Jen Dasher is a professional Costume Designer and educator. As a designer, Jen integrates purposeful, thoughtful character choices to tell stories. Her strength is in collaboration with the entire team: director, producer, costume shop and performer. Jen brings an awareness of history, social consciousness, and authenticity to each project. 

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She is the owner of J.Dasher Creative, a creative studio that has produced designs for Cirque du Soleil, Paula Abdul, Glimmerglass Opera, The Washington Ballet, Ford's Theatre, PBS, Ballet X and a selection of Broadway and Off-Broadway works. 

 

Jen received her MFA from The University of Arizona and BFA from Texas Christian University. Previously, she has taught at North Carolina State University and Meredith College. Jennifer was also selected to be a Guest Artist at The University at Buffalo and The National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts in Beijing, China. 

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As an educator, Jennifer's interest lies in empowering a diverse group of students with the tools to design their future post-graduation and change the face of the industry. 

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Currently, she is designing Mary Poppins at Cortland Repertory Theatre. 

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