TEACHING ARTIST
A teaching artist who prioritizes freedom and fun, fosters work which uplifts, cultivates empathy, and connects us as artists.
I believe in the power of the arts to foster empathy, collaboration, and confidence. I’m a strong advocate for Arts Education, including access to equitable, culturally responsive and trauma-informed education. I am a teaching artist specializing in Drama, Dance, and Musical Theatre. Currently, I serve as the Artistic Program Coordinator and Teaching Artist for Rosie's Theater Kids, located in Midtown Manhattan and I travel to public schools throughout the NYC area through our program PS Broadway, bringing musical theater to public school 5th graders.
You may also find me on screens across America as the the co-host for digital tools through Move This World, an organization devoted to using creative arts methods to foster Social and Emotional Learning. Through this organization, I have facilitated many professional developments for teachers across the country to implement these exercises in their classrooms, lives, and communities.
I strive to be challenged as an artist, actor and educator, as well as work with passionate people to create work that uplifts, fosters empathy, connects us as a global, national and local community, examines issues within our society and challenges the status quo.
"Megan is passionate about her creative work with young people, an energetic and imaginative member of our teaching faculty, consistent, positive, caring, and devoted. She is always looking to develop as a teacher and a member of our creative community; she accepts feedback openly and is thoughtful about integrating new ideas into her classes. Megan is a true team player; she collaborates effectively with other teaching artists, communicates well with families, and is always willing to take on more challenges and special projects. At the end of every program session in our Kids Company Showcase class, after the culminating performance, Megan and her co-teacher share some reflections on each student with the families. In these beautiful offerings, her thoughtful reflection on each individual student truly highlights her strength and excellence as an educator."
- Amanda Selwyn, Director of Community Arts Dept. West Side YMCA
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"Megan was a constant joy to work with. She is a person of maturity and integrity, charm and humor, completely cooperative with colleagues and teachers alike. I can recommend her without reservation as one of the best I’ve taught."
- Dr. Eugene Galvin, Catholic University of America Voice Faculty