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Anna Kimmell is a director/choreographer and arts educator based in Asheville, NC who specializes in creating engaging theatrical experiences for all ages.

With over 15 years of experience in professional theatre, she is passionate about fostering creativity and connection through performance and outreach.

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Directed and choreographed HOLIDAY INN at Western Carolina University. 

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Teaches Tap at Western Carolina University, Adult Tap and Broadway Dance at the Wortham Center, and youth theatre with Playground Stage.

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Leads an in-school scene writing residency at Johnston Elementary funded by Arts AVL. 

AUDITION COACHING & PRIVATE LESSONS

With over a decade of success as an audition and college prep coach, Anna specializes in musical theatre and acting auditions. Former students have been accepted to some of the top training programs in the country:

 

  • CCM - University of Cincinnati

  • Boston Conservatory

  • Elon University

  • Pace University

  • New York University 

  • Marymount Manhattan College 

  • Institute for American Musical Theatre 

  • Shenandoah University

  • Florida State University   ​

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