Cheryl Yancey
Stephens City
Summary
Accomplished Professor at Shenandoah University with expertise in costume design and fabric sourcing. Successfully collaborated with directors to create compelling wardrobe concepts, while managing budgets and conducting historical research. Proven ability in pattern drafting and project management, enhancing theatrical productions through innovative and character-driven designs.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor
Shenandoah University
Winchester
08.1995 - 08.2025
- Designed costumes for 60 theatrical productions, including plays, musicals, operas and dance concerts, aligning with creative vision across diverse genres.
- Collaborated with directors to establish character-specific wardrobe concepts.
- Managed fabric selection and sourcing for multiple costume projects.
- Researched historical fashion trends to create accurate period-specific designs.
- Mentored student designers to enhance their skills and creativity.
Assistant Professor
Allentown College of St. Francis DeSales
Center Valley
08.1989 - 08.1995
- Designed Costumes for 29 productions including plays, musicals and dance concerts
- Taught all costume design classes as well as Public Speaking
Education
Master of Arts - Scenography
The George Washington University
Washington, DC09-1989
Skills
- Costume design and fabric sourcing
- Historical research and wardrobe development
- Creative collaboration and project management
- Pattern drafting and sewing
- Budget management
- Theatrical production support
Professional Experience
- Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre-59 productions in 30 seasons, including Million Dollar Quarter-2025, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat-2023, Rogers and Hammerstein's Cinderella-2022 (nominated for Best Regional Costume Design by Broadway World, Grease-2021 (won for Best Regional Costume Design by Broadway World
- Washington Stage Guild, Washington, DC, Arms and the Man-2023, My Children, My Africa-2021, Candida-2019
- See CV for complete list
References
- References available upon request
Timeline
Professor
Shenandoah University
08.1995 - 08.2025
Assistant Professor
Allentown College of St. Francis DeSales
08.1989 - 08.1995
Master of Arts - Scenography
The George Washington University
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