Emily Cassano, M.A.

Emily Cassano is an Erie native who attended Gannon University for her B.A. in Theatre and Communication Arts. Upon finishing her undergrad work, she moved to New York City to attend NYU for her master’s degree in Educational Theatre. Emily remained in NYC after graduation and worked as an Education Associate for Wingspan Arts, Inc. In 2008, Emily returned to Erie to take the job of Youtheatre/Education Director at the Erie Playhouse. While there, she began working as an adjunct faculty member at both Gannon and Mercyhurst Universities. In her spare time, Emily actively performs in local theatre productions. She is thrilled to be a member of the Penn State Behrend community and directed her first production here in fall 2014.