How will I know I am shining? Because I will feel it.
Midwest born and bred, I transplanted myself to Seattle in 2009. Having always admired Seattle’s history of innovation, nestled among lush greenery and dense neighborhoods, I developed a deeper appreciation for the history of the land and its stewards. Initially arriving in Seattle to practice theatre, I evolved my love for theatre directing, history, dramaturgy—contextual research, season planning, script development—and production management into focuses on project and event management, web and graphic design, and editing and artistic leadership. As a designer, project manager, editor, or artist, I aid the expression of unique voices in live performance and digital media with a holistic approach.
Studying web design at Seattle Central College, I naturally extended my lifelong theatre practice into user and information architecture design. When I transitioned into working directly with web developers, I connected my experience as a production manager in theatre and project management, which led me to study project management at UW-PCE. In the post-COVID era, I returned to my core values, working with nonprofit organizations and on historical research projects. More recently, I’ve reconnected with my first love of dramaturgy by developing professional editing skills in a third certificate at UW-PCE and beginning a Masters of Literature (MLitt) at the University of Glasgow in Playwriting & Dramaturgy.
I get inspiration and insight from adrienne maree brown, Anastacia-Reneé, Ann Friedman, CHANI, Derek Thompson, Jamie Loftus, Laci Mosley, Lindy West & Meagan Hatcher-Mays, Sam Sanders & Saeed Jones & Zach Stafford, St. Vincent, Tom Fucoloro & TBTL.
Read more about my artistic pursuits and leadership qualities:
Why Annex – 2018 blog post about the new direction of Annex Theatre
“Rising to the Challenge” – 2017 interview with Gemma Wilson of City Arts Magazine
“Friday Five Questions” – 2016 edition of Five Friday Questions with Brett Hamil of Encore Arts Seattle
In my free time, I love to cook, write, and ride my bike:
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Catch up on my creative process in my blog.
Understand Why I Love the Bicycle – Swift Industries Blog
Cycling to combat food insecurity with Pedaling Relief Project
