Liz Coronado Castillo
E mail: castliz32@gmail.com
EDUCATION:
2004 Master of Fine Arts, Theatre, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
Focus: Playwriting
Thesis Title: Keep the Drama on the Stage: Writing an Autobiographical Play
Advisor: Dr. Norman Bert
GPA: 3.842
1999 Bachelor of Arts, Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Alpine, Texas
Major: Theatre
Minor: Art
Advisor: Gregory M. Schwab
GPA: 3.746
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Adjunct Professor:
Graduate Playwriting (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Fall 09, Fall 2013)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of playwriting as well as the production of a final submission ready script.
Adjunct Professor:
Graduate Sound Design (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Summer 09)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of sound design.
Adjunct Professor:
Directing II: (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Spring 11)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of directing, culminating in the production of a short one-act play.
Adjunct Professor:
Dramatic Theory and Script Analysis (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Spring 07, Fall 2011, Spring 2013.)
Teaching an understanding of script analysis as a basis for understanding, criticizing, and producing plays. A basic introduction to theory and its application to the stage.
Adjunct Professor:
Fine Arts Appreciation (Theatre Section) (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Fall 2012, Spring 2015)
This class offers a brief introduction to the theatre art form. Fostering an understanding, critical appreciation and enjoyment.
Adjunct Professor:
First Year Seminar: (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Fall 2014)
This class is intended to give new incoming students an overall understanding of higher ed and this university, covering major topics such as degree plans and financial aid.
Adjunct Professor:
Introduction to Theatre (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Fall 2012, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015)
This class is an overall introduction to the theatre art form. Fostering an understanding, critical appreciation and enjoyment.
Adjunct Professor:
Playwriting (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Spring 08, Fall 2013)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of playwriting.
Adjunct Professor:
Latina/o Playwrights: Identity and Performance (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University Summer 06, Spring 2010)
This course focused on the theatrical production and literary value of works by Latina/o playwrights, examining issues of ethnicity, politics, and identity formation as they relate to the three major Latina/o populations, Puerto Rican, Cuban American, and Chicana/o in an attempt to create a culturally aware environment in which to examine the aesthetics of these texts.
Adjunct Professor:
Screenplay Writing: (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University Fall 2011)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of writing a screenplay.
Adjunct Professor:
Theatre Workshop: (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University Fall 2012, Spring 2013)
This course teaching the fundamentals and practice of scenic construction.
Teaching Assistant:
Introduction to Cinema (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Spring 04)
A study of the cinematic art form.
Teaching Assistant:
Introduction to Cinema (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Fall 03)
A study of the cinematic art form.
Instructor:
Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Spring 03)
Introduction to the art of Oral Interpretation for non theatre majors. Focuses on developing basic voice, performance and interpretation skills.
Instructor:
Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Fall 02)
Introduction to the art of Oral Interpretation for non theatre majors. Focuses on developing basic voice, performance and interpretation skills.
Instructor:
Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Spring 02)
Introduction to the art of Oral Interpretation for non theatre majors. Focuses on developing basic voice, performance and interpretation skills.
Teaching Assistant:
Introduction to Cinema (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Fall 01)
A study of the cinematic art form.
CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE
Paper Title: Contesting Nora: A New Chicana Adaptation of a Doll’s House
Presenter. Association for Theatre in Higher Education New York, August 8-11, 2009
AFFILIATIONS
Member, Dramatist Guild
SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY
Financial Aid Appeals Committee
Financial Aid Scholarship Committee
Orientation Committee
SSS Club Sponsor
HONORS AND AWARDS:
Invited Staged Reading: American College Theatre Festival, Region VI
Moises 2015
Respondent Nomination and Invited Regional Festival Production: American College Theatre Festival, Region VI
Aye, No! 2011
Excellence in Playwriting
Department of Theatre and Dance, Texas Tech University 2004
Excellence in Playwriting
Department of Theatre and Dance, Texas Tech University 2003
Committee Nomination: American College Theatre Festival, Region III
Little Girls Don’t Do That
El Paso, Texas 2003
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Sul Ross State University 1999
Inducted into Alpha Chi
Sul Ross State University 1998
Best Student Director
Department of Theatre, Sul Ross State University 1998
Freshman Theatre Major of the Year
Department of Theatre, Sul Ross State University 1997
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:
Director Student Support Services
Sul Ross State University Nov. 2009-Present
Head Recruiter
Sul Ross State University August 2005 - 2009
Scene Shop Staff
Department of Theatre and Dance, Texas Tech University Fall 01 – Spring 04
Technical Director
The Llano Estacado Institute for the Performing Arts, Summer 2002
Lubbock, Texas
Scene Shop Staff
Department of Theatre, Sul Ross State University Summer 98 - Fall 99
RESEARCH AREA AND INTEREST:
Ethnicity and Performance
Theory and Identity
Feminist Theory and Performance
Contemporary Chicana/o Theatre
LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH
Spanish: Reading, Writing and Speaking Competency
ACTING EXPERIENCE:
The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler
Directed by Radhica Ganapathy
Department of Women’s Studies, Texas Tech University
Ensemble 2004
The Amen Corner by James Baldwin
Directed by Cleo House Jr.
