School of Theater

Patrick Smith is the Prop Master for the CalArts School of Theater. He has over 20 years of experience working in theater, film, and television. Prior to joining CalArts, he worked at Center Theatre Group creating props for the Mark Taper Forum, Ahmanson Theatre, and Kirk Douglas Theatre.... Continue reading »

Judith Teitelman is committed to help grass roots and mid-sized organizations and large institutions strengthen their management and resource generating capacities and effectively plan for the future. Judith is also a mentor and professional advisor to artists working in all disciplines and has... Continue reading »

Rob Tokarz is a faculty member in the Applied Arts program. An alumnus of the Scenic Painting Specialization (MFA) at the California Institute of the Arts, Rob has spent his time since working the film industry as a Production Designer and Art Director. He has worked on projects ranging from... Continue reading »

Paul Turbiak is a communicator, arts administrator, actor, writer, and teaching artist. He has worked with the CalArts School of Theater and CalArts Center for New Performance since 2011, supporting its artists and administrative team, and helping facilitate communication across its many... Continue reading »

Performer and writer Kalean Ung (she/her) is an award-winning multi- disciplinary theater artist whose professional career ranges from Shakespeare to experimental theater to contemporary opera and solo performance. She has performed at The Kirk Douglas Theatre, Disney Hall, REDCAT, The Getty... Continue reading »

Originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin, Bernie Van De Yacht is the youngest of 12 children. He earned a BA in Psychology and Theatre from The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and an MFA from California Institute of the Arts (CalArts.) After graduation, Bernie began working at an animation studio... Continue reading »