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WENDY SAVER
Actor, Artist-Educator
(765) 748-8881 wendysaver@gmail.com
EDUCATION
University of Washington 1998 Professional Actor Training Program, Masterof Fine Arts
Miami University 1995 Bachelor of Fine Arts, Acting
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Ball State University 2003 - 2016 Associate Professor,Voice and Acting
2004 - 2010 Coordinator of Acting Option
Acting 1
A lecture-laboratory class focusing on the basic principles of acting in combination
with script analysis. 2004
Studio 2: Voice for the Actor I
This studio focuses on the body-mind interconnectedness required for efficient vocal
production.Introduced is an integration of fundamental vocal production techniques
inspired by Patsy Rodenburg, comprehensive text analysis,introduction to
International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and Eastern based physicalpractice (a
synthesis ofSuzuki training, slow tempo and Ki testing).2003-Present
Studio 4: Voice for the Actor II
This studio builds upon the training introduced in Studio 2,towards the heightened
text of Shakespeare. Students practice scansion,learning how the rhythmof the
language and rhetorical devices reveal character/given circumstances and inform
playable action. IPA is utilized to practice a non-regional dialect. 2003-Present
Singing Actor
This studio focuses on the study and performance of solo, duet,and small ensemble
works for musical theatre. Students learn how integrate principles introduced in
Acting 1, Acting 2, Basic Musicianship,Studio 2 (Voice for the Actor I), and private
voice lessons.2009-Present
Studio 7: Acting III
This studio focuses on 2-3 projects that explore: characters that require international
and national dialects (offering rehearsal techniques, ear training and written
components utilizing IPA); devised ensemble work (silent narratives and/orphysical
narratives interweaving text using the forms presented in Eastern based physical
practice learned in Studios 2 & 4); ethnographic monologues. 2003-Present
Shakespeare in Performance
This course focuses on understanding and analyzing Shakespeare’s plays for
production – how to glean pertinent information from the language. Designed to
address all areas of student focus:design,acting, dramaturgy, directing, stage
management, and playwriting – assignments are both creative and analytical. 2015-
Present
Acting: for Dancers
This studio focuses on how text connects to physicalaction, how varying rhythmic
patterns and spatial relationships reveal character; how to imaginatively create
character/point of view with a partner and within an ensemble; how to manage 1st, 2nd,
and 3rd energy circles (Patsy Rodenburg) in conjunction with 4 principles of Aikido.
2015 – Present
Studio 10: Audition Techniques and Repertory
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This studio focuses on skills necessary for selection, preparation, and presentation of
material appropriate for professional auditions.Topics may include: cold/prepared
readings, monologues, cattle calls, on-camera auditions,various contract specifics,
agents,managers, headshots,resumes,and union information. 2003-2005
Directed Study/HonorsProjects
Directed study of creative projects and artistic research. This includes solo
performance pieces, directing projects, and environmental/theatre for social change.
2003-Present
Advanced Practicum for Cold Reading
Taught in collaboration with Playwriting,students serve as actors for playwriting
projects, learning how to prepare for staged readings and engage in collaborative
discussions ofnew works. 2008-2010
Chicago Showcase/New York Showcase/Los Angeles Showcase Coach
Working with professionalcasting directors from Chicago, New York and Los
Angeles,students rehearse and perform showcase material presented in professional
venues.2003 – 2007, 2011- 2012, 2014
Wesleyan University 2001 - 2002 Visiting Assistant Professor, Voice and Acting
Acting I
Acting II
The Speaking Voice
University of Connecticut 2001 - 2002 Adjunct Faculty, Voice and Acting
Voice and Diction I
Voice and Diction II
Introduction to Acting I
Introduction to Acting II
Marymount Manhattan 2000 - 2001 Adjunct Faculty, Voice and Acting
Dialects for the Stage
Acting II
University of Washington 1997 – 1998 Acting Teacher, Graduate Teaching Assistant
Introduction to Theatre
Acting 1
SELECTED PROGRAM, CURRICULUM, COURSE DEVELOPMENT
Created Immersive Learning Course connected to department production of “Still Life with Iris.” This
project focused on: weekly collaboration between all members of the design,performance and
production teams; development and implementation of artistic designs and practices that are
