Angela Annese

Angela Annese is an accomplished theatre director and creative leader with extensive experience in the performing arts. Currently serving as the Head of the Theatre Department and Theatre Director at the French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts since June 2017, Angela directs full-scale productions for aspiring Broadway performers and teaches various acting classes. As the Owner and Creative Director of Melbourne Kids Theatre, Angela produces musical theatre for children and teens. Angela also has a diverse freelance background as a voice-over artist, actor, and corporate TV presenter, alongside roles as a children's entertainer and event manager across multiple regions, including the UAE and Australia. With a solid educational foundation in acting and early childhood education, Angela combines artistic talent with leadership and educational skills to create impactful theatre experiences.