About Mara D.
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Performing Arts Teacher
Aug, 2019 - PresentRSU 75
I taught General Music, Chorus, and Theater for four schools in the district. This involved curriculum planning for 20 specific classes ages K-12. I also ran an after school theater program where we produced three shows.
Voice and Piano Teacher
Aug, 2017 - PresentJammin' With You
This position involves teaching private and small group piano and voice lessons to ages 5 to 69. I traveled to students homes in Boston Metro areas including Brookline, Wellesley, Newton, and Needham. I currently teach remotely over Zoom.
Teaching Artist
Jun, 2015 - May, 2017Theater
I was a teaching artist for Emerald City Theatre in Chicago. They have after school programs, residencies, and youth ensembles that take class and perform throughout the year. I directed, music directed, choreographed, developed curriculum, communicated with staff and parents, and adapted scripts to fit the appropriate age groups and classes.
Voice/Choir Instructor
Jan, 2014 - May, 2015Le Casa De Dios
I taught voice classes for the choir, ages 5-29. They sang in English and Spanish. I emphasized breath support, placement, dynamics, phrasing, and harmonies.
Private Voice Instructor
Sep, 2012 - Aug, 2017Marquee Youth Stage
I teach private voice lessons to about 10-12 students who see me weekly/bi-monthly. The kids, ages 8-18, work on audition repertoire, acting monologues, classical voice pieces, music theory, choral music, musical theatre, and pop music. I strive to help them achieve their goals, gain confidence, develop their voice, and have fun.
Director/Music Director/Acting Teacher
May, 2010 - PresentBravo Performing Arts Academy
I direct and music direct musicals throughout the year and in the summers, ages 8 to 14. It's wonderful seeing kids come back every year and seeing them grow as they learn and develop singing, dancing and acting skills from the Bravo faculty. I also teach acting and creative drama throughout the year. I create my curriculum and schedules for these classes.
Education
BFA Theatre
Aug, 2008 - May, 2012Syracuse University
Theatre Education
Sep, 2017 - May, 2019Emerson College
Certifications
Theater Arts (K-12)
May, 2019Emerson College
I am certified in Massachusetts and Maine.
Awards
Class B Runner Ups
Mar, 2020Maine Regional One Act Competition
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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