Daniel Alan Seaman, 69, died Monday, December 7, 2020. Dan was born March 11, 1951 in Elizabeth, NJ to the late Elmer and Jean Stewart Seaman. Upon graduation from UNC-G, he taught at Dudley High School, and then at Weaver Education Center. His heart and passion was dedicated to engaging students in learning, to think critically, to write observationally, and to perform as a part of an ensemble.
Dan’s students participated in the NCTC high school theatre festival each fall. Their shows often received “Distinguished Play,’ ‘Outstanding Achievement in Directing,’ and ‘Outstanding Achievement in Ensemble Theatre’ awards. When Dan retired from public schools, the NCTC Board voted unanimously to name the festival’s ensemble award in his honor. A recent effort by former students, fellow teachers, professional colleagues, friends and family has resulted in endowing this award in perpetuity. The family would like to thank all who made this possible.
In addition to Dan’s high school career, he taught at Greensboro College for 15 years. Dan directed in the community at CTG, Kernersville Little Theatre, and High Point Community Theatre. He was also a valued member of the choir at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. He enjoyed making stained and fused glass with his wife.
Dan is survived by his wife, Marion Dail Seaman, son Dail Laurence (Kaitlin), daughter Heather Danielle (Corey), sister Linda Seaman Pike (Gerald), and other family. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, July 31 at 2 pm at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2105 W. Market St. Memorials may be made to the endowment of Dan’s NCTC award, www.nctc.org/donate/ensemble, or to the St. Andrew’s music fund.