Sherri Sutton
@sherrisutton
International theatre director and educator, shaping actor training and devised, ensemble-led performance.
SwitzerlandWhat I'm looking for
I’m an international theatre director, performer, and educator with over 25 years of experience in actor training, devised theatre, and ensemble-based performance. I’ve led large-scale teaching and production work, including serving as a former Chief Examiner for the International Baccalaureate Theatre Program and contributing to global curriculum review and teacher training.
At the International School of Geneva, I’ve grown the Theatre Department as Theatre Educator & Mentor (Years 7–13) and as Head of Department (Theatre). I teach acting, devising, and theatre studies, co-develop vertically aligned IB-style curriculum, and mentor senior students in creating independent solo performances (100+ original works developed), while integrating theatre practices across disciplines to support interdisciplinary learning and student wellbeing. Alongside teaching, I direct award-worthy productions and musical theatre, and I build inquiry-driven, critical thinking approaches through immersive, site-specific, and ensemble-driven work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Theatre Educator & Mentor
International School of Geneva
Jan 2014 - Present (12 years 4 months)
Taught acting, devising, and theatre studies to Years 7–13 and mentored students to create 100+ independent solo performances. Co-developed vertically aligned Years 7–11 curriculum emphasizing ensemble and creative agency, and provided pastoral mentorship for wellbeing and transition to higher education.
IB Theatre Chief Examiner
Jan 2005 - Present (21 years 4 months)
Led global assessment standards for IB Theatre as Chief Examiner (2009–2016). Served as Principal Examiner (2016–present) and contributed to DP & MYP Arts curriculum review and delivered international teacher training and workshops.
Head of Theatre Department
International School of Geneva
Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years)
Led Theatre department vision and curriculum development while managing production programming and departmental budget. Strengthened alignment with the school’s mission and community engagement through staff growth and coordinated departmental planning.
Theatre Educator & Leader
Atlanta International School
Jan 1997 - Jan 2004 (7 years)
Taught middle and high school theatre, including International Baccalaureate Theatre, and co-developed the IB Theatre curriculum during early implementation. Directed extracurricular productions and after-school programming, and as Director of Student Services (2003–2004) led pastoral advisory and diversity initiatives while developing wellbeing and school-climate policies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Shorter University
Bachelor of Science, Theatre, Sociology, Psychology
Completed a B.S. program in Theatre, Sociology, and Psychology at Shorter University.
Central Washington University
Graduate Coursework, Theatre Arts
Completed graduate-level coursework in Theatre Arts at Central Washington University.
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Location
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