Kym Moore

Kym Moore is a multifaceted theatre professional who serves as the Artistic Director and Founder of the AntiGravity Theatre Project, a role she has held since May 2012.1 She is also a Professor of Theatre Arts and Performance Studies at Brown University, where she has been teaching since July 2019.4

Professional Background

Moore is an accomplished director, educator, playwright, and producer with extensive experience in the theatre industry. Her work focuses on expanding the boundaries of theatre art through original performance works.1 She has directed and devised plays and performance pieces that explore multiple dimensions of human existence, often incorporating interactive media technology.2

Academic Career

Prior to her current role at Brown University, Moore held several academic positions:

• Associate Professor of Theatre Arts at Sarah Lawrence College (2001-2007)1
• Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre Studies at Swarthmore College (2007-2008)1

Artistic Approach

Moore's artistic approach is influenced by various concepts, including:

• String Theory
• Intersectionality
• Empathy
• Border Crossing
• Quantum Physics2

She is passionate about collaboration as a means to disrupt hierarchical structures and pursue a more expansive, multidimensional view of the world.2

Notable Works and Recognition

Moore's work has been showcased nationally and internationally, including at prestigious venues such as:

• The Juilliard School
• Carnegie Mellon University
• SoHo Rep
• Women's Project
• Belgrade Theater (UK)
• SIBFEST (Romania)2

She has also received recognition for her work, including a nomination for Best Director by Motif Magazine for her 2008 production of "Funnyhouse of a Negro".1

Current Projects

As of 2024, Moore is working on a developmental residency at Brown University for a new project titled "Do Eye Know You?" This multidimensional performance piece explores themes of shared past, gentrification, and realms beyond third-dimensional reality.3