Jacqueline Hayward

Writer & Editor

Jacqueline Grace Hayward, MA, trained in her native England as an actor, earned degrees in Communications and Drama Therapy, and trained in multiple forms of improvisation, including Playback Theater, Interplay and Theatre of the Oppressed. She directed a Playback company for 18 years and has been teaching acting and improvisational performance to students of all ages for over 30 years.

Jacqueline has been a part of improvscience since 2015, contributing to the company’s growth as a member of the Admin Team, compiling our newsletter and co-leading workshops with Dr. Holmes on the West Coast. She has also worked as a professional writer/editor for the past 15 years and brings those skills to improvscience communications.

  • Dr. Raquell Holmes

    FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

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  • Mia Anderson

    PERFORMANCE DIRECTOR

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  • Marian Rich

    PERFORMANCE CONSULTANT

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  • Nicholas Gross

    COMMUNITY & STEAM LIAISON

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  • Carrie Sackett

    UIC CO-LEAD, FACILITATOR

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  • Makalia Benson

    UIC CO-LEAD

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  • Andy Anderson Jr.

    UIC CO-LEAD

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  • Jacqueline Hayward

    WRITER & EDITOR

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  • Nicole Brunson

    EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

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  • Martha McCoy

    DIRECTOR, EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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