John Claudy

John Claudy is a Music Teacher, Director, and Musical Director with more than 5 years of teaching experience, and over 50 theatrical performances. As a Music Teacher at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School, he works with students of all ages to foster a love of music and performing. He is Head Director of the Theatre Department, directing and music directing musicals and performances for ages 5-8, 1-4, and Kindergarten. As a Music Director, he has taught, conducted, and played for more than 15 musicals. As a composer, he has had musical works performed in Europe, and has staged musicals of his own across the state. He was awarded the Pillar of Excellence in the Arts and Pillar of Excellence in Leadership from Valparaiso University.

In Fort Wayne, John Claudy has worked with multiple theatres, including Youtheatre, Arena Dinner Theatre, IMTF, and Three Rivers Music Theatre, as an actor, musical director, pianist, and composer. Some shows he has music directed include Ride the Cyclone, Big Fish, Seussical Jr., Annie Jr., and Shrek Jr. John Claudy is actively involved with The Indiana State Thespian Society, being a proud alumni and State Thespian Officer of the organization, and regularly serving as a judge for regional and state conferences, and a conference workshop presenter on musical theatre and composing.