Kelly Murphey
Theatre Specialist
Dallas
Having a passion for both architecture and theatre, Kelly comes to theatre planning as a Theatre Specialist with over fifteen years of experience in theatre education, technical theatre, and design.
During those years in academia, Kelly participated in two renovations to his school’s auditorium. He understands the importance of listening to the end user’s needs and the value of true collaboration from everyone involved.
Recently adding more stamps to his passport, Kelly traveled to Dubai and Prague as Production Designer and Co-Creator, respectively, of unique audience-immersive sound experiences.
Completed Prior to Joining Schuler Shook
Abilene Shakespeare Festival, Sound Designer, 2021
Morning, Noon, Evening, and Night, Prague Quadrennial, Co-Creator
Public Domain, American University of Sharjah, Production Designer
Sweet Charity, Hardin-Simmons University, Scenic Designer
Canterville, Texas Tech University, Scenic Designer
Title of Show, Hardin-Simmons University, Lighting Designer
Education
- BFA - Abilene Christian University
- MFA - Texas Tech University
Organizations
- United States Institute for Theatre Technology
Awards
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Commendation for Design Excellence, USITT–ASTC Venue Renovation Challenge, 2019