Jessie Marie Bender
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Jessie is a multi-hyphenated theatre educator, manager, and artist with several years of experience in stage management, intimacy direction, and performing. She is currently a Stage Management lecturer at Chapman University and UC Santa Barbara, as well as an Associate Faculty member at Irvine Valley College.
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stage management
Jessie Marie Bender is an experienced production and deck stage manager with an MFA in the field from UCI. With 12 years of theatre and 5 years of stage management under her belt. Jessie is well equipped to handle any production with focus, empathy, and a keen attention to detail. Her extensive experience and educational background allow her to navigate the complexities of stage management with confidence and grace, ensuring that every production runs smoothly and efficiently.