Brendan returns to PlayFest for a second year. He has been artistic director of SHADOWLAND STAGES since 2005 and has directed and/or produced over 100 productions, including multiple world premieres, and shows featuring such actors as Sean Astin, Judd Hirsch, David Strathairn, Stephanie Zimbalist, Paula Prentiss, and more. During his tenure, SHADOWLAND STAGES completed restoration of its MainStage building, built the Studio at SHADOWLAND STAGES, and constructed actor and staff housing. The theatre has received multiple awards during his tenure, including Ulster County Cultural Business of the Year, Arts Organization of the Year from Arts Mid-Hudson, Citizen of the Year from the Ellenville Noonday Club, and recognition from the NAACP for contributions to our community. Brendan’s regional work includes productions at Seven Angels Theatre, New Jersey Rep, Chenango River Theatre, Half Moon Theatre, and FringeNYC. A member of SDC and AEA, he is also an instructor in the Department of Theatre Arts at SUNY New Paltz.
