Deanna Myers

Deanna Myers is a well-rounded and mission-driven administrator, educator, and creative professional with diverse experience in arts, DEI consultancy, and clerical management.

With a strong attention to detail and a collaborative approach, Deanna excels in fostering effective working relationships across various roles and organizations.

She brings 12 years of extensive experience in theatre, including performing, devising, directing, education, and arts administration.

Deanna is a skilled curriculum designer, particularly focusing on educational materials through the lens of social justice and thoughtful dialogue.

Her adaptable communication style, natural leadership abilities, and effective facilitation skills have been honed through working with individuals of different ages and skill levels in institutions of varying sizes.

Deanna studied Improvisation/Comedy at iO and holds a BA in Theatre and Philosophy from the University of Illinois.

She has contributed her expertise as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago and previously worked as an Actor at Stewart Talent.

Deanna's versatile background includes roles such as Interim Board President, Company Member, and Teaching Artist at Playmakers Laboratory Theatre, demonstrating her commitment to the arts and education.

She has also shared her knowledge as a Guest Lecturer at Northwestern University School of Communication and served in various capacities at Actors Gymnasium Circus School and Theatre Company, including Outreach Coordinator and Off-site Partner Liaison.

Deanna's dedication to education is further highlighted through her past role as an Educator at Catharsis Productions.