Nikki Kaplan

Nikki Kaplan is an experienced educator and theatre professional, currently serving as the Director of Education at Imagination Stage, Inc. since 2006, where responsibilities include program coordination, faculty hiring and training, budget oversight, and artistic direction. In addition, Nikki serves as an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at American University, teaching Introduction to Acting. Previous roles include Teaching Artist, Director, and Choreographer at TADA! Youth, and multiple positions at Playgroup Theatre and P.S. 154, focusing on various elements of theatre and improvisation. Nikki's early career included acting with Bridgework Theatre Company and recreation leadership in Tempe and Alameda, complemented by a Master's degree in Educational Theatre from New York University and a Bachelor's degree in Theatre/Acting from Arizona State University.