Amanda Bloom

I am passionate about performing arts and arts education. I strive to be a strong, supportive mentor and role model for my students. I am organized and I come to work prepared and wearing a smile. I will be a committed member of your team.

EDUCATION:

New York University, Tisch School of the Arts, CAP 21, New York, NY 2009

• Bachelor of Fine Arts & Minor in Applied Theater (focus on Theatre in Education) with High Honors

The Second City – Chicago, Training Center, Chicago, IL 2012-2014

• Completed the IFA Program, completed the Musical Improv Conservatory Program, qualified for the Professional Improv Conservatory Program

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Amanda Bloom Arts | Private Voice Instructor | Norwalk, CT 2017-Present

• Provide individual voice instruction, including technical instruction, performance/nuance education, and assistance with song selection

• Transitioned to virtual teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic

Enchanted Garden Arts | Teacher – Multiple disciplines | Ridgefield, CT 2016-2020

• Taught original choreography to group of up to 10 kids, ranging in style from Broadway Dance, Jazz, Tap, and Ballet

• Provided individual piano and voice instruction

• Taught an “introduction to the arts” class for kids aged 3-years-old

• Reformed the previously-closed Theater program, which included teaching theater classes, adapting plays for small-group productions, designed and created set pieces, and directed children’s productions

Art of Dance | Jazz Dance Teacher | Ridgefield, CT 2015-2018

• Taught group Jazz dance classes for Intermediate and Advanced skill groups

• Served as a substitute teacher in the program’s Ballet track

Ridgefield Public Schools | Prod. Director/Choreographer, Enrichment Teacher | Ridgefield, CT 2016-2018

• Adapted and directed Peter Pan for an Elementary School production

• Served as Assistant Director for a production of The Lion King, Jr.

• Taught weekly theater enrichment classes for Elementary School age groups

MTC | Theater Teacher | Norwalk, CT 2015-2016

• Taught theater classes focused on Scene Study to groups ranging in age from Elementary through Middle School

Camp Playland of Redding | Director | Redding, CT 2015-2019

• Served as co-Director of the 8-week Summer Day Camp, which included all logistical and personnel management responsibilities

• Founded and ran the Theater Elective Track, which incorporated 8 hours per week of Theater- and performance-based experience and training. This included Theater and voice training, basic education in sound recording and editing, costume and set design, and dance

Metropolis School of Performing Arts | Teacher | Arlington Heights, IL 2014-2015

• Wrote and directed a production of The Giving Tree for Little Lights Up! summer camp. Students 4-5

• Wrote and directed The Very Hungry Caterpillar for Little Lights Up! spring break. Students 3-5

• Create and implement lessons to teach theatre, music, and dance fundamentals

• Create and implement craft projects often getting students involved building sets, props, and costumes

Trilogy School of Performing Arts | Teacher | Lake Zurich, IL 2012-2015

• Teach theater fundamentals, dance, drama, and private voice to students ages 2-13

• Create lesson plans, warm ups, original choreography

• Work with the program owner to grow the theatre department, and create new classes

• Direct/Choreograph fall and spring productions

SKILLS:

• Fast learner, Hard worker

• Beginner Guitar with ability to play cords and accompany singing, Intermediate Piano

INTERESTS:

• Acting, Singing, Dancing, Teaching/Mentoring young artists, and Traveling

References and theatrical resume will be furnished upon request