Mary Seymour

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In 2012, I decided to go to Suffolk County Community College Admissions “Theatre Arts Department Selden Campus and received an Associate of Arts Degree [highest honors 2015. 

 

Stony Brook University received a BA Degree in Africana Studies in 2018’ [summa cum laude] 2013, I was one of 8 students accepted into Yale School of Drama’s summer Directing Project. Thank you Professor Steven Gefroh for encouraging me to apply. 

Love the Power of Learning and Sharing! Acquiring knowledge is an amazing opportunity! Remember it’s never too late to follow your dreams.

 

Priscilla Queen of the Desert

Directing the musical “Priscilla Queen of the Desert” this semester was a truly uplifting experience, especially during these challenging times. Our team of creatives and actors recognized the importance of presenting a musical that celebrates our shared humanity. This production was a monumental effort, with everyone pushing themselves to new heights. I am so proud of our talented actors, who dedicated themselves fully to this project, sharing their hearts and talents with the audience.

 

 

Truth and Knowledge are the keys to wherever your life journey may lead!

 

Thank you Professor Dale Ricardo Shields for your wisdom and guidance. I am a proud creative artist , and I want to Thank You; for your ongoing determination to make sure our creative achievements are acknowledge documented, respected and shared. Your work is an important voice for our community and the world.❤️ 

AUDELCO “The VIV” Awards. “Applause is like waves of Love coming over the footlights and wrapping you up.” Sharing a moment with my  AUDELCO Board of Directors, Professor Dale Shields. So excited to share this evening with my grandson Kenneth E.
(Photo by David A. Powell)

 

 

A forward-thinking senior executive who developed a first-class creative team, of composers, producers, and singers for recording artist projects. Seymour is responsible for developing a focus on enhancing revenue and sterling business operations: creating [All Media Entertainment] embracing the new age of media and international music exposure for the company brand. Seymour is an accomplished music and theatre arts professional and historian. Successfully achieved the delicate balance between creative talent and music producers. Established, relationships between international publishers, songwriters, and promoters. Royalty revenue increased 150%. 

 

 

“In 2024 I  completed a Master of Arts In Africana Studies Honors Stony Brook University Africana Studies Department.

Life is an amazing journey, and we are NEVER TO OLD to go after our dreams.

Prayer, Faith Family, and Friends are the motivation for all that is wonderful “We are We!“

LINKS:

https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Mary-Seymour-Williams-aka-Mary-Seymour-/

https://www.discogs.com/artist/336682-Mary-Seymour

The WORD – https://www.stonybrook.edu/africana-studies/

https://drewaltizer.com/event/21340-american-conservatory-theater-hippest-trip-the-soul-train-musical/photo/7402433

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Bon_Bunnies?fbclid=IwAR1nDj7-ovZoewswrcvx39CJFx38cGdhD2Qbxd4vJMbK9up8WXPVX08NFwY

https://www.adishatunes.com/about-1

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mary-seymour-87456b25_an-excellent-university-i-am-a-proud-alumna-activity-7117882464974299136-CJpV?trk=public_profile_like_view

Mary Seymour Williams

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Professor Dale Ricardo Shields, I am a proud creative artist, and I want to Thank You; for your ongoing determination to make sure our creative achievements are acknowledged documented, respected, and shared. Your work is an important voice for our community and the world.

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ARCHIVIST, EDUCATOR, HISTORIAN, and ARTiST
Dale Ricardo Shields is highly accomplished African American actor, director, producer, and educator with a distinguished career in theatre and academia.

Here's a summary of his background and achievements:

Early Life and Family:
Born on November 4, 1952, in Cleveland, Ohio.
His family has a strong musical background; his grandfather and father were founding members of the Shields Brothers Gospel Quartet of Ohio, and his mother was part of the Turner Gospel Singers.
He is a cousin of boxing promoter Don King.
Education:
Graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1970.
Holds both a BFA (1975) and MFA (1995) from Ohio University.

Career and Contributions
Theatre Professional:
Actor: Has appeared on Broadway, Off-Broadway, Off-Off-Broadway, and in regional productions. His television credits include The Cosby Show, Another World, Guiding Light, Saturday Night Live, and the ITV series Special Needs. He has also appeared in commercials and films.
Director and Stage Manager: Has extensive professional credits in these roles, including projects at Lincoln Center, The Henry Street Settlement House (New Federal Theatre), The Negro Ensemble Company, and The Joseph Papp Public Theatre.
Assistant Director: Served as assistant to Lloyd Richards and assistant director for the New Federal Theatre premiere of Ossie Davis's play A Last Dance With Sybil starring Ruby Dee and Earl Hyman.

Educator:
Professor: He is a Professor of Acting, Directing, Black Theatre, Black Studies, and Stage Management. He has taught at various institutions, including Ohio University, The College of Wooster, Denison University, Macalester College, Susquehanna University (as artist-in-residence), and SUNY Potsdam.
Workshops and Programs: Conducted workshops for Joseph Papp's Playwriting in the Schools Program (PITS) at The Public Theatre for six seasons and represented the United States at the ASSITEJ Theatre Festival in London, England, in 1988.
Artistic Activist and Historian:

Iforcolor.org: Creator and archivist for the Black History website Iforcolor.org, dedicated to preserving and sharing information about African Americans and artists of color. He also maintains the "Black Theatre/African American Voices" website on Facebook.
Project1VOICE Liaison: Serves as the Project1VOICE Liaison for the state of Ohio, directing "One Play One Day" events in Cleveland since 2011.

Awards and Recognition:
The Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Award: Recipient in 2017.
Paul Robeson Award: Recipient in 2021 (jointly presented by the Actors' Equity Association and Actors' Equity Foundation).
AUDELCO/"VIV" Special Achievement Award: Received in 2017.
Tony Award Nominee: Nominated for the "Excellence in Theatre Education Award" in 2015 and 2017.
Ebony Bobcat Network (EBN) Legend Award: Received from Ohio University in 2022.
ENCORE AWARD / The Actors Fund: Received in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2024.
Outstanding Professor Awards: Has received two of these and three "Educational Program of the Year" awards as a university professor.
The HistoryMakers archives: Interviewed and included in The HistoryMakers archives, permanently housed in the Library of Congress.
Dale Ricardo Shields is recognized for his profound impact on the lives of his students and his unwavering dedication to preserving and promoting Black theatre history and culture.