Sundog Theatre

Staten Island-based theatre with performing arts classes

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Expanding the way people see themselves and the world through arts education and live theatre.

  • About
    • Our Mission
    • What Is A Sundog?
    • Why Sundog?
    • Our History
    • Staff
    • Board Members
    • Advisory Council
  • Shows
    • 2023 Current and Upcoming Productions
    • A-Bridge-d History of Staten Island – A Madcap (mostly) Musical Comedy that Answers All the Questions You Never Asked
    • Past Productions
  • In Schools/Tours
    • Classroom Arts Programs
      • Why Sundog for Schools?
      • Theatre
      • Music
      • Dance
      • Visual Arts
      • 3-D Literacy
      • Soundtrack of Life
      • Heritage Awareness
    • In School/Tours
      • Harriet Tubman Herself
      • Roots of Black Music in America
      • Young Abe
      • Ellis Island: Gateway to a Dream
  • Classes
    • **CLOSED** Musical Theatre Kids – Spring 2023 Class
    • Past Class Productions- Theatre Kids
    • Past Class Productions- Musical Theatre Kids
  • Seniors
  • Media
    • Sundog in the News
    • Testimonials
  • Support
    • Contribute
    • Sundog Sponsors
  • Events
    • Past Events
  • Opportunities
    • Audition Notice for A-Bridge-d History of Staten Island
    • Teaching Artist for Seniors – Crochet
    • Teaching Artist for Seniors – Jewelry Making
  • Contact Us

Susan Fenley

February 20, 2017 By

Executive/Artistic Director

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Susan Fenley co-founded Sundog Theatre in 2002. She sets the company’s strategic direction, produces its shows, and is responsible for planning and executive decisions.

As a former professional actor, singer, and mime for many years, Susan is a member of Actors Equity and Screen Actors Guild. She has also had theatrical administrative experience directing funding, education, and communications departments. As a former teaching artist for a number of NYC arts providers, she believes in the power of the arts as tools for education and transformation.

Previously, Susan headed Prime Time Communications–her own public relations/marketing firm in the Washington DC area–for 10 years. She has taught acting, mime, and improvisation at American Academy of Dramatic Arts and Paper Mill Playhouse. Currently an adjunct instructor in the Theatre Department at Wagner College, she recently was honored with the Adjunct Faculty Award for Exceptional Performance in the area of Teaching. As a speaker, Susan has presented for organizations such as Rotary International (former member), NYC Dept. of Education, United Activities Unlimited, Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Chamber of Commerce and Historic Richmond Town.

She attended U.S. International University, School of Performing Arts as a Musical Theatre major and holds a B.A. in Arts Management from University of Massachusetts.

Staff Members

  • Ellen Petillo
    Business Manager
  • Victoria Colella
    Arts-In-Education Manager
  • Stephen Fehr
    Technical Director
  • Jeannine Otis
    Arts-In-Education Specialist and Head of Advisory Council
  • Elisa Sansone
    Administrative Coordinator

Board Members

  • Amanda Straniere
    Board Chair
  • Mark Giacalone
    Treasurer
  • Marjorie Hack
    Secretary
  • Lorna Harris
    Board Member
  • Chris Ferrera
    Board Member

Advisory Council

Our Office Location

PO Box 183, Staten Island, NY 10301
T: (718) 816-5453
F: (718) 816-5430
info@sundogtheatre.org

Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday 9AM – 5PM

MISSION STATEMENT

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