Music Academy
Zachary James Schell is an experienced stage manager and production assistant with a diverse background in the performing arts. Currently serving as the stage manager for the Music Academy of the West since June 2016, Zachary also held positions as an assistant and production assistant for various notable productions, including the 35th anniversary of Dreamgirls and One Night Only 2016. Previous experience includes working as a production assistant for the Annual Gala and Miss You Like Hell Workshop at La Jolla Playhouse, as well as production roles with Tencue Productions and Chris Issacson Presents. Zachary's expertise also encompasses production stage management, demonstrated through work on As You Like It at The Old Globe and production coordination for LA Opera's Pagliacci and Gianni Schicchi.
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Music Academy
Music Academy is a performance-based training center and incubator that empowers musicians to positively impact society. The Music Academy welcomes everyone from across all generations, cultures, and backgrounds to experience the transformative power of music. Based in Santa Barbara, California, the Academy presents the preeminent full-scholarship Summer School and Festival for classically trained fellows ages 18 to 34. They study and perform with more than 50 exceptional faculty and teaching artists, while forging close connections with the community. The Music Academy’s commitment to long-term collaborations and exchanges with leading orchestras and opera companies results in unparalleled mentorship and career-advancing prospects. The Innovation Institute spearheads entrepreneurial training and ventures through seminars, residencies, and the Alumni Enterprise Awards, substantial grants given annually for a wide range of creative projects. Launched in 2018, Sing!, a free, after-school choral program for local elementary students inspires personal growth and expression. For more information, visit musicacademy.org.