sustainable/regenerative/green; a learning environment where studying artists can envision the theatre of
tomorrow; expansion of the artist’s mind towards a more global reach; exploration in how theatre can
encourage dialogue and action in a community; the artist defining how s/he will contribute to her/his
field and the industry; assessment of current practices in the Department of Theatre and Dance, and
articulation of ways in which we might be more efficient, create less waste, and integrate earth-friendly
choices when possible.This project was an interdisciplinary experiment involving Architecture,
Chemistry, and Natural Resources and Environmental Management Departments. Spring 2013
Created training lab integrated with curriculum where all levels of BFA majors (acting, dance, musical
theatre) and faculty members could work togetheron Eastern based physical practice (a synthesis of
Suzuki training, slow tempo, Ki testing and Rodenburg’s Circles of Energy). Spring 2011 – present
Coordinated opportunity for BFA actor to accompany me to South Africa and act in production of Alchemy
of Desire/Dead Man’s Blues for the Grahamstown National Arts Festival. This involved advising in
grant writing and the creation of two courses prior to travel. Summer 2012
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Developed and co-directed a field studies program to South Africa. This program involved creating an itinerary,
and two department courses prior to traveling with 12 acting/dance/musical theatre/theatre education
students to Pretoria, South Africa. Students participated in performance classes at Tshwane University
of Technology’s Arts Campus; attended professionalperformances in Johannesburg and Pretoria as well
as national museums and places of historical interest; and spent a full week in Kruger Park. Under the
supervision of the co-leaders, each student created an original creative work based on his/her experience
of this field study opportunity. Summer, 2010
Organized and coached professionalaudition/internship opportunities for performance students:
Patsy Rodenburg’s Heightened Language Workshops in New York, Michael Howard Studios
Conservatory Internships,Shakespeare and Company’s Internships, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland;
Guildhall School of Music and Drama Summer School, Berkshire Theatre Festival, Illinois Shakespeare
Festival, Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival, 2003-present
Worked with Department Chair to organize campus visit itineraries with guest artists:
Kevin Aselin (Fight Choreographer), Ray Chambers (Alabama Shakespeare Festival),Dr. Marié-
Heleen Coetzee (South Africa Zulu Stick Fighting Specialist and Director); Lindsay Crouse (Actress),
Erica Daniels (SteppenwolfTheatre), Jim DeVita (American Players Theatre), Joyce DeWitt (Actress),
Sutton Foster (Actress), Anthony Hagopian (Actor), Robyn Hunt and Steve Pearson (p3/east), Stephanie
Klapper (Klapper Casting),Dudley Knight (Voice Specialist),Dr. Marth Munro (South Africa
BodyMind Specialist); Nicholas Nkuna (South African former student), Josefdu Preez (South Africa
Director); Caridad Svich (Playwright), John Tovar (Fight Choreographer),and various alumni. 2003-
present
Faculty advisor and mentor for the student run group titled Busted Space (a theatre company which explores
new works and theatre for social change). 2008-2013
Primary writer and leader of the creation of a competitive BFA Acting Option curriculum implemented in Fall
2008. Restructured jury guidelines to comply with NAST requirements. Primary writer for all
submission materials pertaining to this new program, 2007
Instrumental in bringing in Cuban/Croatian/Argentine playwright, Caridad Svich, for an inter-disciplinary
writing workshop for students to accompany the production of her play, Alchemy of Desire/Dead Man’s
Blues, which was performed, 2006
Worked with Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology in creating a codified relationship between
performance students and graduate speech students which includes scheduled vocal assessments (to gain
information about their vocal health habitual patterns) Fall 2004 – present
As Coordinator of the Acting area, duties included: scheduling of acting classes for both the BFA Acting
and BFA Musical Theatre programs; tracking individual student progress and history of performance
opportunities; national recruitment of students; advising ofcourses; calculating program assessment
according to university guidelines; and assessing curriculum development. 2004-2010
Recruitment for Acting Program: Unified Auditions for BFA Acting Program, Chicago/New York/Los
Angeles,Illinois Theatre Auditions; YPAS Auditions,2004 - 2010
PUBLICATIONS
Creative Anarchy:the Joy of Questioning Everything (e-book co-written with Brian Andreas),
