Mary Hynes
About Mary Hynes
Mary Hynes serves as a faculty member at The Second City Training Center and has been involved in various educational and improvisational roles in the Greater Chicago Area since 2016. She focuses on teaching improvisation and acting techniques, empowering students through her workshops and classes.
Current Work at The Second City
Mary Hynes serves as faculty at The Second City Training Center, where she has been teaching since 2018. Her focus is on situational and relationship-based improvisation and acting techniques. Hynes aims to empower students of all ages through her improvisation and acting education, contributing to the development of skills that enhance creativity and confidence in performance.
Role at Chicago Improv Productions NFP
Since 2017, Mary Hynes has been an Improvisation Workshop Facilitator and Host at Chicago Improv Productions NFP. In this role, she leads workshops that foster improvisational skills and creativity among participants, further enriching the Greater Chicago Area's arts community.
Experience at Butler University
Mary Hynes has been involved with Butler University as Guest Faculty since 2016. In this capacity, she contributes her expertise in theatre and improvisation, enhancing the educational experience for students in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Professional Background
Mary Hynes has a diverse professional background. She worked as an Account Executive at Forrest Solutions Group for 11 months in 2010. Prior to that, she was a Sales Manager and Spokesperson at FAO Schwarz from 2009 to 2015. Her varied experiences contribute to her multifaceted approach to teaching and facilitating workshops.
Educational Background
Mary Hynes studied at Butler University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre/Theater and International Theatre performance and history, as well as Vocal Performance. Additionally, she is a Conservatory Graduate from The Second City, where she studied Improvisation and Sketch Comedy. Her educational background supports her teaching and facilitation roles in the arts.