West Virginia Wesleyan College’s new director of technical theatre found his passion in set design and has worked in theatre, small movie projects and television.

Boyd Wolz holds a Master of Fine Arts degree in theatre set design from Boston University, a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Brigham Young University and an Associates Degree in Fine Arts from Casper College.

Following graduate school, Woltz worked in New York City as an assistant designer for several Broadway, off-Broadway, and also regional productions. He also brings experience working in higher education at Utah Tech University, Susquehanna University, University of Louisiana-Monroe, University of Louisiana-Lafayette and Brigham Young University-Idaho.

“My quest has been to meet new people and be challenged by new ideas as I have sought to develop my artistic ability,” Wolz said.” Even though my degree is in scenic design, I have experience in every aspect of theatrical design and have also directed a few productions. I have also been able to teach a variety of theatre courses, and have developed curriculum for design, history, and technical theatre.”

Wolz is the co-author of two books about the culture of business and relationships, “Winning the Culture Game” and “Crabs in a Bucket.”

Originally from Wyoming, Wolz will make North Central West Virginia his new home.

“I am excited to work with West Virginia Wesleyan College, the students, and the community of Buckhannon,” he said.