Miso Wei
Theater is a place to bring people together across boundaries. At the core of our craft lies connection—linking us to our inner selves, each other, and the world beyond.
-Miso Wei
Miso Wei is a member of the Production Technology and Management department. She teaches courses such as Stage Management, Production Management, Communication, International and Cross-Cultural Management, and Embodiment Leadership.
Miso Wei brings a rich background in theater and social work, with a strong passion for international and cross-cultural projects. She has lived and worked in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Belgium, China, and the United States, contributing to regional theaters, musical theater, corporate events, theater festivals, dance, and concerts in roles ranging from stage management to production management. Her notable credits include La Jolla Playhouse, the Old Globe, Broadway, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Taipei Fringe Festival, Tainaner Ensemble Theatre, M.O.V.E. Theatre, and the Taiwan National Symphony Orchestra.
Miso was part of the opening team for Shanghai Disney Resort and served as the Production Stage Manager for the first Mandarin version of The Lion King musical. During her time with Disney, she also worked on special events, theme park shows, and project management of resources and planning. In her last position as part of the senior entertainment leadership, she managed a team of 800 people responsible for parades, atmosphere, characters, and athletic training.
Dedicated to education and theater consulting, Miso has collaborated with institutions such as the Taiwan Performing Arts Center (National Theatre & Concert Hall and Weiwuying), the Taiwan Association of Theatre Technology, Performing Arts Alliance, USITT (United States Institute for Theatre Technology), OISTAT (The International Organisation of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and Technicians), and the University of California San Diego.
Her recent research focuses on two main areas:
1. Applying culturally responsive teaching pedagogy in education and professional settings, with a highlight on the experiences of international students and artists.
2. Embodiment practices in leadership, including exploring how we identify emotions, power, and messages in our bodies, and effectively use our physical presence at work to connect with others.