Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
TEACHING & LECTURE EXPERTISE
Certification
ADDITIONAL WORK
UNIVERSITY ENGAGEMENT & ALIGNMENT
PHILANTHROPIC & GLOBAL INITIATIVES
Timeline
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Marcy Gallardo

Erie

Summary

I am a skilled instructor and lecturer with experience across multiple performance disciplines, including theatre, dance, and aerial arts. I engage naturally with university-level students, creating dynamic, high-energy learning environments that are both rigorous and inspiring. I am deeply passionate about translating the history and foundational principles of the arts into practical, embodied application within each lesson. I bring a contagious enthusiasm to the classroom, grounded in a genuine excitement for sharing the arts at a high level

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Performance Coach, Consultant and Host

Chasing Sunlight
Colorado
2023 - Current

Consultation on aerial entertainment and production, Private performance coaching for performers looking to create or sell their acts and content creation for philanthropic travel initiatives.

Entertainment & Artistic Director / Consultant

Circus Factory
01.1998 - 2023
  • Conceptualize and execute large-scale entertainment experiences for corporate, private, and nonprofit events
  • Provide consulting in artistic direction, rigging safety, production design, and performance integration
  • Collaborate with production teams across television, live events, and educational institutions
  • Oversee talent development, casting, choreography, and full event execution
  • Negotiate contracts, manage logistics, and coordinate cross-functional teams

Founder & Director

ICA Circus Factory
Colorado
01.1998 - 2023
  • Founded and developed a nationally recognized circus arts training program serving beginner through professional performers
  • Designed a progressive, technique-based curriculum integrating biomechanics, performance theory, and movement science—now widely adopted as a standard training model
  • Directed interdisciplinary programming combining theatre, dance, and aerial arts with emphasis on performance execution and artistic development
  • Led instruction in acting, auditioning, and performance methodology across diverse age groups and skill levels
  • Managed full-scale operations including staffing, program development, budgeting, and long-term strategic growth

Program Director (Seasonal)

Sports & Arts Center
01.1999 - 01.2022
  • Directed multi-department programming in dance, theatre, and circus arts
  • Developed curriculum and trained both students and instructional staff
  • Led risk management training and program safety protocols
  • Integrated creative arts education with leadership development and youth programming

Instructor & Theatre Director (Seasonal)

Englewood High School
01.1990 - 01.2001
  • Taught drama and directed/choreographed musical theatre productions
  • Guest lecturer for advanced academic courses including Windows on Our World and Cultural Arts
  • Collaborated across English and performing arts departments to support interdisciplinary learning

Dance & Cheer Coach (CU Express)

University of Colorado Boulder
01.1994 - 01.2000
  • Co-led performance programs for CU athletic events, including football games
  • Collaborated with athletic and music departments on choreography and program execution
  • Contributed to the development of performance standards within university athletics

Education

Bachelor of Arts - French

University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO

Skills

  • Curriculum & Program Development
  • Instruction, classroom management and student-centered learning at diverse academic levels
  • Design and implementation of scalable, progressive training systems
  • Artistic Direction & Production
  • Choreography, show creation, and interdisciplinary performance design
  • Leadership & Administration
  • Staff recruitment, training, budgeting, and organizational management
  • Marketing & Public Relations
  • Brand development, corporate partnerships, proposal writing, and event promotion
  • Entertainment & Talent Coordination
  • Casting, contract negotiation, touring logistics, and event execution

TEACHING & LECTURE EXPERTISE

  • 25+ years of teaching across higher education, public schools, conservatory-style training, and professional settings
  • Experienced public speaker and presenter in:
  • Artistic development
  • Program design
  • Performance training systems
  • Risk management
  • Creative entrepreneurship in the arts
  • Specialized in:
  • Movement-based performance (dance, circus, theatre)
  • Interdisciplinary curriculum design
  • Performance psychology and execution
  • Risk-aware physical training methodologies

Certification

  • Certified Guest Teacher, St. Vrain Valley Schools
  • Peak Pilates Instructor Training — Level 1 (Mat, Reformer, Chair, Tower)

ADDITIONAL WORK

  • Author (In Development)
  • Currently developing a cinematic, narrative-driven book project with themes of psychology, resilience, and human behavior

UNIVERSITY ENGAGEMENT & ALIGNMENT

  • CU Boulder alum with direct experience in both academic and athletic program collaboration
  • Background bridges practical performance training with academic instruction, ideal for experiential learning environments
  • Committed to contributing to CU’s mission through innovative, interdisciplinary arts education and student mentorship

PHILANTHROPIC & GLOBAL INITIATIVES

PUAN Primary School, (Kenya) — Ongoing development support including infrastructure and educational initiatives, Kenya, Water Resource Projects (Tanzania) — Contributed to community-based sustainability efforts improving access to clean water, Integrating global philanthropic experiences into a broader creative and educational platform: “Travel With a Purpose”, Active contributor and entertainment facilitator for nonprofit fundraising galas, including:, Ability Connections Colorado, Rocky Mountain MS Society, EFFA

Timeline

Program Director (Seasonal)

Sports & Arts Center
01.1999 - 01.2022

Entertainment & Artistic Director / Consultant

Circus Factory
01.1998 - 2023

Founder & Director

ICA Circus Factory
01.1998 - 2023

Dance & Cheer Coach (CU Express)

University of Colorado Boulder
01.1994 - 01.2000

Instructor & Theatre Director (Seasonal)

Englewood High School
01.1990 - 01.2001

Performance Coach, Consultant and Host

Chasing Sunlight
2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - French

University of Colorado Boulder
Marcy Gallardo