James Montaño

Phillip James Montaño is an experienced theater professional currently serving as the Special Programs Associate at the Williamstown Theatre Festival since June 2022, where responsibilities include producing special project events and facilitating the Weissberger New Play Award. Montaño has also held academic positions as an Adjunct Professor of Theater at Brandeis University and Austin Community College, teaching courses on theater and drama. Previous experience includes a Graduate Teaching Assistant role at The University of Texas at Austin, a Community Works Associate position at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, and a Teaching Fellow at Harvard University. Additional roles encompass educational and engagement fellowships at the American Repertory Theater and directing drama programs for youth. Montaño's educational credentials include a PhD in Performance as Public Practice from The University of Texas at Austin, a Master’s Degree in Dramaturgy from Harvard University, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Drama from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.