Dryden
Jack
ACTOR
TEACHER
DIRECTOR
Jack Dryden is a New York-based Actor, Director, Teacher and Producer with a focus on human stories of transformation and transcendence. Jack lends tenacity, patience and love to all he does. He was awarded an MFA in acting and directing from Brown/Trinity Rep, and in 2022, he founded his own theatre company, The Garret Theatre.
EMMA Repertory Theatre St Louis. directed by Tracy Brigden photo Jon Grisoff
THE COTTAGE Repertory Theatre St Louis. directed by Risa Brainin photo Jon Grisoff
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Trinity Repdirected by Kate Bergstrom photo Mark Turek
ISAAC'S EYE Garret Theatre Companydirected by Jack Dryden photo Ellie Gravitte
IMPORT SPEECH_MEMORY Writing is Live Festival.written by Lucas Baisch
MARIE ANTOINETTE Brown/Trinitydirected by Josiah Davis photo Mark Turek
EMMA Repertory Theatre St Louis. directed by Tracy Brigden photo Jon GrisoffTEACHER
PHILOSOPHY“More than any teacher I've worked with, Jack adapts masterfully to his actors' style and needs, meeting artists wherever they may be in their creative journey, lifting them to new heights with a deft balance of rigor and kindness.”
Jack also teaches acting to all ages, and works as a monologue coach.
“When I consider Jack as a teacher, two qualities come to mind: his facility with craft, and his gentleness with people. Few have done more for me to nurture my art in its early stages. Jack is an artist in the truest sense.”
“In addition to being a fantastic actor in his own right, Jack is a passionate, intelligent, and playful acting coach. When I've worked with him on monologues, he has balanced extensive knowledge and experience with simple, playable direction. And I've always left with a smile on my face."
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Audition Coaching
DIRECTOR
Educational (Graduate, Undergrad and High School Auditioning Coaching)
As the artistic director of the Garret Theatre (founded in 2022) Jack has worked to create a brave, sustainable vision of small-budget American Theatre in New York City. He transforms small rooms into grand expanses, leaving audiences plenty of space to dream. He is proudest of his ability to work with and through his actors, empowering them to travel to the edges of experience and report back what its like.
Pictures from THE TURN OF THE SCREW (2019) &THE MAIDS (2022)—photos by Michael Rosas
Pictures from ISAAC’S EYE (2023) & DEAD THINGS (2025)—photos by Ellie Gravitte