Derek Hess (Samuel)

Derek HessDerek Hess is a sophomore at West Chester University, and after a year of soul searching and several tough decisions, he has recently changed his major to philosophy. However, music has been an important aspect of his life, and shall remain so. He intends to perform whenever he can, and will probably never stop singing and indulging his love of music.  He has studied voice under Francine Black, Tammy Black and Dr. Emily Bullock, and owes his success to their guidance and support.  Derek is ecstatic to be returning to the stage with the GSSCC in his second season with the group, and looks forward to many more to follow. Prior to this production, Derek has been seen in several performances, including West Chester University’s performance of L’Enfant et les Sortileges as the Teapot, Berks Opera Workshop’s La Boheme as Parpignol the toymaker, and Amahl and the Night Visitors as the Page.  Most recently he was Leonard Meryll in King of Prussia Players’ The Yeomen of the Guard.