About Ms. Bower!

Hello All! My name is Briana Bower and I am a theatre educator and teaching artist. I'm originally from Wayne, Pennsylvania, and I received a BA in Theatre with a focus in Theatre Education from Northwestern University. Before moving to Austin to complete my MFA in Drama and Theatre for Youth and Communities, I worked with students of all ages in Chicago at Light Opera Works, Haven Middle School, Dream Big, Chicago Children's Theatre, and Child’s Play Touring Theatre. 

At UT, I taught courses in Acting and Arts Integration, and I worked with the professional development organization Drama for Schools to help teachers integrate drama strategies into their curriculum. As a researcher, I explored how object/arts-based performance projects impact youth identity formation and perception, and exploring the creation of site specific performative installations that invite audience participation and interaction. As an educator, I seek to create theatre curriculum that engages students in performances and projects that respond directly to their lived experiences and communities.

If you would like to learn more about me and my previous work, feel free to visit my website at: 

http://brianaraebower.wixsite.com/brianaraebower

In my free time I love reading, cooking, going to shows around Austin, and spending time with my friends and family! 

Contact Information: 

Email - briana.bower@leanderisd.org

Phone - (512) 570-5326 ex. 43160

About Ms. Co!

Hey y'all! My name is Morgan Co, and I am the other half of the directing team here at CPMS! I am from Houston, Texas, and moved to the Austin area to attend school at the University of Texas and receive my BFA in Theatre Education. During my time in UT Austin, I was involved in several UT Theatre and Dance productions and served as an officer for my Sorority, Sigma Alpha Omega.

My journey at CPMS first began in the Spring of 2023 when I arrived to student teach under Ms. Bower. I got to learn from her and work alongside her in her classroom and instantly fell in love with the Cedar Park community and all that CPMS has to offer. After graduating from UT, it was clear that CPMS Theatre was the place for me! My goal as an educator is to create a safe and engaging space for students to explore all aspects of theatre, create, and express themselves through performance!

When I am not teaching or directing, I enjoy baking, watching a good movie, reading a book at my favorite coffee shop, and soaking in quality time with my friends and family. 

Contact Information

Email - morgan.co@leanderisd.org

Phone - (512) 570-5326 ex. 13144