Kevin O'Connell is a freelance dramaturg with experience in adaptation, Shakespeare, and new works. He has an MA in Theatre History and Criticism at the Catholic University of America and holds an MA in American History and a BA in Communications. Kevin has adapted two Shakespeare comedies for radio. The plays on which he has served as dramaturg focus on a broad array of topics, including military jobs, Islam, grief counseling, Hollywood, chess, McCarthyism, and others. He also has extensive theatre production experience, including directing many plays.