Sean Ryan is a director, actor, dancer and teacher. He is currently the Arts Services Coordinator at On the Boards. Sean Ryan curates VIA's Play Lab series supporting contemporary playwrights by presenting stage readings and feedback sessions at R.E.D. Performance Space. VIA's Play Lab has presented stage readings of local national and international plays, several of which Ryan directed, and "Solo Shorts", an evening of contemporary monologues featuring works by Northwest playwrights. He is also the Regional Programs Coordinator for On the Boards. He helps plan and implement regional programs including: 12 Minutes Max; The NW New Works Festival; new regional program initiatives, & master class offerings for local artists with visiting artists.