Kelly Bouma

CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: kellybouma@gmail.com
Phone: 4063967861
Organization (if applicable): Roxy Theater
*can create original residencies

BACKGROUND
Art Form: Dance/Creative Movement
Experience: -Teach dance-theater residencies (org. Bare Bait Dance) in high schools
-SPARK teaching artist (trained, 1-2 completed residencies)
-MFA Theater/Acting, Methods of Teaching
-Working Artist (media & live arts)
-Employee of MCPS (Substitute Teacher

RAPID-FIRE Q/A
Three words to describe you? Outgoing, witty, energetic

What was your first arts "aha" moment, including how old were you? I was cast as the Pauper in a musical called "The Princess and the Pauper" when I was in 4th grade. I felt seen. My teacher and the director was incredible. She nurtured my interest in theater and gave my enthusiasm/energy purpose. I was hooked.

Why are you a teaching artist? I want other kids to find their voice, their expression the way I did. I want them to be and feel seen.

In five words or less, why do you love your art form? Myself, others, the world collide.

Finish the sentence: "Because of Arts Ed..." ..kids and young adults can move and learn through and with their whole body.

What does success look like during your residency? At least one kid walks away thinking, "I want to do that again!"

What’s an important life skill you gained through the arts? Collaboration.

Who is an artist that changed your life? Marina Abramovic

If you were entering a talent show, what would be your specific talent? Standing there, totally present with the audience. They can ask ANY question, I will answer truthfully (hooked up to a lie detector for fun/effect)

Do you have a secret (or not so secret) obsession? My home and making it the best place for me and my family.