Rob Burgess (Understudy) is a proud NW native. He is a lifelong student of theatre arts, vocal jazz and is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Rob’s work has been seen (performing/writing) or heard (lyrics/composer) on many Seattle-area stages including: ACT, Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle Children’s Theatre, The Empty Space, Strawberry Theatre Workshop, On the Boards, and Seattle Shakespeare. Rob directed plays at Lakeside School for over 20 years and is a current member of The Seagull Project. He loves to travel and adores music in its many forms – he plays guitar, writes songs, sings and dances whenever he is able.