Theatre Director, Actor, Producer SDC (associate), AEA, SAG-AFTRA
Director • Storyteller • Collaborative Leader
I’ve spent nearly four decades directing theatre and film, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: the best work happens when everyone in the room feels empowered to create. My directing philosophy is simple—collaboration is everything, and the best idea in the room wins, no matter who it comes from.
As the founding Producing Artistic Director of Transformation Theatre, I’ve dedicated much of my career to developing new plays that amplify underrepresented voices. I’m drawn to stories that challenge us, inspire us, and reflect the world we live in. Whether I’m shaping a brand‑new script or reimagining classics like Guys and Dolls, Cinderella, or contemporary favorites like Puffs, I’m always looking for ways to bring fresh perspective and deeper humanity to the stage.
A pivotal moment in my artistic journey came during a summer of study in Ireland, where I interviewed artistic directors, playwrights, actors, and educators. Those conversations reshaped how I approach new work—teaching me to listen closely, embrace nuance, and stay open to the unexpected. That mindset continues to guide every rehearsal room I lead.
My directing credits span beloved musicals, intimate dramas, bold new works, and award‑winning productions, including A Chorus Line, My Fair Lady, Terra Nova, Greg Jones Ellis’ All Save One, and Audrey Cefaly’s Consider the Ficus. I hold an MFA in Directing from The Catholic University of America , where my thesis production—Lynda Radley’s Futureproof—served as the play’s U.S. premiere.
At the heart of everything I do is a commitment to building ensembles that blend emerging talent with seasoned professionals. That mix of perspectives sparks innovation and leads to work that’s entertaining, meaningful, and deeply human.
If you’re looking for a director who leads with curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for storytelling—I’d love to connect.
Founder & Producing Artistic Director, Transformation Theatre, Inc.
Carl launched Transformation Theatre, Inc. in April 2019 with a bold mission: to spotlight original, socially relevant plays that amplify underrepresented voices. Under his leadership, TT became a collaborative space where emerging and established theatre artists come together to develop and produce new works that are by, for, and about communities often left out of the spotlight. Sadly, due to lack of funding, Transformation Theatre closed December 30, 2025.
For Transformation Theatre, Carl has directed and helped develop a wide range of new plays including The Dragonflies by Kayla Hambek, American Divide and The Mimosa War by Maximillian Singh Gill, Runtime Error by Elana Gartner, Finding Fauci by Bob Bartlett, Tender by David John Preece (2023 Capital Fringe Festival), Proxima Centauri by David Whiteman, Always Wilde by Grant MacDermott, On Love and Robots by Kyle A. Smith, and Trolls and Men by Alex Wilkie.