Larry Cox, Jr.

Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre and Performance Office: 2345 - Doudna Fine Arts Center
Email: lcox@eiu.edu

INTRODUCTION

Larry is a native of both North Carolina and Pennsylvania. His graduate degrees are from the University of Georgia (MFA in Acting with research in Musical Theatre and Athletics in Performance), and Villanova University (MA in Dramatic Production with concentrations in Dramaturgy, Musical Theatre Composition and Acting).  His undergraduate degree was a Bachelor of Music in Music Education, with a concentration in Vocal Performance, Piano Performance and Choral Music. He was also a college athlete playing on the men’s volleyball team.

Larry has been a working professional in the acting world for many years, playing numerous roles in regional theatre and working across from renowned stage and film actors. His work has taken him nationally and internationally. He has served in many entertainment facets as an actor (stage/TV/Film), director, music director, published music composer, dramaturg, commercial model, writer, entertainment developer, cruise director, choreographer, legal coach and public speaking coach. He has also been an educator over the years both privately and in the University setting. He has taught at both Emory University and The University of Georgia. During his time at the University of Georgia, he was named one of the top 1% of graduate teachers, and also received an award for Excellence in Teaching.

He is a proud member of Actor’s Equity.