script analysis, pantomime, dramatic play
Substitute Teacher- PreK-8
St. Mark’s Episcopal Schools, Oakland Park FL
Fall 2008-Spring 2011
Taught ages 4-13 in subject areas: English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Music,
Reading, Language Arts, Spanish. Utilized theatre background to enhance lesson
plans.
Dialect Coach- British & German
Olympic Heights High School Boca Raton, FL.
Fall 2009
Taught High School students British and German Dialects with introduction to the
International Phonetic Alphabet.
Adjunct Professor of Theatre, Acting 1
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
Spring 2004- Fall 2004
Taught undergraduates Acting Skills in Stanislavsky actions and tactics, explored
scene analysis through Stella Adler technique, Introduction to Movement and Voice
work for an actor.
Graduate Teaching Assistant- Department of Theatre
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
Spring 2003-Spring 2005

3. Movement for the Actor- Character development- taught students utilizing
principles in Alexander Technique and Chekhov to explore physical expression
and discover the psychophysical relationship of movement and character
development.
Voice for the Actor- Taught progression of Kristen Link later technique,
through warm-up exercises and discussion.
Speech for the Actor- Taught International Phonetic Alphabet, dialects in
British & Irish
Theatre Appreciation- Assisted with lecture demonstrations
Appreciation of Dance- Assistant taught class on Isadora Duncan
Theory & Genre- Presented lecture on Restoration Drama and Comedy.
WORKSHOPS & PRESENTATIONS
Upchurch, K. (October 2008) “Introduction to Acting & Auditioning.” St. Mark’s
Episcopal Middle Schools Oakland Park, FL. 3 day workshop incorporating general
acting skills to grade levels 3-8 for the specific purpose of improving audition skills in a
fun, safe environment. Special emphasis was given to commitment to actions and
memorization and authenticity.
Upchurch, K. (January 2007) “Acting Techniques for the Doctor’s Office” Workshop given to
Eyecare Porfessionals at Professional VisionCare, Inc. in Westerville, OH. Focusing on
using Acting Techniques based in Stanislavsky theory to increase business practice
goals and continue to be present in repetitive interactions and dialogues.
Upchurch, K. (October 2006) “Shakespeare Workshop: Clarity in Text and Thought”
Workshop given for acting company of Rosebriar Shakespeare Co., Columbus OH.
Focus on Shakespeare’s text utilizing analysis and vocal technique to enhance the
communication of thought behind Shakespeare.
Upchurch, K. (February 2003) “Period Styles in Movement” Department of Theatre,
Florida Atlantic University workshop exploring the physical limitations and
consequent physical restrictions on movement as a means to enhancing character
development.
PUBLICATIONS
Upchurch, K. (2011-Present) “Kairossage” http://our-newark.org/kairosage/ Internet
blog with articles relating to acting technique and theory, personal professional
experience and advice.

4. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
A C T I N G
Lina Lamont Singing In The Rain Weathervane Playhouse
Shawna DuChamps Coyote On A Fence The Alliance Theatre Lab
Olga Knipper I Take Your Hand In Mine The Edge Theatre
Kitty Silent Heroes Women’s Theatre Project
Titania Midsummer Night’s Dream Weathervane Playhouse
Jo March Little Women Bread & Circus Theatre
Kathryn Taming of the Shrew Rosebriar Shakespeare Co
Witch1/LadyMacDuff/Young Siward/
Murderer 1/Msngr
MacBeth Rosebriar Shakespeare Co
MarilynMonroe FinalHoursof NormaJean TheEdgeTheatre
3Women BoysNextDoor Palm BeachDramaWorks
Cassandra Cassandra The Edge Theatre
Juliet Shakespeare 2 HampsteadPlayers
Hamlet, King Henry Shakespeare 1 Hampstead Players
Ursula Much AdoAboutNothing FloridaAtlanticUniveristy
PennySycamore YouCan't Takeit WithYou FAUSummerRepertory
Jackie Corryton HayFever FAUSummerRepertory
Elizabeth Courtship&Valentine’sDay FloridaAtlanticUniversity
LadyFidget The CountryWife FloridaAtlanticUniversity
Marjorie Extremities TexasChristianUniversity
V O I C E O V E R / T. V. / F I L M
Preshow Announcer A Flea in Her Ear Weathervane Playhouse
Preshow Announcer Flashdance National Tour 2015-16 Touring Theatre Associates
Preshow Announcer Jekyll & Hyde National Tour 2014-15 Touring Theatre Associates
Radio Voice, Telephone Voice Dial “M” for Murder Weathervane Playhouse
Lina Lamont Singing In The Rain Weathervane Playhouse
Esther GentlemenPreferIdiots CentauroCommunications
VariousVoices LaLuna CentauroCommunications
Juliet Shakespeare :Romeo&Juliet HorizonProductionCo.
Portia Shakespeare:Julius Ceasar HorizonProductionCo.

