Brewer brings more than 20 years of experience in arts administration, programming, production, education, and community engagement. An actor, director, producer, educator, and musician, he has produced more than 100 plays and musicals throughout the southeastern United States.
Most recently, Brewer served as Artistic Director of Nashville Repertory Theatre, where he led four seasons of artistic growth and revitalization, expanding programming, audience engagement, and community partnerships. Previously, he co-founded Encore Theatrical Company and served as its Artistic Director for eight seasons.
His academic experience includes appointments at the University of Mississippi and the University of Tennessee. He holds an MFA in Acting from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and bachelor's degrees in Music and Drama from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
"It is an honor to join Ball State University and the College of Fine Arts," Brewer said. "I'm excited to get to know the university and the Muncie community and to discover all of the possibilities that exist here. Bringing artists, students, and the community together through the arts is something I care deeply about, and I'm excited to be part of making those connections happen."
Please join the College of Fine Arts in welcoming Micah-Shane to Ball State!