Laboratory Theatre, Texas Tech University
Role: Sister Douglass 2003
The Tempest by William Shakespeare
Directed by Dr. Elizabeth Homan
Charles E. Maedgen Theatre, Texas Tech University
Role: Stephano 2002
Othello by William Shakespeare
Directed by Charles Pulliam
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Lodovico, Clown 1999
The Actor’s Nightmare by Christopher Durang
Directed by Suzanne Harris
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Dame Ellen 1998
Hapgood by Tom Stoppard
Directed by: Gregory Mark Schwab
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Hapgood 1998
Real Women Have Curves by Josefina Lopez
Directed by Tina Marie Rodriguez
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Ana 1997
Dolls by Jerome McDonough
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University
Role: Sam 1996
Dracula Bites by David Deacon & Geoffrey Howard
Directed by Roxanna Barnes
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Felicia
1996
DIRECTING EXPERIENCE:
Petra’s Sueño by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Theatre of the Big Bend 2009
Alpine, TX
La Victima by El Teatro de la Esperanza
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2009
Alpine, TX
Petra’s Cuento by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Theatre of the Big Bend 2008
Alpine, TX
Casa de Muñeca by Liz Castillo
A New Chicana Adaptation of Ibsen’s A Doll House
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2008
Alpine, TX
Petra’s Pecado by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Theatre of the Big Bend 2007
Alpine, TX
Little Girls Don’t Do That by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2006
Alpine, TX
Footlight Frenzy by Ron House, Diz White, Alan Shearman, Bud Slocum
Sul Ross State University Theatre 1999
Alpine, TX
Hubie’s Best Friend by Jules Tasca
Sul Ross State University Theatre 1998
Alpine, TX
Dolls by Jerome McDonough
Sul Ross State University, Department of Counseling 1996
Alpine, TX
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Petra’s Sueño by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Directed by Liz Castillo
Theatre of the Big Bend
Sound Design 2009
Petra’s Cuento by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Directed by Liz Castillo
Theatre of the Big Bend
Sound Design 2008
Casa de Muñeca
A new Chicana Adaptation of Ibsen’s A Doll House
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2008
Sound Design
Petra’s Pecado
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Sound Design 2007
Little Girls Don’t Do That
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Sound Design 2006
PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:
All My Sons by Arthur Miller
Directed by Dr. George Sorenson
The Llano Estacado Institute for the Performing Arts, Lubbock, Texas
Set Design and Construction
Light and Sound Design 2002
The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Magnolia by Preston Jones
Directed by Rebecca Walker
The Llano Estacado Institute for the Performing Arts, Lubbock, Texas
Set Design and Construction
Light and Sound Design 2002
DRAMATURGY:
Dramaturge 2007
Teatro Vivo, Austin, Texas
PLAYWRITING:
Moises
Production History:
Directed by Dona Roman
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2014
Aye, No!: Part Dos
Production History:
Directed by Dona Roman
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2012
Casa De Muñca
Production History
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2008
Little Girls Don’t Do That
Production History:
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2007
Directed By Asae Dean
Theatre X, University of New Mexico 2004
Directed by Radhica Ganapathy
American College Theatre Festival, Region III
University of Texas at El Paso Theatre 2003
Committee Nomination
Directed by Radhica Ganapathy
Laboratory Theatre, Texas Tech University 2003
Aye No!
Production History:
Directed by Valli Marie Rivera
Camino Real Productions 2015
Directed by Ricky Ramon
Teatro Vivo 2014
Directed by Ronn Campbell
Columbia Basin College 2012
Directed by Dona Roman
Sul Ross State University 2010/2011
Directed by Justin Cypert
Raider Red One-Act Play Spectacular, Texas Tech University 2003
Relax, Relate, Shut Up!
