Kathleen Gibson
About Kathleen Gibson
Kathleen Gibson is a Music Director known for her work at The Second City Training Center, where she underscores sketches and composes original songs. She has been a Founding Collective Member at Bailiwick Chicago since 2009 and has a background in Voice Performance from DePaul University.
Current Role at Second City Training Center
Kathleen Gibson serves as the Music Director at The Second City Training Center, a position she has held since 2011. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the musical components of various productions, including composing and arranging original songs for sketch reviews. Additionally, she contributes to the directing showcase by underscoring sketches, enhancing the overall performance experience.
Experience at Bailiwick Chicago
Kathleen Gibson is a Founding Collective Member at Bailiwick Chicago, where she has been involved since 2009. Over the course of 15 years, she has played a significant role in the development and execution of various artistic projects within the organization, contributing her expertise in music direction and performance.
Education and Expertise
Kathleen Gibson studied Voice Performance at DePaul University from 2002 to 2006, completing a four-year program. She furthered her education at The Second City Training Center, where she focused on Improv and Sketch, graduating from the Conservatory program in 2011. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in music directing and performance.
Background in Music Direction
With over a decade of experience in music direction, Kathleen Gibson has developed a strong foundation in both musical composition and performance. Her work at The Second City Training Center and Bailiwick Chicago showcases her ability to integrate music into theatrical productions, enhancing the storytelling through her original compositions and arrangements.