About Me!
I am Terry Kitagawa (he/ him), PNW based "jack of all trades" theatremaker, originally from San Francisco and with many years working in NYC. I work as an actor, director, musician, designer, or any combination depending on my schedule.
I believe having knowledge in many different aspects of theatre, and using that knowledge to contribute to building collaborative spaces to create spectacular art. In college, in addition to studying acting and directing, I also studied scenic design, lighting design, stage managing, singing, dance and movement.
At my core is being an educator, as some of the most influential people in my life are teachers. I'm pretty sure I was awful when I started acting, and that no natural talent was to be found in me. But looking back on where I began, I have come so far in my journey as a theatremaker through years of hard work and the support of my many teachers and mentors. I believe that anyone can become an artist through that work and assistance, and I want to be that teacher for them.
Associate Artistic Director
Struts and Frets Theatre Co, a Willamette Valley based theatre company that creates accessible art through both affordable productions, and by having a no cost pre-professional internship for students to work alongside professional actors and technicians.
Monmouth Arts & Culture Commission Member - term through 2028
Candidate for MFA in Arts Leadership - Randolph College - expected 2028
Cheers!
I believe having knowledge in many different aspects of theatre, and using that knowledge to contribute to building collaborative spaces to create spectacular art. In college, in addition to studying acting and directing, I also studied scenic design, lighting design, stage managing, singing, dance and movement.
At my core is being an educator, as some of the most influential people in my life are teachers. I'm pretty sure I was awful when I started acting, and that no natural talent was to be found in me. But looking back on where I began, I have come so far in my journey as a theatremaker through years of hard work and the support of my many teachers and mentors. I believe that anyone can become an artist through that work and assistance, and I want to be that teacher for them.
Associate Artistic Director
Struts and Frets Theatre Co, a Willamette Valley based theatre company that creates accessible art through both affordable productions, and by having a no cost pre-professional internship for students to work alongside professional actors and technicians.
Monmouth Arts & Culture Commission Member - term through 2028
Candidate for MFA in Arts Leadership - Randolph College - expected 2028
Cheers!
Up Next: Associate Directing Two Kids That Blow Sh*t Up - Theatre Diaspora