Production History:
Directed by Chris Alleman
Raider Red One-Act Play Spectacular, Texas Tech University 2002
E mail: castliz32@gmail.com
EDUCATION:
2004 Master of Fine Arts, Theatre, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
Focus: Playwriting
Thesis Title: Keep the Drama on the Stage: Writing an Autobiographical Play
Advisor: Dr. Norman Bert
GPA: 3.842
1999 Bachelor of Arts, Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Alpine, Texas
Major: Theatre
Minor: Art
Advisor: Gregory M. Schwab
GPA: 3.746
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Adjunct Professor:
Graduate Playwriting (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Fall 09, Fall 2013)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of playwriting as well as the production of a final submission ready script.
Adjunct Professor:
Graduate Sound Design (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Summer 09)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of sound design.
Adjunct Professor:
Directing II: (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Spring 11)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of directing, culminating in the production of a short one-act play.
Adjunct Professor:
Dramatic Theory and Script Analysis (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Spring 07, Fall 2011, Spring 2013.)
Teaching an understanding of script analysis as a basis for understanding, criticizing, and producing plays. A basic introduction to theory and its application to the stage.
Adjunct Professor:
Fine Arts Appreciation (Theatre Section) (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Fall 2012, Spring 2015)
This class offers a brief introduction to the theatre art form. Fostering an understanding, critical appreciation and enjoyment.
Adjunct Professor:
First Year Seminar: (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Fall 2014)
This class is intended to give new incoming students an overall understanding of higher ed and this university, covering major topics such as degree plans and financial aid.
Adjunct Professor:
Introduction to Theatre (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Fall 2012, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015)
This class is an overall introduction to the theatre art form. Fostering an understanding, critical appreciation and enjoyment.
Adjunct Professor:
Playwriting (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University, Spring 08, Fall 2013)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of playwriting.
Adjunct Professor:
Latina/o Playwrights: Identity and Performance (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University Summer 06, Spring 2010)
This course focused on the theatrical production and literary value of works by Latina/o playwrights, examining issues of ethnicity, politics, and identity formation as they relate to the three major Latina/o populations, Puerto Rican, Cuban American, and Chicana/o in an attempt to create a culturally aware environment in which to examine the aesthetics of these texts.
Adjunct Professor:
Screenplay Writing: (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University Fall 2011)
This course focuses on the theory and practice of writing a screenplay.
Adjunct Professor:
Theatre Workshop: (Dept. of Theatre, Sul Ross State University Fall 2012, Spring 2013)
This course teaching the fundamentals and practice of scenic construction.
Teaching Assistant:
Introduction to Cinema (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Spring 04)
A study of the cinematic art form.
Teaching Assistant:
Introduction to Cinema (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Fall 03)
A study of the cinematic art form.
Instructor:
Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Spring 03)
Introduction to the art of Oral Interpretation for non theatre majors. Focuses on developing basic voice, performance and interpretation skills.
Instructor:
Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Fall 02)
Introduction to the art of Oral Interpretation for non theatre majors. Focuses on developing basic voice, performance and interpretation skills.
Instructor:
Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Spring 02)
Introduction to the art of Oral Interpretation for non theatre majors. Focuses on developing basic voice, performance and interpretation skills.
Teaching Assistant:
Introduction to Cinema (Dept. of Theatre, Texas Tech University Fall 01)
A study of the cinematic art form.
CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE
Paper Title: Contesting Nora: A New Chicana Adaptation of a Doll’s House
Presenter. Association for Theatre in Higher Education New York, August 8-11, 2009
AFFILIATIONS
Member, Dramatist Guild
SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY
Financial Aid Appeals Committee
Financial Aid Scholarship Committee
Orientation Committee
SSS Club Sponsor
HONORS AND AWARDS:
Invited Staged Reading: American College Theatre Festival, Region VI
Moises 2015
Respondent Nomination and Invited Regional Festival Production: American College Theatre Festival, Region VI
Aye, No! 2011
Excellence in Playwriting
Department of Theatre and Dance, Texas Tech University 2004
Excellence in Playwriting
Department of Theatre and Dance, Texas Tech University 2003
Committee Nomination: American College Theatre Festival, Region III
Little Girls Don’t Do That
El Paso, Texas 2003
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Sul Ross State University 1999
Inducted into Alpha Chi
Sul Ross State University 1998
Best Student Director
Department of Theatre, Sul Ross State University 1998
Freshman Theatre Major of the Year
Department of Theatre, Sul Ross State University 1997
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:
Director Student Support Services
Sul Ross State University Nov. 2009-Present
Head Recruiter
Sul Ross State University August 2005 - 2009
Scene Shop Staff
Department of Theatre and Dance, Texas Tech University Fall 01 – Spring 04
Technical Director
The Llano Estacado Institute for the Performing Arts, Summer 2002
Lubbock, Texas
Scene Shop Staff
Department of Theatre, Sul Ross State University Summer 98 - Fall 99
RESEARCH AREA AND INTEREST:
Ethnicity and Performance
Theory and Identity
Feminist Theory and Performance
Contemporary Chicana/o Theatre
LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH
Spanish: Reading, Writing and Speaking Competency
ACTING EXPERIENCE:
The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler
Directed by Radhica Ganapathy
Department of Women’s Studies, Texas Tech University
Ensemble 2004
The Amen Corner by James Baldwin
Directed by Cleo House Jr.
