• Mary Fishburne, (2003) is a proud graduate of Northwestern, crediting much of her success to the academic, artistic, and even athletic programs of her high school days. She has performed as a singer and actor in New York City and throughout the country. As a graduate of Vanderbilt University (B.A.) and of Temple University (M.A.), Fishburne created many artistic opportunities for herself as a Theatre Artist. Most notably, she started and headed the education branch at Woolfe Street Playhouse in Charleston, SC where she was the director, choreographer, and musical director. Of the 40+ productions in which she has taken part, one of her firsts was at Northwestern High School. She is a mother of two and has settled in Philadelphia, where is enjoys performing and teaching voice.