Joseph Alanes

Joseph Alanes has a diverse work experience in the field of theatre and education. Joseph has recently been serving as the Director of Education and Outreach at Laguna Playhouse since October 2021. Prior to that, they held various roles at South Coast Repertory, including Faculty Member and Junior Players Director. Joseph was also a Founding Artist/Co-Artistic Director at Modjeska Playhouse. Furthermore, Joseph worked as a Director of Theatre Arts and Theatre Arts Teacher at Mater Dei High School, as well as an Entertainment Casting Coordinator at The Walt Disney Company. Joseph has also worked as a Theatre Director at Arts and Learning and as a Program Supervisor at Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre Programs. Joseph's earlier experience includes working as a Program Supervisor at Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre and as an Assistant Stage Manager at a National Touring Production.

Joseph Alanes graduated from Trabuco Hills High School in 1992 with a high school diploma in General Ed. Joseph then attended UCLA from 1992 to 1996, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre. Later, they pursued higher education at National University from 2010 to 2012 and earned a Master of Education degree in Education.