Rachel Rene is a working performer, director, stage manager, and teaching artist who believes in the power of the arts to move, educate, and heal. As a working performer, director, stage manager, and teaching artist, she believes in the power of the arts to move, educate, and heal.
Teaching Superpower: I'd like to think my teaching superpower centers around helping people discover hidden talents, encouraging people to try new things, and building confidence in others.
Rene has a BA in theatre arts from Western Washington University and over 35 years working in the theatre industry, where she continues to broaden her scope of knowledge. Her work as a performer and educator with Living Voices (which brings history to life through multimedia performance) can be seen in schools and museums around the country. She is also the new Operations Manager and a teaching artist for SilverKite Community Arts, which offers unique art programs for older adults and creates intergenerational arts experiences throughout Washington state.
Favorite part of the TAT Lab Core Program so far: I learn a tremendous amount from the other students. It is fascinating to hear how others think and learn and learn from what they all bring to the table.
TAT Lab’s Teaching Artist R.I.S.E. Award honors diverse arts education voices in Washington state by supporting recipients’ participation in the TAT Lab Core Program. Recipients are emerging leaders in arts education and represent/work with underserved communities including BBIA and BIPOC communities, LGBTQIA+ communities, People with disabilities, Multilingual or English Language Learner (ELL) communities, Immigrant and/or refugee communities, Rural communities and communities outside King and Pierce counties. Learn more at: https://www.arts.wa.gov/tat-lab-core-program/
Image courtesy of Rachel Rene, performing with Living Voices.