Wade Schacht
Theatre
Bloomington
Summary
Versatile stage actor with extensive experience across classical and contemporary productions, from Shakespeare to Arthur Miller to self-written work. Strong vocal and physical skills complement a commitment to professionalism and inclusivity; strives to create uplifting environments for cast and crew alike.
Work History
Professional
- Our Town, George Gibbs, (2026), Illinois Shakespeare Festival dir. Lori Adams
- Romeo & Juliet, Tybalt, (2026), Illinois Shakespeare Festival dir. María Amenábar Farias
- The Two Gentlemen of Verona, Speed, (2026), Illinois Shakespeare Festival dir. Danielle Roos
- Anything Goes, Ensemble, (2024), Woodstock Playhouse dir. Randy Conti
- Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Soldier/Ensemble, (2024), Woodstock Playhouse dir. Randy Conti
- Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville, Goon #1/Ensemble, (2024), Woodstock Playhouse dir. Randy Conti
Collegiate
- Spring Awakening, Otto, (Upcoming 2026), IWU School of Theatre Arts dir. RJ Hodde
- Pride and Prejudice, Mr. Collins (U/S Darcy/Wickham), (2026), IWU School of Theatre Arts dir. Aubrey Elson
- Execution of Justice, Dan White, (2025), IWU School of Theatre Arts dir. RJ Hodde
- All My Sons, Chris Keller, (2025), IWU School of Theatre Arts dir. Tom Quinn
- Condolences, Charlie Powers, (2025), Phoenix Theatre dir. Bess Chamley
- 3x3 Endings/Beginnings: A Play Festival, Ryan/Tyler, (2024), IWU School of Theatre Arts dir. Dr. Chris Connelly
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting
- Acting: Acting I, Acting II, Acting III, Acting Shakespeare, Advanced Scene Study - Tom Quinn, Chris Connelly, Nancy Loitz, RJ Hodde
- Voice: Fitzmaurice/Linklater-based training, Individual voice lessons (classical and MT) - Dr. Ingrid Kammin, Aubrey Elson
- Dance: Ballet I, Modern I, Tap I, Jazz/Tap Seminar - Ian Thatcher, Randy Conti, Anna Corvera
- Stage Combat: Unarmed, Single Sword (SAFD Certified), Rapier and Dagger (Show Experience) - Jean Kerr, Paul Dennhardt
Skills
Dialects (British RP
Cockney
Spanish
Italian
New York
Boston
American Southern)
Sport Proficiency: Golf
Tennis
Basketball
Swimming
Partner dancing
Lifts
Stage combat
Swing experience
Understudy experience
Professional TYA experience
Script Development
Timeline
Professional
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Collegiate
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Illinois Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Fine Arts from Acting
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References
References available upon request.