A career spent successfully producing opera and musical theater taught me that an audience wants to hear and see a good story. To me, that means curating clear, creative, and intelligent stage direction so actors, musicians and singers can transform notes and words on pages into compelling experiences. 

My years of experience translate into intentional knowledge, excellent ears, good taste, and a finger on the pulse of audience expectations. No matter the size of your budget or your company, I can channel my expertise into a single production or full seasons, helping find creative solutions to challenges and identify fundraising opportunities on a short or long term basis. For individuals, I can offer advice for auditions, competitions and role preparation, and give substantive insight and feedback to new administrators and artistic directors on business and theatrical matters.

Contact me or my agent, Kathy Olsen with Encompass Arts at kathy@encompassarts.com, for help on both sides of the curtain!

Central City Opera BILLY BUDD
Photo| Amanda Tipton