David E. Foster will serve as an industry mentor and advisor for our Newsies musical theatre intensive. An Anderson native, David has worked for more than 25 years in the entertainment industry. He has performed and been dance captain in numerous regional theatre shows such as The Wiz, Miracle on 34th Street, White Christmas, 42nd Street, and A Chorus Line. Region theatre director/choreographer credits include Footloose and Mamma Mia!. David was also a dancer in the remake of the classic movie Dirty Dancing choreographed by Tony Award winner Andy Blankenbueler (Hamilton). He has performed in casinos, theme parks, and outdoor theaters. Most recently, David has been working at Cedar Point Amusement Park for 8 seasons, first as a performer, then climbed his way to becoming Supervisor of Live Entertainment. He is currently a director and choreographer for numerous Cedar Fair Parks as well as Casting assistant for Cedar Point's Live Entertainment, and does consultation work across the globe for other entertainment venues.