About

Esther Margaret is a freelance artist, teacher, and collaborator based in Jackson, Mississippi.

Her most recent credits include costume design for New Stage Theatre’s First Stages Camp production of Disney’s Lion King Kids and Broadway Junior production of Disney’s Lion King Jr. She is currently working with St. Andrew’s Episcopal School on their production of Disney’s Little Mermaid to create some under the sea magic.

As a theatre educator in public schools, Esther taught and directed hundreds of students in Wells APAC Theatre as well as at Northwest Rankin High School. Her leadership was integral to the success of Thespian Troupe 4909, 88317, and 5727, helping them reach international recognition multiple times. She served as a leader in her field as various committee chairs and board member for Mississippi Thespians and Mississippi Theatre Association, improving the organization and integrity of both groups.

Esther earned a BFA in Theatrical Design and Technology with a specialization in Costume Design and Construction from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2011. She has worked freelance as a costume designer and stitcher at various professional theatres including the Tony Award-Winning Alley Theatre, the Nashville Repertory Theatre, and Mississippi's own New Stage Theatre.