Background
Franceschina, John Charles was born on October 18, 1947 in Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States. Son of John and Ruth Elaine (Murray) Franceschina.
composer Music theatre educator
Franceschina, John Charles was born on October 18, 1947 in Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States. Son of John and Ruth Elaine (Murray) Franceschina.
Bachelor in English, Catholic U., 1969; Master of Fine Arts in Playwriting, Catholic U., 1973; Master of Music in Theory and Composition, Hartt College Music, 1971.
Music director, Arena Stage, Washington, 1969-1970; lecturer, Hartt College Music, Hartford, Connecticut, 1970-1971; music director, composer, National Shakespeare Company. New York City, 1973-1976; music director, composer, Asolo State Theatre, Sarasota, Florida, 1976-1984; music director, composer, Pittsburgh Public Theatre, 1982-1985; lecturer in music theatre, Pennsylvania State University, State College, 1984-1985; composer, Geva Theatre, 1985-1990; professor music theatre, Florida State University, Tallahassee, 1985-1993; professor music theatre, Syracuse University, 1993-1997; professor theatre history, Pennsylvania State University, since 1997.
1 child, Ben.