http://www.brianandreas.com/newstuff/creative-anarchy-e-book, StoryPeople Press, 2015
“Beginner’s Mind and Cross Cultural Storytelling,” Voice and Speech Review (Voice and Speech Teachers
Association),Routledge/Taylor & Francis, 2014
“The Disconnect Between Actor and Text.” Essays on Voice and Speech (Voice and Speech Teachers
Association).University Readers, Inc., 2009
“Acting in Musical Theatre: A Comprehensive Course by Joe Deer and Rocco Dal Vera.” Book Review
co-authored with Dr. Harold Mortimer, Essays on Voice and Speech (Voice and Speech Teachers
Association).University Readers, Inc., 2009
“Researching the Potential of Merging Suzuki’s Method of Actor Training with Western Vocal Pedagogy:
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an Interview with Robyn Hunt and Steve Pearson.” Essays on Voice and Speech (Voice and Speech
Teachers Association), Applause Books, 2005
PAPERS READ AT PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCES/SPEAKING EVENTS
“Where Do We Go From Here: Storiesfor Who We Want to Be” Community Conversation co-lead with Brian
Andreas,A Hundred Ways North, Charlotte Literary Arts, Charlotte, NC 2016
Commencement Address for College of Fine Arts, award, Ball State University, teaching award, 2015
“How Considerationsof Space May Offer a More Visceral (Rather than Cerebral) Approach to Text”
Paper read as digital presentation for Body/Space/Emergence Conference, Hosted by University of
Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa, invited, 2014
“Uniting Voicesto Tell One Story” Paper read at Voice and Speech Trainers’ Association (VASTA),
Minneapolis, MN, invited, 2013
“Theatre as a Means to Explore Sociological Parallels between Cultural Paradigms” Paper
read at Comparative Drama Conference (CDC), Baltimore, MD, invited, 2013
“Introductory Panel on Recycling/Eco-Activist”Panelist for Student Eco-Summit II, hosted by
University of Indianapolis, Fall 2013
“Using Your Fulbright Experience to Create an Exchange Program: Open Your Students' Hearts
and Minds through International Travel and Exchange”Co-leader for roundtable discussion,Fulbright
Association AnnualConference, Washington D.C., 2011
“Bridging the Divide Between Actor & Text” Paper accepted,read at Mid-America Theatre Conference,
invited. 2009
“Exploring the Effects Advanced Technology has on the Training Actor” Paper read at Mid-
America Theatre Conference, invited. 2008
“Fusing Eastern Philosophy with Western Actor Training Programs” Paper read at Mid-America
Theatre Conference, Chicago, IL, invited. 2006
WORKSHOPS LEAD
International
“p3/east Training Workshop combined with vocal techniques of Patsy Rodenburg” Two day workshop
with professional actors and vocal coaches,Pretoria, South Africa 2012
“Suzuki Technique”Three-week workshop for actors in Musical Theatre Arts Department,
Tshwane University of Technology in Pretoria, South Africa, 2010
“Scene Study” Three-week team-taught workshop with South African colleague, Jackie Rens for
actors in Musical Theatre Arts Department, Tshwane University of Technology in Pretoria,
South Africa, 2010
“Suzuki and Voice” Three-week workshop for Dancers in Dance Department, Tshwane University
of Technology in Pretoria, South Africa, 2010
“Text Analysis” Two-week workshop for actors in Musical Theatre Arts Department, Tshwane
University of Technology in Pretoria, South Africa, 2008
“Suzuki Technique” Month-long workshop for undergraduate actors in Dramatic Arts and Film
Department, Tshwane University of Technology in Pretoria, South Africa, 2008
“Extended Vocal Technique” Month-long team-taught workshop with South African colleague,
Marth Munro for graduate actors at Tshwane University of Technology in Pretoria, South
Africa, 2008
National and Regional
“Align: Writing in the Body” A Hundred Ways North, co-taught with Brian Andreas,
Charlotte, NC 2016
“Strengthening Vocal and Physical Presence for the Public Speaker” Great Lakes Planetarium
Association,hosted by Ball State University, 2014
“p3/east Training Workshop combined with vocal techniques of Ms. Rodenburg” hosted by Ball State
University. 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
“Auditioning for College Acting Programs” Workshop for high schoolstudents on resume writing
and acting auditions for Illinois Theatre Association,invited. 2009
“Extended Vocal Technique” Workshop for MFA Graduate Actors,University of Tennessee,
Knoxville, TN, invited. 2007
“How to Merge Extended Vocal Technique with Scene Work ” Workshop for BA/BS
Undergraduate Actors,University of Tennessee,Knoxville, TN, invited. 2007
“Extended Vocal Technique” Workshop for Rivendell Theatre Company, Chicago, IL invited. 2006
