With warmth, honesty, and humor, Ivy Austin recounts the ups and downs of a long, eclectic career in the performing arts. "Born in a trunk," much of Ivy’s childhood was spent on the road with her parents, traveling with touring companies of Broadway shows. Her unique experiences aboard steamer trains, backstage, and in audiences, led to Ivy’s enchantment with the theatre. After years of training, auditioning, and "pounding the pavement," her childhood dream of starring on Broadway became a reality. However, where there was the thrill of success, there was also heartbreak and disappointment. Ivy has experienced it all, from critics' raves and pans, to filling in for the leading lady in a show she had never seen! She addresses the challenges of raising a family in show business, and the choices she is proud to have made. A lifelong learner, Ivy recently completed a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy and believes that reinventing oneself is key to career longevity. She hopes to inspire you to do the same. Whether speaking to high-school students, performing arts professionals, or women in career transition, Ivy promises to entertain, inform, and inspire!

If you are in New York City or tri-state area, email helloivyaustin@gmail.com. Fees available available upon request.

I often find myself wondering if a young performer truly understands what it is they are singing about. Especially when it comes to auditioning, singers can get so anxious over the high notes, they stop paying attention to lyrics and the intention behind the song. In my Master Class we create a friendly, nonjudgmental environment where students can relax and explore all the components contributing to a successful performance. Everyone comes to class prepared with a musical theatre song. Together, we work to find honest and emotional connections to the song. Only then might we choose to enhance the performance with a prop, a character, an accent, or staging.

Adolescence and early adulthood are sensitive times. My aim is to nurture each student's unique talents, build confidence, and provide inspiration. This class will benefit students of all vocal styles including Broadway, Opera, Jazz, and Pop. Please email helloivyaustin@gmail.com. Fees available upon request.

Since 2012, Ivy has been on the Symphony Space roster of dedicated teaching artists participating in the Global Arts Program in public and private schools in and around New York City.

Global Arts gives thousands of students insight into social studies curriculum through interaction with the arts and artists in the classroom, at museums, and at Peter Norton Symphony Space. Students learn from seasoned arts professionals who offer hands-on involvement with works of music, dance, drama and art.

For the culminating event of each curriculum program, students and teachers are invited to thrilling concerts of curriculum-related music and dance at Symphony Space, a professional performing arts center known for the high quality of its cultural events.

NEW YORK SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL—NYSMF

The New York Summer Music Festival is a four-week summer program that challenges every one of its students to achieve their highest levels of musicianship. NYSMF distinguishes itself from other "band camps" through its philosophy of top-level instruction & performance for the serious young musician, combined with all the fun and friendship of a great summer camp. NYSMF's Visiting Artist Program provides rare opportunities for students to interact with professional musicians of international acclaim.

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL BRONXVILLE, NY
Playwriting and American History (Online)

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL BRONXVILLE, NY
Playwriting and American History (Online)

P.S. 178 THE PROFESSOR JUAN BOSCH SCHOOL INWOOD, NY
Theatre and Storytelling

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL BRONXVILLE, NY
Playwriting and American History

ADELPHI UNIVERSITY GARDEN CITY, NY
Guest Speaker “Real Life” Talk for BFA Candidates

JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL QUEENS, NY
Theatre for ESL and Dual Language Students

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL BRONXVILLE, NY
Playwriting and American History

ADELPHI UNIVERSITY GARDEN CITY, NY
Guest Speaker “Real Life” Talk for BFA Candidates

LENOX ACADEMY BROOKLYN, NY
Playwriting and American History

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL BRONXVILLE, NY
Playwriting and American History

ADELPHI UNIVERSITY GARDEN CITY, NY
Guest Speaker “Real Life” Talk for BFA Candidates

LENOX ACADEMY BROOKLYN, NY
Playwriting and American History

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL BRONXVILLE, NY
Playwriting and American History

ADELPHI UNIVERSITY GARDEN CITY, NY
Guest Speaker “Real Life” Talk for BFA Candidates

HEAD OF VOCAL FACULTY NYSMF, SUNY ONEONTA, NY
Private and Group Instruction
Classes in Vocal Technique, Musical Theatre Solo Performance, Song Styling, and Commercial/Voiceover

COLONY CLUB NY, NY
NeXT - Panelist - An evening for women Navigating Exciting Transitions

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL BRONXVILLE, NY
Playwriting and American History

LENOX ACADEMY BROOKLYN, NY
Playwriting and American History

HEAD OF VOCAL FACULTY NYSMF, SUNY ONEONTA, NY

Private and Group Instruction
Vocal Technique, Musical Theatre Solo Performance, Song Styling, and Commercial/Voiceover

ADELPHI UNIVERSITY GARDEN CITY, NY
Guest Speaker “Real Life” Talk for BFA Candidates

VOCAL FACULTY NYSMF, SUNY ONEONTA, NY

Private and Group Instruction
Vocal Technique, Musical Theatre Solo Performance, Song Styling, and Commercial/Voiceover

LAGUARDIA HIGH SCHOOL OF MUSIC & ART AND PERFORMING ARTS NY, NY

Master Class in Microphone and Recording Technique for Singers

ADELPHI UNIVERSITY GARDEN CITY, NY
Guest Speaker “Real Life” Talk for BFA Candidates

VISITING ARTIST NYSMF, SUNY ONEONTA, NY

Master Class in Vocal Performance

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Teaching Playwriting using American History curriculum with actor Khris Lewin at the St. Joseph School

Women Navigating Exciting Transitions at The Colony Club

Ivy with Taiwanese exchange students enjoying a Global Arts Workshop at Adelphi University in Garden City, NY

 

Teaching NYSMF students how to write and record their own radio commercials!

Musical theatre performances with my wonderful NYSMF students