Samantha Taxman
B.S., Educational Theatre, New York University
Area(s) of Interest: Performing Arts, Theatre, Dance, Nonprofit Work, PR/Marketing
What are 1-2 of your most significant academic/extracurricular/work experiences? My work with the Verbatim Performance Lab, first as an intern and then in various roles after I graduated.
What is your ideal job/role in about 10 years? On track to become an artistic Director of a non-profit theatre company
What led you to enroll in the MSLCE program at Northwestern? After 6 years in NYC I’m very excited to come home to the Midwest, this program fits my needs and I feel with provide me with the skillset I need to gain full time role working in the arts.
If you had to describe yourself in three words, they would be… Passionate, Hard-working, Creative
Favorite piece of media? My favorite play is Angels in America and my favorite musical is Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812, but I am also very passionate about new works so hopefully my favorite piece of theatre is yet to be seen!
Where are you from? Deerfield, IL, USA