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“Vocal/Lamentation Work as an Approach to Classical Acting,” Workshop taught for Kennedy
Center/American College Theatre Festival, Region 3, invited. 2006
“Auditioning forUndergraduate Actor Training Programs” Workshop taught at Illinois High
School Theatre Festival, invited. 2006
“Auditioning forCollege Acting Programs” Carmel High School Drama Group, Hosted at Ball
State University. 2004, 2005, 2006
“Extended Voice” Workshop taught for MFA Graduate Actors, Western Illinois University,
Macomb, IL, Invited. 2005
“Process Over Product… Practicing What We Preach” Panel with colleague Jennifer Blackmer,
Mid-America Theatre Conference, invited. 2005
“Acting in Shakespeare – a discussion with Regional High School Drama Teachers” Illinois
Shakespeare Festival, invited. 2005
“Suzuki Technique” Workshop taught forKennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival,
Region III, invited. 2004
PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTIONS COACHED
Hamlet Text Coach Montana Shakespeare in the Parks 2016
Comedy of Errors young company Movement Coach Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival 2013
Taming of the Shrew young company Text Coach Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival 2010
Streetcar Named Desire Dialect/Vocal Coach Clarence Brown Theatre 2009
Macbeth Vocal/Text Coach Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival 2008
Macbeth Vocal Coach Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2005
King Lear Asst.Vocal/Text Coach Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2003
As You Like It Asst.Text/Dialect Coach
With Karen Ryker Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2003
The Knight of the Burning Pestle Text/Dialect Coach Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2003
America is My Home Dialect Coach Ellis Island Foundation 2001
UNIVERSITY AND LOCAL PRODUCTIONS COACHED
Dance Concert – BFA Dancers Acting Coach Ball State University 2015
Next to Normal Acting Coach Ball State University 2014
Dancing at Lughnasa Dialect Coach Ball State University 2014
Romeo & Juliet Text and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2013
Wrens Dialect Coach Ball State University 2013
Last Days of Judas Iscariot Dialect and Text Coach Ball State University 2012
Midsummer Night’s Dream Text and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2011
The Circus in Winter Advisorto student Coach Ball State University 2011
Greek Dialect Coach Ball State University 2011
Big Love Vocal Coach Ball State University 2011
Company Dialect Advisor Ball State University 2010
Angels in America Dialect Coach Ball State University 2010
The Fantasticks Dialect Coach, Downtown Dinner Theatre 2010
My Fair Lady Dialect Coach Ball State University 2010
Noises Off Dialect and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2009
Little Women Dialect Advisor Ball State University 2009
The Full Monty Dialect Coach Ball State University 2009
The Importance of Being Earnest Dialect and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2009
Camino Real Vocal Coach Ball State University 2008
Violet Dialect Coach Ball State University 2008
Quake Vocal Coach Ball State University 2008
Love’s Labour’s Lost Text and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2008
The Human Faustus Project Vocal and Acting Coach Ball State University 2007
Two Cuckolds Vocal Coach Ball State University 2007
The Wild Party Acting Coach Ball State University 2007
Going to St. Ives Dialect Coach Ball State University 2007
Polaroid Stories Vocal Coach Ball State University 2007
Urinetown Vocal Coach Ball State University 2007
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The Colored Museum Dialect and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2007
Thoroughly Modern Millie Dialect Coach Ball State University 2006
Erratica Advisorto student Coach Ball State University 2006
Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 Dialect and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2006
House of Yes Dialect and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2006
Cabaret Dialect and Vocal Coach Ball State University 2006
Caucasian Chalk Circle Vocal and Acting Coach Ball State University 2005
Disappeared Vocal and Acting Coach Ball State University 2005
Working Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2005
Fuddy Meers Vocal Coach Ball State University 2005
Anything Goes Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2005
The Philadelphia Story Dialect/Acting Coach Ball State University 2005
Love’s Fire Vocal Coach Ball State University 2005
This is Our Youth Vocal Coach Ball State University 2004
Comedy of Errors Vocal and Text Coach Ball State University 2004
Bat Boy Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2004
