I have extensive experience as a Production Dramaturg and a New Play Dramaturg. I previously served as Conference Planner and Focus Group Representative for the Dramaturgy Focus Group in the Association for Theatre in Higher Education (ATHE).
The following research and writing samples from recent and representative projects offer a range of dramaturgical activities for multiple audiences at varying points in the production process.
Stevie and the Real World by Iraisa Ann Reilly, directed by Ji Won Jeon
https://smit2030.msu.domains/stevie-and-the-real-world/
The Bacchae by Euripides, translated by Paul Woodruff; directed by David Furumoto. Michigan State University.
Bacchae Plot Summary and Explanations
Bacchae Dramaturg Note for Program
Pulp Vérité by Crystal Skillman. Workshop at Michigan State University.
Audience Survey for Pulp Vérité
Or, by Liz Duffy Adams. Kickshaw Theatre, Ann Arbor, Michigan.
The December Project, a devised dance-theatre performance by director/choreographer Kellyn Uhl.
December Project Rehearsal Notes
Hair by Gerome Ragni, James Rado, and Galt MacDermot; directed by Deric McNish. Michigan State University.
60/50 Theatre Project by Rob Roznowski, directed by Christina Traister. Michigan State University.
Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas, directed by Paul Holmquist. Caffeine Theatre/DCA, Chicago.
The Marriage of Figaro by Beaumarchais, adapted and translated by Ranjit Bolt, directed by Jonathan Berry. Remy Bumppo Theatre, Chicago.
Figaro Program Note for Remy Bumppo
The Cocktail Party by T.S. Eliot, directed by Jennifer Shook. Caffeine Theatre, Chicago.