Joan Jeffri

Joan Jeffri has an extensive work experience in the field of arts management and research. Joan held multiple positions throughout their career, including serving as an Honorary Professor at the Central Academy of Fine Arts and an Honorary Advisory Committee member at the Shanghai Theatre Academy. Joan founded and directed several organizations, such as the Research Center for Arts and Culture and the Outreach Program for the Performing Arts Legacy Project. Jeffri also worked as the Director of the Research Center for Arts and Culture at The Actors Fund. Joan received the Bel Kaufman Flamekeeper Award from Elders Share the Arts in 2015. Additionally, Jeffri worked as a Scholar-in-Residence at American University and as the Director of the Research Center for Arts & Culture at Columbia University. Joan also held teaching positions as a Professor and Honorary Professor at various institutions.

Joan Jeffri's education history begins in 1962 when they enrolled at Boston University. Joan graduated in 1967 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, cum laude, specializing in Theatre. In 1964, they attended Columbia University where they pursued English as their field of study. However, the information does not specify if they completed a degree. During their time at Columbia University, they also took part in a year abroad program at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in 1965-1966, focusing on Acting.