Hi. I'm Alex (He/Him). I'm a scholar, teacher, and editor in the field of performance and theatre history. I have a PhD in Performance Studies from the University of Maryland, an MA in Theatre Arts from UC Santa Cruz, and a BFA in Dramaturgy from Carnegie Mellon. I have been teaching students for the last decade.I've always been fascinated with how and why we tell stories and what makes a good narrative. I've worked as a dramaturg specializing in new play development, working with theatre companies in Boston and Seattle.I am looking to help you create your best work. I am available as a Copyeditor, Proofreader, Writer, Indexer, Teacher, and Dramaturg. Whether you are a playwright developing a new work, an academic putting the finishing touches on your next publication, or a game designer looking to create a new world to play in, I want to bring my experience to your project!

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Fall 2023
"History of Theatre on Stage"
"History, Literature & Criticism"Spring 2023
"Text and Context in Western Theatre"Fall 2022
"Text and Context in Western Theatre"Fall 2021
"History of Theatre: Ancient to Renaissance Theatre"Spring 2021
"Introduction to Performance"Fall 2020
"Introduction to Performance"

I will work with you to build a dramatically fulfilling work, be it a one act or a full length play. This work can include research, copyediting, and regular meetings to your schedule and need!

For a writer in the final steps before submitting for publication, I’ll do an in depth look for any grammar, syntax, or communication errors that may have slipped through. I have experience with the Chicago Manual of Style and the Modern Language Association Manual of Style.

I work with you from an early draft to help hone your writing, develop your argument, and fill in any gaps in your examples. I have experience with the Chicago Manual of Style and the Modern Language Association Manual of Style. This service may also include proofreading the final draft before sending it back.

Working on a book and need an index for your publisher? I can work with you to create your list of indexed terms and then compile the references into a single document for your publisher.