Originally from Atlanta, GA, Blake Wilson has been a theatre artist, educator, and arts leader for nearly 20 years. His work in arts education has spanned multiple age groups and a variety of settings and is driven by a belief that viewing and participating in theatre has the power to shape lives. His experience in arts administration includes experience in professional theatre and higher education. He currently teaches theatre in Hillsborough, NC. Education: M.F.A.- Arizona State University, B.A.- Indiana University.
Awards & Recognition
- “Excellence in Directing” NC High School Theatre State Festival, 2023
- Distinguished Play (advancing to state finals), Badger, NC High School Theatre Regional Festival, 2023
- “Excellence in Directing” NC High School Theatre Regional Festival 2021
- Texas UIL One-Act Play Competition, 6A, Region Qualifying production (Silent Sky), State Alternate (Top 12 in State).
- Fine Arts Department Teacher of the Year, Timber Creek High School, 2016
- “Favorite Fine Arts/Music Program”- LSU Performing Arts Academy, Baton Rouge Parents Magazine, 2012
In the words of others
“Excellent class: well organized, content clearly delivered, enthusiastic interactions between instructor and students. Mr. Wilson has proven to be an exceptional employee, instructor, colleague and collaborator.”
–Brent A.- Head of Theatre, teaching evaluation, Tarrant County College (Northwest)
“Blake was an amazing person to work for. He was to-the-point, focused, understanding, and just fun to be around. I value the time I had to work for him.”
Ben B.– Teaching artist and direct report, LSU Performing Arts Academy
“I always had a great appreciation of your vision and management of the Performing Arts Academy.”
Michael S.– Teaching Artist
“This program would not be what it is without you, nor would any of us be who we are as artists without your guidance and inspiration. Thank you for an incredible four years.”
Caroline N.– Former Student, Timber Creek High School, (BFA Acting at Texas Christian University)
“What you taught us really prepared me for the classes I’m taking now and the material you introduced me to is what I see the most out in the ‘real world’.
Gabrielle G.– Former Student, Timber Creek High School, (BFA Acting at California Institute of the Arts)
“…an always level head in a sea of crazy.”
Brian K.– Former Colleague
“You showed me how I want to teach and how I want to pour myself into my future kids. Thank you so much for being such a loving influence in such a harsh world.”
Benjamin B.- Former student, Timber Creek High School, (and current theatre educator).
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