About Me
My Work
I'm Amber Schisler, a theatre professional with over three decades of experience in the performing arts. As an actor, singer, musician, director, and designer, I've immersed myself in every aspect of the theatrical world (aka: I've done every job in the theatre you can think of).
After leaving full time performing, I became an arts administrator and advocate, working to remove barriers to theatre for underserved populations. Access is key to Art.
I think that arts education is one of the most important ways to foster ethics, empathy, and creativity in young (and not-so-young) people, and have published guided journals, planners, and notebooks that encourage artistic exploration and self-expression.
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My Community
As the Director of Strategy and Ticketing at Morris Performing Arts Center, I'm on a mission to ensure that everyone can easily access the experiences MPAC offers, from the history of our building and city to attending unforgettable events.
In the South Bend area, I work with actors and theatre companies, wearing multiple hats as an actor, director, musician, and designer. South Bend has so much to offer for the arts and for artists and I collaborate any time I can.
Me
My husband, Ryan, and I met when were professional actors on stage while portraying a married couple in the musical Footloose, and still love performing together.
In my downtime, you'll find me snuggling with our pup, Rosie, who brings endless joy into our lives.
I enjoy running (though I'm dangerously slow!) I lose myself in the pages of books, and love stories. Current favorites include books my Allison Weir, the Mayfair Witches books, Anna Karenina, and Man's Search for Meaning. I have always loved sewing, knitting, embroidery, design, and crafting.