Amy Salerno Hale
Production Manager / Stage Management Mentor, Department of Theatre & Dance
About Amy Salerno Hale
Amy received her BFA in Theatre from the University of Memphis. As the Production Manager of the department, she is keen to support the artistic endeavors of her colleagues with thoughtful administration and inspire passion in a new generation of stage managers. Before returning to UofM, Amy spent over sixteen wonderful years as the Production Stage Manager and Volunteer Director at Theatre Memphis, working alongside an incredible team of stage managers, devoted volunteers and outstanding community artists.
In addition to her work in theatre, Amy is also a gifted event manager, having served in leadership roles producing the National Civil Rights Museum’s annual Freedom Award, local documentaries, filmed workshops, conferences and other events. Creative and collaborative community-building efforts are important to Amy. There is great beauty and strength as each individual works within their area of giftedness to contribute to the whole.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Philanthropy & Nonprofit Leadership, University of Memphis, 2021
BFA in Theatre, University of Memphis, 2002Admitted
Member, Stage Managers’ Association
Member, Tennesseans for the Arts
Member, Directors of Volunteers in AgenciesHonors and Awards
Memphis Theatre (Ostrander) Award, Community Division – Behind the Scenes, 2011