Ryan Bannen, Program & Outreach Coordinator

Ryan Bannen is a theater artist, educator, and arts administrator, and is excited to join Berkshire Children’s Chorus as Program and Outreach Coordinator in 2025.

Ryan currently serves as Drama Teacher and Theater Manager at Lenox Memorial Middle and High School, where Berkshire Children’s Chorus has enjoyed performing in recent seasons. Prior to moving to the Berkshires, he worked for two years as Theater Manager in Red Hook, New York, and earlier served as Office Manager for the New York City–based start-up company Mixing It Up Productions, where he supported early development of new theatrical work.

In addition to his work in arts administration and education, Ryan is an accomplished writer, actor, and director. He holds a degree in Theater Arts and English from Le Moyne College (’14).

Ryan relocated to the beautiful Berkshires in 2023 and currently lives in North County with his fiancé, Jake.