Teaching

“This course quickly became one of the best that I have taken in my time here at the university. Not just because I enjoyed the structure of the course, but the content has opened me up to an entirely new aspect of myself as an artist. I have long struggled to understand what my personal voice is and this course- this instructor- helped me take a larger step towards finding that than almost any other class I have taken as of yet.”

— MFA Acting Student

“Madison was very good at explaining what to expect. I loved the constructive feedback and how we also had a voice in the class.”

— Beginning Acting Student

“It is an incredible skill to be able to balance having both a kind and firm guiding hand and Madison has developed that skill expertly. I taught my first course this semester and after being on that side of the classroom, I can say without a doubt that she is one of the most effective educators I have ever witnessed. I feel beyond lucky to be learning from her.”

— MFA Acting Student

“Madi has been a great profesor! Not only is she helpful in class, but she is SO understanding in the sense that we are all college students somewhat struggling to get by.”

— Advanced Movement Student
— Solo Performance Student

“This course really prepared me for a career in acting outside of college. The materials we were giving are very valuable and something I will come back to down the line. [T]his class made me realize that acting is what I want to pursue and what I need to pursue. This will definitely go down as my favorite class in my entire college career and I can not be more appreciative. Thank you!

— Student from Showcase Prep/ Careers

“Madison's passion for theatremaking and her willingness to always be there to help students through their processes throughout this semester have been so beneficial. She was always finding ways to support and encourage her students.”

Directing & Intimacy Choreography

  • A young woman in the foreground speaking passionately, with two other people sitting on a sofa in the background, observing. The setting is a stage with various props, including a white chair, a coffee table with drinks, and books on the floor.

    Macbitches

    Director

    Crimson Stage

  • A man and woman embraced on stage with a blue sky backdrop, standing by a desk with papers and chairs, likely in a theatrical setting.

    Silent Sky

    Assistant Director / Intimacy Choreographer

    Samford University (professional credit)

  • Group of girls in blue soccer uniforms on stage with spotlight, one person in the background on crutches.

    The Wolves

    Director

    Underground Theater

  • A woman wearing bunny ears and a man wearing a green mask are sitting on a bench. The woman is in a corset and faux leather pants, while the man is in a plaid shirt and jeans. They are looking at each other and the setting appears to be a stage.

    BOY

    Intimacy Director

    Birmingham Festival Theater

“Madison is an amazing director. She is so articulate and knows the best way to say what she wants. Macbitches has been my favorite rehearsal process ever. She created such a safe environment where I have never felt more free to explore. Everyone was so kind and there was no jealousy or drama which I’ve never experienced in a show before, and it’s all due to Madison’s casting and creation of a safe environment. Every director wants to create a safe environment for true exploration, but this is the first time I’ve ever actually experienced it.”

Sophia Ellis, Piper in Macbitches