RICK ROEMER
ACTOR, DIRECTOR, VOICE ACTOR, TEACHING ARTIST.
With over 40 years as a performer and more than 20 years as a director and teacher, Rick brings deep experience to every project. As an actor, director, voice actor and teacher, he is driven by a passion for creating bold, engaging theatrical work on stage and on camera.
Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn-out, shouting ’Holy Shit! What a ride!’
ABOUT
Rick retired Professor Emeritus from Southwestern University Department of Theater near Austin, TX in 2015, where he served as Chair and Artistic Director for 15 years.
Rick received his PhD in Theatre History/Theory/Directing Styles from UCLA in 1996, and is the author of Charles Ludlam and the Ridiculous Theatrical Company, currently in its 2nd edition. (McFarland, 1998 and 2010).
Rick is a seasoned director, actor, voice actor, teacher, acting/vocal coach and writer. His acting career has spanned over 40 years, and his directing and teaching careers both for over 20 years. Creating engaging, provocative and entertaining theatrical art both on stage and through the camera are his passion.