Chad Badgero
Theatre Instructor
Theatre (emphasis in Directing), M.A.
Michigan State University
English, Theatre/Speech, B.A.
Michigan State University
Certified Puppeteer
Actors Equity Association Member
Originally from Mason, MI, Chad became active in community theatre while still in high school. In 1995, Chad founded the Peppermint Creek Theatre Company, one of Lansing's most daring theatre companies, now in its seventh full season of shows as a non-profit, and serves as the theatre's Artistic Director. Chad has served on a number of theatrical committees, including Riverwalk Theatre's Play Selection committee and the MSU Summer Circle Advisory Board, as well as garnering numerous acting and directing awards in the community.
Chad spent time acting and gaining invaluable theatre experience in New York City, where he gained his actors Equity status and worked professionally both in New York and on tour across the country. For Peppermint Creek, Chad has garnered Best Director recognition from the Lansing State Journal and City Pulse consistently since the inception of Peppermint Creek. Chad assisted with the operation of The Public Theatre's Shakespeare in the Park, one of New York City's largest not-for-profit theatre companies. He feels fortunate to be working with lansing's Old Town Commercial Association through Americorps for the second year. Chad is a proud Big Brother through the Big Brothers, Big Sisters program of Lansing. Chad is thrilled to be teaching at LCC, where he most recently directed the stage adaptation of Jane Eyre and The Crucible.
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