Anna Brown
Actor - Musician - Teaching Artist - Arts Advocate
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About Anna
About Anna
A lifelong resident of the greater Chicagoland area, Anna began her performing arts journey at the age of five. What started as a persistent childhood interest in piano lessons evolved into a comprehensive education in the performing arts. Throughout her youth, Anna cultivated a diverse skill set spanning piano, violin, orchestral performance, theatre, and dance, fostering a disciplined work ethic that would define her professional career.
A pivotal moment in Anna's artistic development occurred during the summer preceding her senior year of high school, when she was selected for the inaugural Musical Theatre Intensive at The Goodman Theatre in Chicago, IL. This experience shifted her perspective on the power and potential of the performing arts and solidified her professional trajectory.
Anna received her Bachelor of Arts in Music Theater from Carthage College, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She also holds a Master's in Arts Leadership and Cultural Management from Colorado State University, with a Certificate in Nonprofit Administration. She has performed professionally at notable venues including Six Flags Great America, Music Theater Works, and Provision Theater. Anna currently works in Community Engagement for JCC Chicago, helping to bring enriching and educational programming to the Chicago community.
In addition to her work on stage, Anna is a dedicated educator. She has spent many years as a teaching artist, working independently and with esteemed organizations such as Beyond Center Stage Performing Arts Academy, JCC Chicago, CYT Chicago, and Elmhurst Children's Theater.
Specialties include:
Specialties include:
Musical theatre performance
Vocal performance
Modeling
Youth and adult arts education
Private music and acting lessons
Group theatre classes
Arts administration
Music direction
Piano accompaniment
Artist's Statement
Artist's Statement
"My work is rooted in the belief that the performing arts are a vital tool for storytelling, connection, and community advocacy. As a multi-disciplinary artist, I approach every project with a "can-do" mentality and a deep respect for the technical foundations of my craft. Whether I am behind a piano, choreographing with my students, or standing center stage, my practice is steeped in a lifelong dedication to technical excellence, personal growth, and advocacy for the arts.
Beyond my own time on stage, my work as a performer is deeply intertwined with my role as a teaching artist and arts advocate. Having been shaped by the vibrant Chicago arts scene from a young age, I am dedicated to fostering the next generation of performers. I view education not just as the transfer of skills, but as a way to empower students to find their own voices. My career is a continuous exploration of how music and theatre can serve as a universal language, whether through a professional production, a private lesson, or a collaborative community event."
~ Anna Brown
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