Adrian's Teaching Practicum
Adrian believes that all artists have the capability to produce their best, authentic work by themselves––teaching is about creating a space where artists can learn to authentically express themselves freely without the burden of grades or expectations. The artist has everything they need––we just need to tap into our own potential.
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At the college level, Adrian opens every class with a quick "question of the day" to get his students warmed up and more comfortable speaking in front of one another.
Teaching Credits
Adrian has taught a variety of ages; middle school, high school, and college level students.
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Rhetoric (RHET:1030), The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
Playmaker Project Co-Instructor, Riverside Theater, Iowa City, IA
Between the Lines Camp Counselor, The International Writing Program, Iowa City, IA
History of Theater and Drama (THTR:2410), The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
The University of Iowa Department of Rhetoric
Fall 2024 - Present
Adrian's current teaching assignment. Under loose guidelines, he organizes lesson plans to teach college freshman the subject of argumentative writing, oral speech, and rhetorical analysis and debate.
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His class is structured with four major formal assignments; two papers, a speech, and one creative project. Each assignment builds off the learning outcomes of the previous one to ensure thorough comprehension.
The University of Iowa Department of Theater Arts
Fall 2023 - Summer 2024
Under the guidance of Professor Scott Bradley, Adrian helped to "decolonize" the history of theater. By studying texts written by the historically oppressed or marginalized, this class taught the idea that "history is written by the victors" and often asked students to consider "does theater influence history, or does history influence theater?" Spoiler alert, the answer is yes, and!
History of Theater and Drama
THTR:2410
Student Testimonials:
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"I LOVE ADRIAN!!!! So kind and funny and passionate, best TA I could have asked for. Working with him was a blast. Class was easy but boring, Adrian made it so much better"
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"I loved the variety and implementation of discussion and research! I enjoyed the casual feel to the work and the relationship between instructor and students! I had fun and felt supported!"
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"Discussion section was so great it was amazing how we could dive in deep into the material and have serious discussions with the energy in the room still being lighthearted and fun."
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Playmaker Project
Riverside Theater, Iowa City, IA
Fall '23 and Summer '24
Adrian co-taught this after-school and summer playwriting intensive for 4th - 6th graders to better
understand playwriting, theater, and new play development. Adrian assisted students in writing and developing six-minute plays with an emphasis on having a clear conflict and "change in feeling". At the culmination of the program, these plays were produced by professional actors for two public performances.
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Between the Lines
International Writing Program
Summer '24
Adrian taught as a camp counselor at this cultural exchange program and summer camp for international and local high school students. Here, he facilitated daily and nightly activities to promote creative writing. Students often had questions for Adrian both as a playwright and a poet, and he encouraged them to consider why they write. He teaches intention and authenticity in writing. ​
Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting teaching opportunities. Let's connect!
402-708-1274