Teaching/Directing

Welcome to my Teaching/ Directing page!

In addition to performing, a huge passion of mine is teaching and directing. I believe in the power of theatre whole heartedly. Being able to work with young actors, helping them discover their authenticity and full theatrical potential is truly a gift. I believe theatre has the power to motivate change and encourage us all to be better humans. Creating and fostering that positive space is my ultimate goal...and I think that's pretty cool.

In 2016, I started teaching and directing theatre in Northwood New Hampshire at Camp Yavneh, my home away from home. Growing up at Yavneh, I always wished we had a quality theatre program where children who loved the arts had somewhere to go instead of the side lines on the soccer field (me). So coming back to camp and being able to create some real theatre magic has been absolutely fabulous.

At Yavneh thus far, I have directed full scale productions of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat," "Really Rosie," "Cinderella," "Honk!," "Pippin," "James & The Giant Peach," and "Fiddler on the Roof." All productions at Yavneh are also choreographed, designed, and created (lights, props, costumes, etc.) by me. I put my absolute heart and soul into these shows and wouldn't have it any other way.

In 2023 and 2024 I had the privilege to direct and choreograph Schechter Boston's annual 8th Grade Musical ("Once Upon a Mattress" and "Hello, Dolly!"). Up next, I will be choreographing Abraham Heschel School's production of Frozen Jr this coming spring.

In addition, I also coach and teach privates. If Interested, please email me directly at jonathanwgomolka@gmail.com.

''When I first met Jonathan, I was terrified of the thought of being on stage, singing by myself. Over the course of a few weeks, Jonathan not only created an entire cabaret for children of many ages, but he also created a safe space where all kids could learn to love theater and feel confident in themselves. From working with Jonathan, I have learned how to prioritize my physical and emotional health above all else and how to truly enjoy performing. He gave me the chance to grow as a performer and as a leader. He has always encouraged me to be the best version of myself possible. Jonathan supported me as a director and teacher during the show process and continued to be a mentor and role model for me after closing night. Without Jonathan, I would not be the actor or the person I am today."

Hannah Stober