The Miracle Worker Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2004
Three Days of Rain Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2004
The Shape of Things Vocal Coach Ball State University 2004
The Merry Wives of Windsor Vocal/Text/Dialect Coach BSU Summer Theatre 2004
A Flea in Her Ear Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2004
Our Town Vocal Coach Ball State University 2004
Assassins Dialect Coach Ball State University 2004
Mooney’s Kid Don’t Cry Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2003
The Long Goodbye Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2003
Confessional Vocal and Dialect Coach Ball State University 2003
Blue Window Vocal Coach Ball State University 2003
I Love You, You’re Perfect… Vocal Coach Ball State University 2003
Best Little Whorehouse in Texas Dialect Coach Ball State University 2003
Proof Vocal Coach Ball State University 2003
The Importance of Being Earnest Dialect Coach Marymount Manhattan College 2001
UNIVERSITY PRODUCTIONS DIRECTED
Still Life with Iris
(an eco-friendly production) Ball State University 2013
Alchemy of Desire/Dead Man’s Blues University of Pretoria’s submission for the National
(a multilingual production) Arts Festival, Grahamstown, South Africa 2012
The Way of Water International Reading Scheme, Ball State University 2012
Macbeth Co-directed with Drew Vidal, Ball State University 2010
In the Blood Ball State University 2008
Alchemy of Desire/Dead Man’s Blues Ball State University 2006
PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
The Circus in Winter (Reading) Elizabeth/Ensemble NYC, Reading with Sutton Foster 2013
It’s a Wonderful Life: a Radio Play Sally Applewhite/Mary Clarence Brown Theatre 2010
A Streetcar Named Desire u/s Blanche Clarence Brown Theatre 2009
The Olive Grove (Reading) Daughter Clarence Brown Theatre 2009
A Flea in Her Ear Raymonde Clarence Brown Theatre 2007
Ruthless Judy Denmark Noble Fool Theatricals Chicago 2006
Macbeth Lady Macbeth Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2005
Twelfth Night Olivia Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2005
Wings Amy Connecticut Repertory Theatre 2001
My Fair Lady Eliza Doolittle Village Theatre, Washington 1999
The King of Ireland’s Son Trembling Seattle Children’s Theatre 1999
Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse Female u/s Seattle Children’s Theatre 1999
Mr. Popper’s Penguins Janie Popper Seattle Children’s Theatre 1998
GUEST ARTIST PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
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Code Name: Cynthia (Reading) Cora Wells Ball State University 2015
Angels in America, Part 1 & 2 Harper Ball State University 2010, 2011
Laramie Project Revisited Ensemble Ball State University 2009
I Love You, You’re Perfect… Woman 1 Ball State Dinner Theatre 2009
Love’s Labour’s Lost Rosalind Ball State University 2008
Going to St. Ives Dr. Cora Gage Ball State University 2007
The Merry Wives of Windsor Mistress Page Ball State University 2004
DEVISED PIECES
Suite of Attachments,devised piece using Buddhist notion of Attachment as inspiration for physically
based explorations, Ball State University Playwrights Week, Fall 2014
FUNDED GRANTS
“The Alchemy of Navigation:an Original Work” Office of Academic Research and Sponsored Programs,
Creative Arts Grant, $10,000. Ball State University, 2012
“An Assessment of Recruitment Efforts and Materials of the Acting and Musical Theatre Options,”
Academic Assessment and InstitutionalResearch, Summer Assessment Grant, $1200. Ball State
University, 2009
“National Teaching Artist Grant” American College Theatre Festival, $2000. Kennedy Center, 2008
“Exploring the Potential of a Multi-Cultural Approach to Western Actor Training Programs” Office of
Teaching and Learning Advancement, Creative Teaching Grant, $5000, Ball State University, 2008
“An Assessment of the Knowledge and Skills of Students in the Acting Option and Related Initiatives,”
Academic Assessment and InstitutionalResearch, Summer Assessment Grant, $1200. Ball State
University, 2004
“The Fusion of Tadashi Suzuki’sTechnique with Vocal Training in University Graduate and
Undergraduate Programs,” Office of Academic Research and Sponsored Programs, Research Grant,
$1500. Ball State University, 2004
HONORS, AWARDS, & SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Dean’s Teaching Award Ball State University 2013-2014
Excellence in Teaching Award Ball State University 2012-2013
American Theatre Magazine Acting photos on coverof October Issue 2011
Classical Acting Mentor Award Kennedy Center/ACTF/Region III 2010
National Teaching Artist Grant Kennedy Center/ACTF 2008
Creative EndeavorAward College of Fine Arts, Ball State University ($1000) 2009
