Directing

I aim to make the rehearsal space safe for all involved using consent-based collaboration. Everyone is welcome to collaborate and create art they can be proud of. Consent and communication comes first and foremost in every situation, making sure that everyone in the space is able to do their best work. When actors and designers know that the space is safe, they are free to make choices that enrich the process and outcome. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts; so too is theatre the culmination of everyone creating something together.

"Caroline's work has that magic pairing of creativity and organization. She pours so much of herself into projects, and this shines through brilliantly. I knew I could delegate things to her and those items would be returned ahead of schedule and thoroughly executed with care and thought. Her natural way of interacting and commanding the space is a winning attribute when it comes to directing and inspiring young students. With her unique ability to cast a vision and carry it through to fruition, Caroline is a tremendous director, teacher, and administrator. I cannot recommend her highly enough!"

—Robyn Hartley, Artistic Director (JCC Youth)
“As a director, [Caroline] fosters an environment of play and business. She strikes the delicate balance between letting her casts explore and experiment while still leading forward with her vision. She is passionate, bright, creative, and strives for excellence in everything she does. She is one of the most professional people I've ever worked with."

—Isaiah Williams, Artistic Director (OKC Parks and Rec)
"Caroline is truly a one-human wonder of the theatre world. Her direction is thoughtful and creative, her choreography is quirky and engaging, and...her music expertise is in sync with all her artistic choices. She mounted a large musical production with teens who had never done theatre before, teaching them not only the essential performance skills but also the heart behind expressive story telling and the joy of community that is unique to the theatre experience. Collaborative, organized, flexible and cheerful through it all - I always had peace of mind she would be the one to “get it done.”

—Ashleigh Blevins, Education Director (Gateway Center for Performing Arts)
Caroline is absolutely stellar; incredibly organized, strong leadership, clear communication, remarkable professionalism.

Jade Cash (actor)
"[Caroline is] incomparable, patient, sparkingly talented, and a whip-smart powerhouse."

—Whitney Branan, director & choreographer
"Caroline Pillow has been one of the most creative, inspiring directors that I’ve had the pleasure of working with. She truly values her work in a way that motivates her production team. There is this beautiful passion within her that I see so much strength in. The most important comment I can make about Caroline Pillow as a director is that she has so much respect for the people she works with. She values their opinions and contributions to the work, as much as she values her own, if not more. She sees their artistry and knows that accepting and integrating their work with her own can only benefit her."

—Joy Stachmus, Intimacy Captain
“Caroline knows how to convey her vision effectively while leaving room for actor interpretation in our individual roles, which is a quality that gives us as performers the freedom to make beautiful art with a strong overarching guidance.”

—Jeron Robinson, actor
“Caroline is a teacher who asked questions that made you think, discover, and rediscover. She was a guide on your path that allowed you to roam and play, but always lead you back home. Caroline is a breath of fresh air and a wonderful human being and, as a director, that fact rings true all the same. I was challenged by her in a way that sparked a new level of creativity for this show and that alone was artistically fulfilling, creatively liberating, and pure fun.”

—Malori Martin, actor
“She leads her team with bright ideas and precise direction. She attends to everyone’s needs and makes sure her team is happy and taken care of while they work together to create beautiful works of theatre…through deep and thoughtful questions.”

—Scott Bratton, actor