Artistic Director
Susan Alison Keady, a native Washingtonian, directs productions, has taught classes, and continues to design, develop and implement Encore programs and productions. She worked at George Washington University for 16 years where she was an adjunct professor guest lecturer in the Theatre Department. A member of the Screen Actors Guild, Susan works on local film projects. She has worked on the AMC Drama TURN: George Washington’s Spies, Showtime’s Homeland, and HBO’s VEEP. Recent films include Jackie and The Jason Bourne. Susan collaborated and directed over 100 episodes of a multi-award winning radio show, which garnered her a Peabody for her meritorious contribution as director. In addition to other awards, she collected the American Association of University Professor Elizabeth Campbell award for her work with Encore. Susan holds a BA in Dramatic Art, magna cum laude and an MFA in Acting, summa cum laude.