Nora Louise Syran
She/Her
Biography
Nora is a first generation Norwegian-American poet, playwright, lyricist, songwriter, translator, and educator. A child of immigrants, she was struck early by wanderlust and has spent years living overseas teaching and producing theatre. She is a member of the SACD (Société des Auteurs et Compositeurs Dramatiques), the Dramatists Guild, and the Honor Roll! She studied under poet Brigit P. Kelly and mezzo-soprano Sylvia Stone at the University of Illinois. While currently based in Chicagoland; she is at home in the USA and France.
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Professional Experience
- Concerts/Cabaret
- Education
- Community Theatre
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree
Regions
- Chicago/Midwest
- Other Countries
Interested in touring?
- Yes
Maestra Expertise
- Theatrical Composer (Music and Lyrics)
- Theatrical Composer (Music only)
- Theatrical Lyricist
- Theatrical Bookwriter
- Opera Librettist
- Music Director/Conductor (Pianist)
- Music Director/Conductor (Baton)
- Vocal Director and/or Choral Prep
- Music Assistant
- Songwriter
- Singer/Songwriter
- Vocal Arranger
- Voice Teacher (Private Studio)
- Voice Teacher (Educational Institution)
Primary Instruments
- Guitar - acoustic
- Voice
Additional Instruments
- Accordion
- Piano
- Ukulele
Additional Skills
- Theatrical Director
- Theatrical Producer
- Playwright
- Singer/Performer
- Arts Administration
Affiliations
- THE DRAMATISTS GUILD