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The Director

 

Mrs. Julie-Kate Hazelrigg  is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Meredith College with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and NC teaching license. During her time in college, Mrs. Hazelrigg was nominated for the Barbizon Costume Design Award for her costume design for Intimate Apparel and the Irene Ryan Acting Award for her lead role as Prospera in Shakespeare’s The Tempest. As President of the student theatre company at Meredith, she also directed numerous shows, as well as designed, and constructed sets. After college, Mrs. Hazelrigg worked in professional theatre at Lexington Children’s Theatre while focusing in Arts Administration. Happy to return to her hometown, Mrs. Hazelrigg began teaching at GMHS in the fall of 2013.

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Mrs. Hazelrigg teaches four levels of Drama classes, four levels of Technical Theatre, and IB Theatre. She directs the GMHS theatre productions, acts as the Technical Director, sponsors the Improv Troupe, and serves as the Fine Arts Department Chair. 

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Mrs. Hazelrigg loves coffee, fall weather, football, and inspiring her students to grow in their artistry! When not at work, Mrs. Hazelrigg is spending time with her husband and their two small children. 

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“… a few of my favorite things …”

Color: Pink // Coffee: Black with skim // Teams: Carolina Panthers, Tarheels, Hornets, the Canes // Fast Food: Moe’s and Chick-fil-A // Shakespeare play: Othello // Playwright: Sarah Ruhl // TV Shows: The Office, Great British Baking Show, docuseries // Soda: Dr. Pepper and Cheerwine // Candy: Dark Chocolate with orange // Director: Anne Bogart and Julie Taymor // Musical: Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen // Flower: Peony // Store: Michael’s // Book: Pride and Prejudice

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