Dr. Linda Goodrich

Biography

Linda Goodrich is a Professor Emerita in the Music Department at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance. She has extensive experience as a director and choreographer, having directed and choreographed works in the United States, Europe, and Japan. Her credits include the direction and choreography of original productions such as HOTEL CALIFORNIA featuring music by the Eagles and various other performances including DANCE and GOOD BOY. Goodrich has worked on notable tours, including CABARET across Europe and SINGIN' IN THE RAIN in the U.S. and Japan. Her New York theatre credits feature performances at Radio City Music Hall and Carnegie Hall, and she has been involved in Broadway productions as a performer in CABARET. In the regional theatre scene, she has held significant roles at prestigious venues such as Goodspeed Opera House and Papermill Playhouse. Throughout her career, Goodrich has received multiple awards for her choreography and direction, emphasizing her talent and contributions to musical theatre.

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