Pan Theater, improv by the people for the people, announces new artistic director.

Pan Theater is pleased to announce that Christopher Hayes has accepted the role of artistic director for Pan Theater. Chris vast performance experience ranges from theater work to commercial film work and industrials. His past awards include being named one of Atlanta's best actors by the Atlanta Press,

Oakland, CA, (PRWEB) January 20, 2004 -- Pan Theater is pleased to announce that Christopher Hayes, experienced actor, director, and writer, has accepted the role of artistic director for Pan Theaters new Saturday long form troupe, Pan Theater Deux. Mr. Hayes is a welcome addition to Pan Theater both as a director and performer.

Chris will be instrumental in selecting and training performers for Pan Theaters new Saturday troupe. Chris is committed to helping the troupe reach its performance and artistic goals both as a director and as a participating performer.

Chris is a member of numerous industry organizations including: AEA/SAG/AFTRA. Chris vast performance experience ranges from theater work in Atlanta and LA to commercial film work and industrials. Chris improv performance experience includes performing at Improv Olympics West (LA), Dads Garage in Atlanta and in Theater Sports LA among other places. Chris vast experience in improv and theater will help Pan Theater further develop its commitment to improv that is grounded in traditional theater technique and modern improv long form technique.

Prior to leaving Atlanta, Chris was voted one of Atlantas best actors by The Atlanta Press. According to long time Pan Theater troupe member, Brad Schwartz Chris is obviously a skilled improviser and actor. His addition to Pan Theater will be a great boon to the troupe. I look forward to working with him."

Chris improv training includes stints both as a performer and student at Improv Olympics West (LA), Dads Garage (Atlanta) and Theater Sports (LA). Chris also has additional training in Meisner technique with Chris Coleman at the Actors Express in Atlanta.

About Pan Theater
Pan Theater, improv by the people for the people, is an Oakland based theater troupe that focuses on long form and scene work based improvisational theater. Current cast members include community members from all walks of life and all nationalities. Troupe members range in age from early twenties to early fifties. Pan Theater Troupe Deux is a Saturday based long form troupe currently auditioning new members.

For further information contact:
David Alger
Pan Theater, Improv for the People by the People
510.472.0208
www.pantheater.com

Christopher Hayes, Artistic Director
Pan Theater, Improv by the People for the People
510.612.6304
www.christopherhayes.tv    

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