Chris G. Bresciani: Theatre Artist

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Chris Bresciani is a freelance theatre artist based in Central Florida who earned an A.A. in Drama from Miami-Dade College and a B.A. in Theatre Studies from the University of Central Florida. Chris is currently pursuing there M.F.A. in Theatre for Young Audiences at the University of Central Florida.

Throughout their educational career, Chris has directed and performed in several shows, gaining experience across all areas of theatre, including (but not limited to) Directing, Acting, Stage Management, Makeup Artistry, Light and Sound Board Operating, Crew, Sound Design, and Costume Design. Some of Chris' favorite acting credits include playing Judd Fry in Oklahoma! at Miami Dade College, as well as portraying Stephano and U/S Fredrick in “The Rover” and Abuelo Gordo/La Sombra in the musical “Sombra Del Sol,” both productions with TheatreUCF. Chris is also a part of the Miami Children’s Museum Theatre Troupe where they play various roles in both staged productions and not staged productions.

Chris’s favorite directing credits include, Loving Passions - Written by Caroline Hull through Project Spotlight UCF, assistant director for “The Grumpiest Boy In The World “- Written by Finegan Kruckemeyer, directing the musical 21 Chump Street, with book and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, as part of the Miami International Festival of the Arts at Miami Dade College - North Campus, Director/Fight Choreographer for “Boeing Boeing” by Mark Camoletti, and Stage Manager/Assistant Director & Choreographer for City Theatres “Short Cuts Tour.”

Chris is a passionate advocate for diversity in theatre. As a plus-size, Hispanic, and non-binary theatre artist, they have observed a lack of representation for individuals who share their identities in lead roles. Instead, these individuals are often relegated to comedic relief roles. Chris aims to create a welcoming and inclusive environment in theatre that empowers individuals of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds to see themselves represented on stage.