ALAN
KREIZENBECK
Associate Professor
Alan Kreizenbeck's interests include American theatre,
acting theory, and contemporary playwrights. He has received
fellowships from the Shubert organization and the National Endowment
for the Humanities. His book, Zoe Akins: Broadway Playwright
was published in 2004. His essays are included in books on American
directors, American theatre in the 1920's, and notable contemporary
plays. He has published in numerous professional journals and
made presentations at regional and national conferences. Professor
Kreizenbeck has directed in university and professional theatres
throughout the United States, winning “best production”
awards in Denver and Houston. Named Honors College Professor
of the Year in 2003, he teaches courses in theatre and social
protest, acting, and theatre history. He heads the Institute
of Research in Art and Social Development, which conducts arts
programs in area public schools.
B.S. Education, University of Colorado
M.A. Theatre and Dance, University of Colorado
Ph.D Drama, New York University
Contact: kreizenb@umbc.edu