Laboratory Theatre, Texas Tech University
Role: Sister Douglass 2003
The Tempest by William Shakespeare
Directed by Dr. Elizabeth Homan
Charles E. Maedgen Theatre, Texas Tech University
Role: Stephano 2002
Othello by William Shakespeare
Directed by Charles Pulliam
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Lodovico, Clown 1999
The Actor’s Nightmare by Christopher Durang
Directed by Suzanne Harris
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Dame Ellen 1998
Hapgood by Tom Stoppard
Directed by: Gregory Mark Schwab
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Hapgood 1998
Real Women Have Curves by Josefina Lopez
Directed by Tina Marie Rodriguez
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Ana 1997
Dolls by Jerome McDonough
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University
Role: Sam 1996
Dracula Bites by David Deacon & Geoffrey Howard
Directed by Roxanna Barnes
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Role: Felicia
1996
DIRECTING EXPERIENCE:
Petra’s Sueño by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Theatre of the Big Bend 2009
Alpine, TX
La Victima by El Teatro de la Esperanza
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2009
Alpine, TX
Petra’s Cuento by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Theatre of the Big Bend 2008
Alpine, TX
Casa de Muñeca by Liz Castillo
A New Chicana Adaptation of Ibsen’s A Doll House
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2008
Alpine, TX
Petra’s Pecado by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Theatre of the Big Bend 2007
Alpine, TX
Little Girls Don’t Do That by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2006
Alpine, TX
Footlight Frenzy by Ron House, Diz White, Alan Shearman, Bud Slocum
Sul Ross State University Theatre 1999
Alpine, TX
Hubie’s Best Friend by Jules Tasca
Sul Ross State University Theatre 1998
Alpine, TX
Dolls by Jerome McDonough
Sul Ross State University, Department of Counseling 1996
Alpine, TX
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Petra’s Sueño by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Directed by Liz Castillo
Theatre of the Big Bend
Sound Design 2009
Petra’s Cuento by Rupert Reyes, Jr
Directed by Liz Castillo
Theatre of the Big Bend
Sound Design 2008
Casa de Muñeca
A new Chicana Adaptation of Ibsen’s A Doll House
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2008
Sound Design
Petra’s Pecado
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Sound Design 2007
Little Girls Don’t Do That
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre
Sound Design 2006
PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:
All My Sons by Arthur Miller
Directed by Dr. George Sorenson
The Llano Estacado Institute for the Performing Arts, Lubbock, Texas
Set Design and Construction
Light and Sound Design 2002
The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Magnolia by Preston Jones
Directed by Rebecca Walker
The Llano Estacado Institute for the Performing Arts, Lubbock, Texas
Set Design and Construction
Light and Sound Design 2002
DRAMATURGY:
Dramaturge 2007
Teatro Vivo, Austin, Texas
PLAYWRITING:
Moises
Production History:
Directed by Dona Roman
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2014
Aye, No!: Part Dos
Production History:
Directed by Dona Roman
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2012
Casa De Muñca
Production History
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2008
Little Girls Don’t Do That
Production History:
Directed by Liz Castillo
Sul Ross State University Theatre 2007
Directed By Asae Dean
Theatre X, University of New Mexico 2004
Directed by Radhica Ganapathy
American College Theatre Festival, Region III
University of Texas at El Paso Theatre 2003
Committee Nomination
Directed by Radhica Ganapathy
Laboratory Theatre, Texas Tech University 2003
Aye No!
Production History:
Directed by Valli Marie Rivera
Camino Real Productions 2015
Directed by Ricky Ramon
Teatro Vivo 2014
Directed by Ronn Campbell
Columbia Basin College 2012
Directed by Dona Roman
Sul Ross State University 2010/2011
Directed by Justin Cypert
Raider Red One-Act Play Spectacular, Texas Tech University 2003
Relax, Relate, Shut Up!
Production History:
Directed by Chris Alleman
Raider Red One-Act Play Spectacular, Texas Tech University 2002
