Became legally handicapped following a severe knee injury. After
reconstructive surgery and lengthy physical therapy, Bette is back in
fighting form.
Has studied stage combat under Brad Waller at The Shakespeare Theatre
as well as trained with various fight masters including the legendary
Paddy Crean. She has worked as a fight choreographer for various
theatres, and has taught stage combat for The Catholic University of
America's master program.
Trains award-winning Shetland Sheepdogs, who have appeared on film,
television, stage, parades, and other live events. One dog, D'Artagnan,
will appear in the upcoming PBS documentary "History Through Deaf
Eyes.".
Is a cancer survivor. Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of the Parotid (Salivary
Gland Cancer).
Wrote (adapted and translated from the novel) a four-actor version of
The Three Musketeers, by Alexander Dumas. The production with In-School
Players and The National Theatre garnered great praise from audiences.
Bette played D'Artagnan and Queen Anne, was one of the three costumers,
and was fight captain.