Amanda Blair MacDonald

Amanda Blair MacDonald is an AmSAT-certified Alexander Technique teacher with over 30 years of performing and teaching experience. She holds space for non-judgmental experimentation that will support you to move better, play better, and feel better. 

Amanda has had a lifelong interest in music and the performing arts. She grew up playing flute, guitar, and piano and has toured nationally and internationally with musical theatre and singing groups, performing in Switzerland, England, South Korea, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, and most of the 48 states on the US mainland. Favorite roles include: Mistress in Evita, Peggy Sawyer in 42nd Street, Lola in Damn Yankees, Beggar Woman in Sweeney Todd, and Mrs. Cratchit in Toby Nicholson’s musical version of A Christmas Carol. 

In addition to her experience as a performer, Amanda has an extensive background in teaching. Teaching credits include: DePaul University, Roosevelt University, University of Illinois: Chicago, The American Musical and Dramatic Academy-NY, The American Academy of Dramatic Arts-NY, The Ailey School, The 92nd Street Y, The Joffrey Academy and Community Engagement, and Chicago Lights. Her personal practice includes private lessons, group classes, and courses on Brain-Compatible Lesson Planning.