Doug Scholz - Carlson

Artistic Director at Great River Shakespeare Festival

Doug Scholz-Carlson has a diverse work experience in the theater industry. Doug served as the Artistic Director at the Great River Shakespeare Festival from 2013, where they directed several successful productions including "Shakespeare in Love," "As You Like It," and "Romeo and Juliet." Doug also had acting roles in various plays during their time at the festival. Prior to this, Doug engaged in freelance theater work, taking on multiple roles such as actor, director, and fight choreographer. Doug has also worked with other theater companies like Park Square Theatre, Minnesota Opera, and Madison Opera, where they directed or choreographed performances. Doug's expertise even extends to giving presentations at TEDx events. Overall, Doug Scholz-Carlson's work experience highlights their passion and talent in the theater industry as both a director and performer.

Doug Scholz-Carlson earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater from St. Olaf College, where they studied from 1986 to 1990. Doug furthered their education in the Professional Actor Training Program at the University of Washington, obtaining a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree from 1991 to 1994.

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  • Artistic Director

    July, 2013 - present