Jessica Alverson

She/Her
Acting Teacher

Jess’ first time on stage was at 4 years old and by 8 she knew the theatre was exactly where she wanted to be for the rest of her life. Jess has been a performer, a director, a stage manager, a teacher, a stagehand, an acting coach and a theatre venue manager. Her theatre motto has always been; “I’ll do anything that needs doing- just let me be in the building. I’ll scrub the stage with a toothbrush if you need, I just want to be here.” Jess went to Grand Valley State University and has a degree in Communications and Theatre. This is her first season teaching at Civic and she is VERY excited to get to collaborate and play with all of you!

What inspires you?
Curiosity! I love learning new things, seeing folks be curious and asking questions.

Who is your favorite fictional character?
Hermione Granger

What was your favorite after school snack growing up?
Apples and peanut butter!