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Helen J Shen

Helen J Shen

She/Her

Helen J Shen

She/Her

Biography

Helen Shen is a junior at The University of Michigan pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre with a minor in Musical Theatre Composition. She started playing the classical piano at age 5 and found a passion for Musical Theatre soon after. Helen has a great passion for performing, but is also thrilled to explore the world of composition. The dream is to create work that amplifies voices and stories that haven't yet been heard in the mainstream theatre scene.

Professional Experience

  • Education

Regions

  • Chicago/Midwest

Maestra Expertise

  • Theatrical Composer (Music and Lyrics)
  • Music Director/Conductor (Pianist)
  • Vocal Director and/or Choral Prep
  • Music Assistant
  • Songwriter
  • Singer/Songwriter
  • Instrumentalist/Pit Musician
  • Audition Pianist
  • Class/Voice Lesson/Rehearsal Pianist
  • Rehearsal Pianist

Primary Instruments

  • Piano
  • Voice

Software

  • GarageBand
  • MainStage
  • Sibelius

Current Student?

  • Yes

Person of Color?

  • Yes