Elyn Collier

Elyn Collier is an NYC-based director, choreographer, and teaching artist with over a decade of experience in musical theatre and dance. Known for her collaborative spirit and warm, high energy leadership, Elyn has worked with esteemed theatrical companies including Ogunquit Playhouse, Pittsburgh CLO, Barrington Stage, North Shore Music Theatre, and Berkshire Theatre Group.

Associate/Assistant Director and Choreographer credits include: Tootsie (2x with Richard J. Hinds), In the Heights (Michael Balderrama), Newsies (Richard J. Hinds), Million Dollar Quartet (David Ruttura), Mary Poppins, Damn Yankees, Shrek, and Brooklyn The Musical: 15th Anniversary Concert (starring Eden Espinosa and Tony Award winner Karen Olivo). Upcoming: Come From Away with Richard J. Hinds at Ogunquit Playhouse.

Choreography credits include: Little Shop of Horrors (starring Broadway’s Diana DeGarmo and Ben Crawford, and American Idol’s Melinda Doolittle), Something Rotten! (2022 BroadwayWorld "Best Dance Production"), Spamalot (2023 BroadwayWorld "Best Dance Production"), The Hiding Place Film (released internationally), Sister Act, White Christmas, Band Geeks, and Crazy for You, among others.

Elyn has served as resident choreographer and adjunct faculty at the University of Mobile and as a guest artist/choreographer at Breathe Dance Convention, Barrington Stage, the University of West Florida, Missouri Baptist University, and numerous dance and theatre companies across the U.S.

With extensive experience nationwide in both in theatrical rooms and behind the casting table, Elyn offers a unique perspective as an educator. She is deeply passionate about fostering brave, supportive creative spaces where theatre artists can make bold choices, ask questions, sharpen their skills, and grow. Website: www.elyncollier.com