This #FrontRowFriday, the welcome wagon is back for another round here at Encore. You’ve met two of our new apprentices, Gloria and Kyla, so now it’s time to chat with Jordan Wells who’s joining Encore’s team as the 2019/2020 Education Apprentice.
Encore: Briefly introduce yourself: what’s your experience with theatre and/or education/youth activities?
Jordan: I’ve been involved in theatre since I was 6 years old. I’ve performed in a variety of plays, including Measure for Measure, The Diviners, and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime, in addition to doing technical work on several productions while pursuing my undergraduate degree in Production Studies in Performing Arts from Clemson University. I’ve also been a workshop presenter at the South Carolina Theatre Association’s annual conference, a guest lecturer, and I completed a 10-week education internship with Lexington Children’s Theatre in Lexington, KY this past summer.
Encore: What’s the most memorable theatre experience you’ve ever had?
Jordan: The most memorable theatre experience I’ve had was assistant directing Godspell at Clemson. This was the experience that led to my deciding to pursue a career in theatre education.
Encore: What led you to apply for Encore’s apprenticeship program?
Jordan: I really liked that Encore wanted to help young people develop an appreciation for all elements of theatre, not just performing. I applied because I wanted to work for a company with a mission statement that was compatible with my own.
Encore: What are you most excited about during your time with us?
Jordan: I’m most excited to experience the wide variety of class structures that Encore offers students because they allow community enrichment to happen in so many ways.
Encore: Which show are you most looking forward to in our 2019/2020 season and why?
Jordan: I’m most looking forward to Narnia this season. I loved the movies and the books as a kid, and I’m excited to see it onstage for the first time.
Encore: If you had to describe yourself in 5 words or short phrases, what would they be?
Jordan: Honest, Dedicated, Passionate, Genuine, and Reliable.
You can expect to meet Jordan during our theatre education classes, teaching after-school enrichment, and assisting with our Scout Workshops this season. Early Fall Saturday classes begin next week, so there’s still time to sign up and join Miss Jordan!
Additional photos supplied by Jordan Wells. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.