Isaac Derkach

Designed and facilitated interactive arts-based learning experiences for diverse student audiences across Key Stage 3 and GCSE. Planned educational museum and cultural visits, coordinating logistics and safeguarding while adapting content for varied learning styles and access needs.

Facilitated storytelling- and performance-based learning experiences centered on critical interpretation of texts. Supported participant accessibility through ongoing assessment and feedback, teaching a range of theatrical styles and historical contexts.

Designed and delivered inclusive performing arts programming for diverse, multilingual student audiences and produced public performances from planning through audience presentation. Rebuilt theatre curriculum and extracurricular programming to increase student engagement and participation post-pandemic, using culturally responsive materials to broaden representation.

Coordinated live performance operations to ensure seamless execution of public-facing productions. Managed collaboration across creative teams, oversaw production logistics, and led safety protocols and participant training for performance environments.

Maintained continuity of learning across subject areas by adapting quickly to new environments and audiences. Built rapport and kept short-term assignments structured and engaging.

Conducted research to contextualize theatrical productions within historical, cultural, and social frameworks and created interpretive materials to support audience understanding. Facilitated discussions and talkback sessions to encourage dialogue between performers and audiences.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre at Anderson University.