Dody received a Bachelors of Music Education from the University of Oregon. She has taught music in both Elementary and Middle School, leading not only general music classes but teaching band, choir and producing several musicals. Always involved with large groups she has also directed numerous camp and church programs for children for many years. She has been an assistant director, Board president and costumer in various orders with Rose Children’s Theater for over 10 years and she is now delighted to be directing for them. Working with youth seems to be a theme with Dody; her day job is a substitute teacher for both Springfield and Eugene School Districts. Presently Dody is the Executive Music Director for Oregon Children’s Choir which she has had been involved with for 11 years as a parent & volunteer. She is so honored to work with an amazing organization such as Rose Children’s Theater and their awesome theater family!