Laura J. Bilodeau

Laura J. Bilodeau is a producer, director, educator, and passionate advocate for historically inspired theatre. Her lifelong love of the performing arts began at an early age, inspired by her mother, Grace Ann Repczynski, whose encouragement and appreciation for theatre helped shape Laura’s creative journey.

Laura’s first experience on stage came in the third grade when she portrayed Pocahontas in her school’s Thanksgiving play. A few years later, her mother took her to her very first Broadway production, 1776, starring William Daniels, Howard da Silva, and Ken Howard. The experience left her completely mesmerized and sparked a lifelong passion for theatre and historical storytelling.

A full-time college professor for nearly 25 years, Laura serves as the Department Chair of Behavioral/Social Sciences and Human Services at Manchester Community College in Manchester, NH. In 2018, she created and has continually served as the producer/director of Dramatic Flair, a student theatrical group at the college.

Laura’s work in educational theatre has earned significant recognition. Dramatic Flair was honored by the Molly Stark Chapter of the New Hampshire Daughters of the American Revolution, and Laura was also recognized by the Daughters of the American Revolution at the national level for her role as producer/director of Bystander 911, written by Meron Langsner. The production presented a powerful first-person account of the tragic events of the September 11 attacks as they unfolded in New York City.

Laura has acted at various local theatres, performed as a percussionist for more than 25 productions, and served on several Boards of Directors. She initially served as Secretary for The Acting Company of Plaistow, NH, and currently serves as Business Manager for Colonial Chorus Players in Reading, MA.