Abigail Akard
Assistant Professor of Practice - Theatre & Technical Director
Education
- M.F.A. Florida State University
- B.A. Birmingham-Southern College
Background
As Technical Director, I coordinate and oversee the construction and technical design of scenery and props and provide leadership and share my knowledge in the areas of theatrical rigging, lighting, sound, and projections. It is rewarding to work with undergraduate students as they discover what about theater brings them joy and fulfillment. Prior to working at Davidson, I attended Florida State University where I taught classes in stagecraft, carpentry, and scenic painting. I spent two summer seasons in central Maine as the Technical Director and Production Manager of Ghostlight. I am a member of USITT, The United States Institute for Theater Technology Inc.