Valerie EllisFleming Scholarship University of Washington,PATP 1995-1998
CONTINUED TRAINING
“Shakespeare’s Heightened Language”Levels 1-3 with Patsy Rodenburg 2009, 2010
“Pacific Performance Project/east,” Suzuki Intensive/ Studio Member 2007/2011-present
“Dangerous Voices,” Lamentation Workshop, Marya Lowry, Brandeis University 2004
ACTIVITIES IN PROGRESS
Director/Organizer of Bozeman, Montana’s production of After Orlando, a New Play Project in
collaboration with New York based Missing Bolts Productions and NoPassport Theatre
Alliance and Press, Fall 2016
Text Coach for Montana Shakespeare in the Parks’ production of Hamlet, Fall 2016
“Where Do We Go From Here: Stories For Who We Want to Be” Community Conversation about the
power of storytelling and inclusivity in states of conflict, co-lead with Brian Andreas,
Charlotte Literary Arts, Charlotte, NC, Fall 2016
“Align: Writing in the Body” Workshop co-lead with Brian Andreas,24 participants, Elemental Healing
Arts Center, Charlotte, NC, Fall 2016
SERVICE
International
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University of Pretoria,Faculty of Humanities
External examiner for dissertations,MA candidates 2014 - present
South Africa Theatre Journal
Peer Evaluator for accredited journal 2010-2013
Theatre, Dance and Performance Training Journal
Peer Evaluator for this accredited journal 2009-2010
Tshwane University of Technology,Pretoria, South Africa 2008-2013
Liaison between graduating performance majors of TUT and UP and MFA programs
in US: Ohio State University (2008, 2012); Ohio University (2012); CalArts (2013)
Regional & National
Voice and Speech Trainers Association (VASTA)
Regional Editor for Eastern Central Region 2009-2013
Peer Evaluator for VASTA Journal 2006
Mid-America Theatre Festival
Panel Chair for Directing/Acting Symposiums, invited 2006
Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival
Region III Selection Committee member, invited 2006 - 2009
Associate editor for 2009 program of Region III Festival 2009
Co-Coordinator and presenter for the Evening of Scenes 2007
Preliminary Round Judge for Irene Ryan Acting Competition 2005-2007, 2010-2012
Responder, American College Theatre Festival, Region III 2003 – 2013
P3/east (www.p3east.com)
Organizer for Chicago Intensive 2014-2015
Co-writer/editor for text on web site 2014-2016
Ball State University
University: Member, Campus Council Committee 2009-2015
University: Member, Student Financial Assistance Committee 2013-2015
University: Member, Grade Appeals Committee 2007-2008, 2013-2015
University: Member, Graduate Faculty Member 2009- 2016
University: Member, Events Programming and Scheduling Committee 2007-2009
University: Member, Teaching Evaluation Committee 2006-2008
Office of Teaching Learning Advancement on Faculty Development 2005-2006
College of Fine Arts: Member, Promotion and Tenure Committee 2006-2008, 2010-2011
College of Fine Arts: Volunteer for Call Center 2007
Homecoming Talent Show Judge 2005, 2007, 2009, 2010
Department: Member, Promotion and Tenure Committee 2004-2005, 2013-2015
Department: Member, Nominations Committee 2013-2015
Department: Member, Technical Director Search Committee 2014-2015
Department: Chair, Voice Teacher Search Committee 2013-2014
Department: Member, Production Committee 2003-2004, 2013-2014
Department: Co-Chair, Curriculum Committee 2008-2009, 2009-2011
Department: Member, Lighting/Sound Designer Search Committee 2008-2009
Department: Member, Curriculum Committee 2003-2008
Department: Member, Salary and Merit Committee 2003-04, 2006-07, 2011-2013
Department: Member, Recruitment and Scholarship Committee 2005-7, 2009-10, 2011-15
Department: Member, Movement Teacher Search Committee 2003-2004, 2011-2012
Department: Member, Lighting Design Search Committee 2005-2006
Department: Chair, Movement Teacher Search Committee 2005-2006
Department: Member, Costume Design Search Committee 2004-2005
Department: Member, Chairperson Search Committee 2003-2004
Department: Advisorfor Acting Option Students (approximately 45) 2003-2016
Department: Faculty Advisor for Independent Study,Honors Thesis 2003-2016
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Actors Equity Association 1997 – present
Voice and Speech Trainers Association 2002 – present
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American Theatre of Higher Education 2005 – 2010
Mid-America Theatre Conference 2005 – 2009
ATTENDANCE AT PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCES/MEETINGS
Voice and Speech Trainers Association 2003, 2013
Comparative Drama Conference 2013
Hoosier Economic Council Meeting 2012
Fulbright Association AnnualConference 2011
Mid-America Theatre Conference 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009
