Theater Health And Safety

What others have said:

“A kinder, gentler Dr. Doom.“
“I keep taking her summer classes because I learn so much in a supportive, risk-free environment”
“A walking encyclopedia of resources.”
“THE authority when it comes to technical theater safety in schools.”
“One of the best presenters we’ve ever had. Appreciate her vast knowledge and ability to tailor her presentation to our facility.”
“She led the group that literally wrote the standard for technical theater education, and is changing the industry.”
“Appreciate you taking time to talk with my college students. I learned some things, too!”
“I know if Kristi says it, it will be reliable and useful. I look forward to reading her posts.”
“An engaging presenter. She had us laughing one minute and slack-jaw terrified the next. I learned more in those two hours than I have in semester long grad classes.”
“I always look forward to her sessions because I know she’ll put together a panel of smart people and ensure they all have a moment to shine.”
“As a music teacher, most inservice days are a waste of time for me, but Kristi’s humor and knowledge made this one fly by. Wish I could have her here again!”
“Simply the best at all she does. She makes our industry better on a global scale.”
“If you have any doubts – set them aside and hire her. She’s amazing!”

Previous presentation hosts include (highlights):
Canadian National Drama Teachers Conference
International Secondary Education Theater Safety Association
United States Institute for Theater Technology
National Association of Music Merchants
National Federation of State High Scholl Associations
International Thespian Festival
Southeast Theater Conference
INFOcomm
Association of Performing Arts Professionals
Alliance for American Theater Education
Alliance for Wisconsin Theater Education
Alliance for Theater in Higher Education
Louisiana Thespians
Wisconsin State Theater Festival
Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association
Madison Metropolitan School District
Menasha School District
Taipei American School
Tomahawk HS
Appleton North HS
Lawrence University
Michigan Technological University

Madison College
METTS (USITT Midwest Educational Technical Theater Symposium)
and numerous IATSE members, AVL techs/designers, and others!

Upcoming Classes and Conferences:

September 20
Alliance for Wisconsin Theater Education
WSMA Headquarters,
Waunakee, WI

September 23-24
National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Performing Arts Conference
Chicago, IL

October 15
Live Audio Production
Madison College
Madison, WI

October 25
Using Student Stage Managers
Canadian Theater Teachers (ZOOM)

October 28
Wauwautosa East HS Theater
Careers in Live Events

October 29
IATSE basic stagehand skills

November 4
IATSE basic stagehand skills

November 13-14-15
Event Safety Alliance
San Diego, CA

November 21-22-23
Careers for All!
WISDAA Wisconsin State Drama Festival
UW-Milwaukee

December
RIGZ and a session on follow spot operation
LDI – Las Vegas

January
TBD, KCACTF Region III

January
TBA, NAMM, Anaheim, CA

March
BACKstage Exam Update,
USITT
Columbus, Ohio

June
Intro to Audio for Live Events
INFOComm
Orlando, FL

June
TBA,
International Thespian Festival
Bloomington, Indiana

July
USITT-Midwest Section METTS
Location TBD

October
Event Safety Alliance Canada