5. S TA G E M A N A G E M E N T
Production Stage
Manager
2016 Season : A Flea In
Her Ear, The Music Man,
Baskerville, Spelling Bee
2016 Season
Weathervane
Playhouse
Adam Karsten
Production Stage
Manager
Flashdance the Musical 2015-16 National Tour Paul Stancato
Production Stage
Manager
Jekyll & Hyde 2014-15 National Tour Paul Stancato
Production
Assistant
Let Go 2012
Aventura Arts &
Cultural Center
Mandy Patinkin/
Eric Cornwell
Assistant
Production
Manager/ Stage
Manager
FAU Student Series 2009-2011
Carole & Barry
Kaye Auditorium
Randale Nunley
Stage Manager Palm Beach Pops 2009-2011
Carole & Barry
Kaye Auditorium
Randale Nunley
Stage Manager
Meg Segretto’s Dance
Recital
2011 Parker Playhouse Meg Segretto
PSM Edith Piaf 2010
Aventura Arts &
Culture Center
Ballet Etoille
PSM Beauty & the Beast 2006
Lakes Region
Summer Theatre
Eric Nielson
PSM The King & I 2006
Lakes Region
Summer Theatre
Richard Wilson
PSM Big River 2001
Lakes Region
Summer Theatre
David Ramsey
S TA G E D I R E C T I O N & C O A C H I N G
Dialect Coach
Flashdance The Musical National
Tour & NewZealand 2015-16
Theatre Touring Associates
Dialect Coach
Jekyll & Hyde National Tour
2014-15
Theatre Touring Associates
Director Grease Jr
Weathervane Young Artist Repertory
Theatre
Director Merry Wives of Windsor Abridged, Rosebriar Shakespeare Theatre
Director Much Ado About Nothing, Rosebriar Shakespeare Theatre

6. G E N E R A L M A N A G E M E N T & A D M I N I S T R AT I O N
Production
Manager
Jekyll & Hyde 2016 Adam Karsten
Manage Technical aspects,
handle communications
between depts, manage
Apprentice program &
Scheduling, Oversee
budgets.
Production
Manager
Weathervane
Playhouse
2013-2015 Adam Karsten
Manage Technical aspects,
handle communications
between depts, manage
Apprentice program &
Scheduling, Manage
budgets.
Assistant
Production
Manager
Carole & Barry
Kaye
Auditorium
2009-2011 Randale Nunley
Train & Manage Student
Staff, Assist with
scheduling, maintenance,
and reports. Customer
Service. Spotlight operator,
Stage Manager, A1/A2,
Light Board Op
Company
Manager
Weathervane
Playhouse
2011 Brice Corder
Manage Schedules, housing
and employee relations.
General
Manager
Weathervane
Playhouse
2008 & 2009
Matthew J
Trombetta
Finance & Payroll, House
Manager,
Marketing,Project
Manager, Public Relations
Assistant & Event
Coordinator,
Interrim
Artistic
Director
Rosebriar
Shakespeare Co.
2007-2008 Neils Hansen
Organize, produce, direct
productions, hire directors
actors & technicians, secure
performance space, manage
and plan season, assist with
marketing and fundraising.

7. E L E C T R I C S * S E L E C T E D
Master Electrician
Jesus Christ
Superstar
Weathervane Playhouse 2014
Jennifer Sansfacon,
LD
Master Electrician
Henry IV 1 & 2, and
Two Knoble Kinsmen
Cincinnati Shakespeare
Co
2014
Andrew Hungerford,
LD
Master Electrician Compulsion The Next Theatre 2013 Adam Liston, PM
Master Electrician Les Miserables Weathervane Playhouse 2013
Jennifer Sansfacon,
LD
Electrician/Light
Board Op
Palm Beach Pops Barry Kaye Auditorium 2008-11 Randale Nunley, TD
Light Board Op Florida Follies Parker Playhouse 2011 Tate Tenorio, TD
Electrician/Light
Board Op
Various Events Barry Kaye Auditorium 2010-11 Randale Nunley, TD
Electrician/Light
Board Op
Various Events
Aventura Arts and
Culture Center
2010-11 Kerry McCloskey, TD
S O U N D * S E L E C T E D
Sound Engineer Oklahoma! Weathervane Playhouse 2014 Adam Karsten, MAD
Assistant Sound Palm Beach Pops Barry Kaye Auditorium 2008-11 Sean Connelly
Sound Engineer Unplugged Series
Florida Atlantic
University
2010-11 Sean Connelly
Assistant Sound Various Events Parker Playhouse 2010-11 Craig Lozowick
Assistant Sound Various Events
Aventura Arts and
Culture Center
2011 Craig Lozowick
O T H E R T E C H N I C A L E X P E R I E N C E * S E L E C T E D
Swing Technician
Godspell National
Tour
National Tour 2013-14 Sean Sacco, TD
Carpenter,
Electrician,
Dresser
La Boheme, Carousel
Ash Lawn Opera
Company
2013
Henry Echeverria,
TD
Production
Assistant &
Wardrobe
Mandy Patinkin
Aventura Arts and
Culture Center
2012 Kerry McCloskey, TD
Deck Manager Sound of Music Weathervane Playhouse 2011 Brice Corder

8. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS, AWARDS, HONORS OTHER SKILLS
P R O F E S S I O N A L A F F I L I AT I O N S
A c t o r ’s E q u i t y C a n d i d a t e
Vo i c e a n d S p e e c h Te a c h e r s o f A m e r i c a
E d u c a t i o n a l A i d e S t a t e o f O h i o 2 0 1 1 - 1 2 C e r t i f i c a t i o n .
A WA R D S & H O N O R S
Irene Ryan Nomination for “Elizabeth” in Courtship & Valentine’s Day, Florida Atlantic University
Joshua Logan Fellowship Recipient, Florida Atlantic University
David J. Ball Memorial Prize for a Writing Portfolio, Texas Christian University 2002.
Irene Ryan Nomination for the role of Cora in The Rhimers of Eldritch, Quad C Theatre
O T H E R S K I L L S
Familiar with Consoles: Ion, ETC Express, Yamaha 42 CH MX4000, Allen & Heath 16 CH mixer, LS9
Drive Manual & Automatic transmissions, Crochet, Hand & Machine Stitch, Serge, Quick Change,
Proficient in: Windows, Mac OSX, Microsoft Office Suite, iWorks,
Dialect & Diction Coaching, Shakespeare, Voice Over,