2ND ACT: Carol Ziske
Carol Ziske embodies the spirit of reinvention and lifelong passion, with a career that has seamlessly transitioned across various facets of the theatre world.
An accomplished director, choreographer, actor, and educator, Carol has over five decades of professional theatrical experience, making significant contributions both on stage and behind the scenes.
Carol's impressive acting credits include performances in Fiddler On The Roof (Broadway) and You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown (1st National Tour). She also had memorable roles in A Little Night Music, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Jesus Christ Superstar, and How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying. Carol has directed a diverse array of productions including Valadon, Mad Dog on the Loose, The Great American Backstage Musical, The Snow Queen, Harvey, Anne of Green Gables, Mame, The 1940’s Radio Hour, Evita, Our Town, and Love Letters. Recently, she directed One Touch of Ava as part of Ivoryton Playhouse’s StAGEd Intent: New Play Readings for Boomers by Boomers. Current projects include developing and directing staged readings for two new musicals, Hurricane Jimmy and Quentin: A Roosevelt Musical, both by composer William Linster and late Hollywood scriptwriter Lawrence Alexander.
As an educator, Carol has taught and mentored aspiring performers at Chase Collegiate School, Westover School, and The Warner Theater. She serves on the steering committee of the League of Professional Theatre Women in CT and on the board of directors for the Glebe House Museum & Gertrude Jekyll Garden in Woodbury, CT. Carol's dedication to theatre has been recognized with accolades such as the Colgate Palmolive Achievement Award for Kids On the Block and the New Jersey Drama Critics Award for A Little Night Music.
In her 2nd Act, Carol Ziske remains a beacon of inspiration, demonstrating that it is never too late to pursue new creative ventures and make an impact in the arts. Her journey and accomplishments continue to enrich the world of theatre and inspire countless individuals to follow their passions.