Puffs (2023) – Director & Designer
Audience and District-acclaimed
Community outreach comedy with student-led tech
Full Production Description:
This comedic reimagining of magical school misfits was staged with heart and humor. Designed to be family-friendly and tour-ready, Puffs featured an entirely student-run tech crew, quick changes, and physical comedy. The production included a matinee outreach for local elementary students, spotlighting the resilience and creativity of the 'other' house.
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- British dialect performance and comedic timing
- Lighting and sound cue execution
- Costume changes and prop coordination
- Marketing to younger audiences and school contacts
- Ensemble improvisation and scene transitions
- Student-led booth operation and crew delegation
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- Focused rehearsal on ensemble cohesion and comedic pacing
- Mentored students on tech autonomy and live troubleshooting
- Created outreach materials for local schools
- Scaffolded physical comedy techniques with mime and Laban-based blocking
