Players Studio Announces Ortiz as Studio Director

Arts & Culture

The Players Studio has announced its new Studio Director: Jennifer Bushinger Ortiz. Ortiz has nearly two decades of professional theatre experience ranging from acting in two national tours and costume designing Connecticut Free Shakespeare to directing nearly 100 productions across the Tri-State area. Relocating from Manhattan, she brings a wealth of industry experience, as well as nonprofit leadership, to The Players Studio.

The Players Studio offers classes in all styles of dance, singing, and acting, as well as multiple workshops from perfecting the monologue to playwriting. This season the studio expanded its curriculum by adding more classes for the homeschooled student as well as Mommy & Me classes. Studio class discount packages are now available.

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