Philip J. Gill
1918 Pecan Tree Street
St. Peters, MO 63376
(314) 520-8191
EDUCATION
M.F.A., Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO, Dec. 2013: Directing
B.F.A., Drake University, Des Moines, IA, May 2008: Musical Theatre
Minor- History
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
Adjunct Professor:
History of the American Musical, Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, January 2017-Present.
Advanced course required for Musical Theatre majors. A study of the history of the American musical from its origin, evolution, and effect on theatre today.
Theatre History I (In person and online hybrid), Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, August 2017-Present.
This course presents an in-depth exploration of the development of drama in form and production from pre-history to the 1700s. Significant chronological contributions to contemporary theatre are analyzed from the standpoint of subject matter, architecture, technology and acting styles. Required of all theatre majors and open to non-majors as well.
Theatre History II (In person and online hybrid), Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, January 2018-Present.
This course presents an in depth exploration the development of drama in form and production from the 1700s to the present. Significant chronological contributions to contemporary theatre are analyzed from the standpoint of subject matter, architecture, technology and acting styles. Required of all theatre majors and open to non-majors as well.
Acting I, Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, August 2018- Present.
This course is designed to teach basic skills to the beginning actor, the course explores the techniques of concentration, relaxation, nonverbal communication, and improvisation. This course is designed for theatre majors.
Survey of Dramatic Literature (In person, Online and hybrid), Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, August 2018- Present.
This course examines dramatic literature from all major periods of the Western world from ancient Greece to the present, providing an opportunity to understand the culture, history, and people that gave rise to it. The role of religion in theatre will be examined as it changes in emphasis, starting with the Greeks, to the present era, where it is almost absent. Emphasis is placed on bridging the gap that exists between the culture and time period of each play and the way in which each is presently interpreted and received. Students will contrast and relate the plays read in class to various aspects of modern culture and society. Required of all theatre majors and open to non-majors.
Modern Drama Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, January 2019-Present
This course is a study of modern and contemporary drama from Ibsen to the present, including realistic, naturalistic, symbolistic, poetic, expressionist, existentialist, absurdist, "epic." and experimental plays. The background and culture of the playwright and the ways in which both influence their writing, as well as the style of the writing, will be included in the study of each play. Special attention is paid to the evolution of theatrical style and form, and the ways in which we see it modeled in popular film, theatre, television, and animation. Required of all Theatre majors also a Gen Ed class.
Acting Studio: Auditions Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, January 2021-May 2021
This course is designed to teach actors how to audition, including the techniques of improvisation, monologues, cold reads, interviews and on-camera auditions. Student will learn to interpret the requirements of a casting notice, how to prepare a resume, the process of auditioning, and how to present themselves in an audition setting.
Directing I Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, January 2021-May 2021
This course consists of fundamental theory and practice for the stage director. It is a required course for all Theatre Majors.
Fundamentals of Acting Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, August 2021-December 2021
This course is designed for non-majors and will focus on empathizing with a character in a variety of dramatic contexts and is particularly suited for students who plan careers where role-playing is necessary and essential. Role-playing and characterization skills will be developed through a variety of acting games, improvisation scenarios, and in-depth character studies.
Director: Tartuffe, Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University
September 2020-November 2020
(COVID-19 precautions observed, socially distanced blocking, maskedactors and crew, recorded live with no audience present.)
Mr. Burns: A Post-electric Play, Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, January 2020- March 2020
A Christmas Carol, Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, October 2016-December 2016.
(Cast of 30 students and student designers, and crew members as well. In a theatre that seated 1200.)
Teaching Assistant: Musical Theatre Seminar: Acting the Song, Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, August 2013- December 2013. Professor Emily Jones.
Advanced studio course focusing on varius components of musical theatre performance. Providing feedback, and working songs with Undergraduate and Graduate students.
Graduate Assistant: Costume Shop, Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, August 2012- December 2013.
Manage undergraduate work study students in construction, manage the costume collection, accounting for all productions’ costume budgets. Experience dyeing, distressing, constructing and shopping for costumes.
Teaching Assistant: Acting Studio: Auditions, Department of Theatre, Lindenwood University, January 2013-May 2013. Professor Donna Northcott.
Working with Undergraduate and Graduate students in preparation of audition pieces.
Substitute: Confluence Academy School District, St. Louis, MO, August 2009- May 2010.
Substitute teacher for all subjects grades K-10.
Teaching Assistant: Costume Shop, Department of Theatre, Drake University, August 2005- May 2008.
Work with Costume Lab students in construction of costumes, Manage Costume collection.
RELEVANT TRAINING
Stage Intimacy:
Intimacy Directors and Coordinators (IDC) Foundations of Intimacy Workshop, Oct. 2021
THEATRE PRODUCTIONS
Director:
Merhant of Venice
St, Louis Shakespeare (St. Louis, MO) November 2019
Annie: The Musical
Act Two Theatre (St. Charles, MO) November 2018
Dreaming in Black and White
First Run Theatre (St. Louis, MO) July 2017
Drop Dead
Act Two Theatre (St. Charles, MO) May 2017 (St. Louis Theatre Mask Award winner Best Comedy)
The Other Side
First Run Theatre (St. Louis, MO), January 2016
Moonlight and Magnolias
Act Two Theatre (St. Charles, MO), August 2015
The Last Five Years
Emerson Black Box Theatre, Lindenwood University, October 2013
Stop Kiss
Jelkyl Theatre, Lindenwood University, February 2013
The Casino
Jelkyl Theatre, Lindenwood University, November 2012
Waiting
Jelkyl Theatre, Lindenwood University, March 2012
The Wizard of Oz
(Tour Actor/Director) Missoula Children’s Theatre, May 2010- May 2011
Assistant Director:
Cardenio
St. Louis Shakespeare, October 2017
Timon of Athens
St. Louis Shakespeare, July 2013
Costume Design:
A View from the Bridge
Emerson Black Box Theatre, Lindenwood University, January 2013
Actor (Representative Roles):
The Full Monty- Harold Nichols
Alton Little Theatre, July 2021
You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown- Linus Van Pelt
Alpha Players, May 2018
Bird’s Nest (World Primere)- Scott
First Run Theatre, January 2018
Man of No Importance- Father Kenney/Carson/Police Officer
Emerson Black Box Theatre, Lindenwood University- October 2012
The Wizard of Oz- (Tour Actor/Director) Uncle Henry/Scarecrow
Missoula Children’s Theatre, May 2010- May 2011
Christmas Belles- Brother Justin Waverly
Act II Theatre (St. Charles, MO), December 2009
A Midsummer Night’s Dream- Lysander
Muse of Fire Theatre (Birmingham, AL), April 2009
The Little Dog Laughed- Alex
Birmingham Festival Theatre (Birmingham, AL), November 2008
WORKSHOPS
Introduction to Viewpoints- Facilitator- Lindenwood University, May 2013
The Meat on the Bones: Creating the character- Facilitator- Missouri State Thespian Conference, January 2013
The Rhythm is Gonna Get You/Intro to Improv/Water Water Everywhere/Stage Make-up/Behind the Scenes- Facilitator- Missoula Children’s Theatre, May 2010-May 2011
Introduction to Viewpoints- Facilitator- Drake University, April 2008
MEMBERSHIPS
ATHE- Association for Theatre in Higher Education
Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity (Iowa Delta)
References available upon request.