Department of Theatre and Dance

• B.A. - Saint John's University
• M.F.A. - University of Wisconsin-Madison

John Marty has taught at Appalachian since 2005.  Prior to his arrival at ASU, he taught at Millikin University in central Illinois.  At Appalachian, he teaches design as well as general-education and basic theory courses.  He specializes in lighting design and has designed lighting, sound, or scenery for over 50 productions at ASU.  Professional design credits include work for Ensemble Stage, Barter Theatre, Temple Theatre, The Chautauqua Conservatory Theatre Company, and the Blowing Rock Stage Company.