In 2009, she moved to Portland, OR to pursue her Master in Theatre, graduating in 2011. Kristin has apprenticed under world renowned directors such as Tito Capobianco, David Edwards and Elizabeth Bachman. She has worked as Acting and Dance faculty for the Tyrolean Opera Program in Maurach Austria and the Napa Music Festival in California.
Her most recent work includes: State Director for Portland Actors Ensembles touring production of "The Winters Tale" (in tour through Sept. 2017) Stage Director and Co-Choreographer for "Anything Goes", and Music Director and Choreographer for "The Phantom Tollbooth".
She will be directing "The Odd Couple" this fall with Sherwood Foundation of the Arts and Choreographer for "Oklahoma" this spring.
Currently she privately coaches voice, flute, acting, acting for singers, public speaking, and tap dance as well as instructs larger Master classes on Auditioning, Acting, Voice, and Movement. You can also find her instructing group classes at Vision8 studios in Portland, OR. Read more
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Forrest Snyder
Kris has a fantastic understanding of music theory, is extremely patient and does a wonderful job of integrating personal study/exploration into his lesson plan. Can't recommend him enough for anyone interested in pursuing music theory/piano studies.
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Beth Norman
Kris is a unique and talented piano teacher passionate about his work! He is very knowledgeable and pleasant to deal with. His innovative teaching technique produces fast results!
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Laura E.
My daughter took voice lessons from Kristin last year. I was quite impressed at how well Kristin works with kids. She explains things well and had great song recommendations.
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