Marcus Denard Johnson serves as the Director of the FSU/Asolo Conservatory.  He is a 2008 graduate of the Conservatory and has since worked consistently in Theatre as a theatre administrator, actor, and director. For Johnson's full bio, please visit the School of Theatre's website.

My work is investigating voice-training methodologies through the lens of linguistics.  My research focuses on how voice trainers conceptualize theoretical aspects of voice and speech, which influence the way they practice and teach the subject in the classroom and how coaching practices happen in the industry. 

My creative activities include direction, choreography and performance in the entertainment industry. I also research depictions of violence in theatre and the ways in which movement is captured on camera.

My research explores contemporary performance artists and theatrical venues, particularly how food and environmental matter are utilized in both small and large scales of art practice.

My research is in theatrical design, specifically scenic design for the entertainment industry.

Ms. Martin’s research interests include the philosophy of aesthetics; the use of Artificial Intelligence and digital spaces in the creation of post-pandemic theatre; intervention theatre and autofiction in identity formation.

Mr. Maccarone’s teaching interests are in helping students explore and develop an effective and personalized acting process through physicality and text analysis.

Ms. Gillis was a performer for twenty years, most recently seen on Broadway in "Wicked." Her research as a director/choreographer has taken her all over the world creating shows for Broadway national touring companies, cruise ships, and regional theaters.

Ms. Copenhaver’s research seeks to develop methods to lower the entry barrier to advanced theatrical production topics, like scenic automation and structural design.