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I am a published author, a accomplished playwright and director, an experienced administrator, and a skilled educator. I bring a collaborative, creative approach to every project, mentoring artists and shaping innovative theatre experiences. I have taught, directed, and produced work across Windy City Playhouse, Keegan Theatre, Adventure Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, and American University, guiding writers, actors, and students toward their best work. I am passionate about developing new plays and nurturing artists through education, direction, and leadership, with a track record of award-winning work and impactful stage readings and productions.…I am a published author, a accomplished playwright and director, an experienced administrator, and a skilled educator. I bring a collaborative, creative approach to every project, mentoring artists and shaping innovative theatre experiences. I have taught, directed, and produced work across Windy City Playhouse, Keegan Theatre, Adventure Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, and American University, guiding writers, actors, and students toward their best work. I am passionate about developing new plays and nurturing artists through education, direction, and leadership, with a track record of award-winning work and impactful stage readings and productions.

Carl Menninger

Writer, Screenplay Writer, Co-Writer, +1

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I am a published author, a accomplished playwright and director, an experienced administrator, and a skilled educator. I bring a collaborative, creative approach to every project, mentoring artists and shaping innovative theatre experiences. I have taught, directed, and produced work across Windy City Playhouse, Keegan Theatre, Adventure Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, and American University, guiding writers, actors, and students toward their best work. I am passionate about developing new plays and nurturing artists through education, direction, and leadership, with a track record of award-winning work and impactful stage readings and productions.…I am a published author, a accomplished playwright and director, an experienced administrator, and a skilled educator. I bring a collaborative, creative approach to every project, mentoring artists and shaping innovative theatre experiences. I have taught, directed, and produced work across Windy City Playhouse, Keegan Theatre, Adventure Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, and American University, guiding writers, actors, and students toward their best work. I am passionate about developing new plays and nurturing artists through education, direction, and leadership, with a track record of award-winning work and impactful stage readings and productions.

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I am a published author, a accomplished playwright and director, an experienced administrator, and a skilled educator. I bring a collaborative, creative approach to every project, mentoring artists and shaping innovative theatre experiences. I have taught, directed, and produced work across Windy City Playhouse, Keegan Theatre, Adventure Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, and American University, guiding writers, actors, and students toward their best work.

I am passionate about developing new plays and nurturing artists through education, direction, and leadership, with a track record of award-winning work and impactful stage readings and productions.

Skills

Script

Copywriting

Experience Level

Script

Expert

Copywriting

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Professor of Theatre and Musical Theatre at American University

December 31, 2003 - Present

Teach and direct theatre and musical theatre courses; directed 18 productions at American University and directed stage readings at Chicago Dramatists Theatre.

Associate Artistic Director at Windy City Playhouse

January 1, 2001 - Present

Collaborate with Artistic Director about upcoming projects and works in progress. Write and review scripts and proposals.

Assistant Professor of Theatre and Musical Theatre at American University

January 1, 2004 - Present

Teach theatre and musical theatre, direct student productions, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.