About Me
Sarah Nearing is a professional singer, actor, theatre artist, music teacher, and emerging playwright based in Calgary, Alberta. A passionate feminist artist, Sarah strives to inspire compassion and joy in her work across artistic mediums, from opera, to theatre, to film and television. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in both Theatre and Music from Dalhousie University. Sarah has been nominated for several Calgary-ACTS CAT Awards, both for sound design (Much Ado About Nothing) and for her standout performances (The McAdo, Riverona). Recent credits include Off the Beaten Path with Off the Beaten Path Productions and Storybook Theatre; The McAdo with Morpheus Theatre; Much Ado About Nothing and Riverona with Full Circle Theatre); and The Elixir of Love, The Marriage of Figaro, and Macbeth with Calgary Opera.
Teaching Philosophy
I believe that the arts are a universal and fundamental part of the human experience, and this belief is what drives my teaching practice. Regardless of age or experience level, I believe that music and theatre should, above all else, be a joyful experience. My lessons are led by my students' curiosity and passion; whatever you are interested in is what we'll explore together.
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My student-led approach to teaching means that I help my students build the confidence that they need to succeed by working with them to hone their individual strengths, and navigate their individual challenges.
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