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Michael Rau is an Assistant Professor in Theater Performance Studies at Stanford University. He specializes in live performance directing, focusing on new plays, opera, and digital media projects. Rau has directed works internationally across countries including Germany, the UK, Brazil, Ireland, Denmark, Mexico, Canada, Australia, and the Czech Republic. His productions have been showcased in prestigious venues such as Lincoln Center and the Public Theater in New York City. Regionally, his work includes collaborations with the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, MA, and the Humana Festival at Actors Theater Louisville. Rau has also collaborated with composer Kate Soper to perform with the Seattle Symphony and Smith College. He is a recipient of significant awards, including the 2021 Artists + Machine Intelligence Research Award from Google, and fellowships from the Likhachev Foundation and the Kennedy Center. Rau's artistic endeavors also involve interdisciplinary technology in sharing narratives, illustrated by his immersive theater projects. He is committed to mentoring new playwrights and shaping their work.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Teaching and researching in Theater Performance Studies with a focus on digital media and interdisciplinary collaboration.
TAPS • Stanford, CA
Led the Department of Theater Performance Studies in artistic programming and initiatives.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.