Steve Pacek
Theatre
Actor
Theatre, Musical Theatre, Television
Actor's Equity member and SAG eligible. Actor, singer, dancer. Extensive work in the regional markets. BFA Ithaca College. Additional studies at Dell'Arte School of Physical Theatre, Broadway Dance Center, The Edge, Jen Waldman Studio, Tom Burke Vocal Studio and private voice with Priscilla Bagley.
Director
Plays, Musicals, Devised Pieces, Special Events
SDC associate member. I am most passionate about new or newly re-energized prices of theatre that excite the imagination, stimulate conversation and provoke real emotional responses. Equally comfortable with small two-handers, full-scale musicals, collaborating in a devised process or crafting a unique one-night only gala or benefit.
Choreographer
Dance and Movement
SDC associate member. Trained mostly in jazz, contemporary and tap. My work is also heavily influenced by my continued practice in Viewpoints, Laban effort shapes and clowning. The body is always telling a story, without ever having to say a word. Harnessing that potential is what excites me most as I aim to make visceral experiences that can change the energy in a room.
A"philly"ations
Professional affiliations in Philadelphia
I am a co-founder and Associate Artistic Director of 11th Hour Theatre Company, Philadelphia's only "all musicals, all the time" company. I am also the co-chair of Theatre Philadelphia, an organization that is committed to leading efforts to grow audiences and promote the public's participation in the work of the Philadelphia theatre community!
Teaching
Jen Waldman Studio provides actors with a safe space to explore and experiment. We celebrate each artist's unique creative voice and provide them with the tools to share their artistry with confidence and pride.
WE BELIEVE
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every artist deserves an opportunity to practice their craft in a safe, risk-loving space.
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we are responsible for envisioning a diverse theatre, practicing inclusion, and calling out intolerance.
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a supportive and thriving artistic community is something we all create together.
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technique is absolutely essential.
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art and science are inextricably linked.
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the body is the key to unlocking the actor’s greatest work.
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it is the actor’s responsibility to honor the text.
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education is a life-long pursuit.
EVOLVE Studio is a place for working professional actors (or soon-to-be working professional actors) in Philadelphia to practice their craft in a way that the rehearsal room doesn't always allow for. It is a place to expand your artistry beyond the comfort zone and think outside the box. We maintain a supportive and safe space where you can evolve into the artist you are meant to be...