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Karissa Barber is an intimacy choreographer and theatre practitioner dedicated to creating consent-forward, emotionally safe, and creatively expressive rehearsal spaces. Rooted in a belief that artistry and agency thrive together, Karissa guides performers and creative teams through clear communication, boundary-centered storytelling, and trauma-informed collaboration. Her approach empowers authentic connection onstage while honoring the well-being of every artist involved.
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Intimacy Choreographer
- Cyrano de Bergerac | Intimacy choreographer | Polk State College | Winter Haven, Florida | November 2025
- The Passion of Dracula | Intimacy Choreographer | Florida Southern College | Lakeland, Florida | October 2025
- The Hopeless Part | Intimacy Choreographer | Ghostlight Lounge & University of Idaho | Winter Haven, Florida | October 2025
- Oklahoma! | Intimacy Choreographer & Directing Team | New Tampa Players | New Tampa, Florida | October 2025
- Boeing Boeing | Intimacy Choreographer | Florida Southern College | Lakeland, Florida | October 2025
- The Little Dog Laughed | Intimacy Choreographer | Florida Southern College | Lakeland, Florida | April 2025
- Pippin | Intimacy Choreographer | Florida Southern College | Lakeland, Florida | February 2025
- The Shape of Things | Intimacy Choreographer | Florida Southern College | Lakeland, Florida | January 2023
- Intimacy Workshop Teacher | Florida Theatre Conference | Winter Haven, Florida | October 2023
- Mushy | Intimacy Consultant | Orlando Fringe Festival | Orlando, Florida | March 2023
- Intimacy Workshop Teacher | Florida Southern College | Lakeland, Florida | February 2023
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Certificates/Training (SAG-AFTRA Intimacy Director Protocol)
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Intimacy Production Photos
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Karissa Barber (aka The Acting Mom)
Empowering artists to stop acting & start living
Headshots by Thorn & Tale Studio
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