About
Biography
I embarked on my acting journey as a child, performing in community and school theatre productions. After earning my B.F.A. in Acting from Texas Tech University, I continued to hone my craft in local commercials, summer stock, and regional theatre. My career took a significant leap when I moved to New York City, where I was cast in a limited run of Urinetown. I advanced from dance captain to choreographer, marking a pivotal moment in my professional development.
In New York, I expanded my skills by training in improvisation at the Upright Citizens Brigade, and eventually, I founded Manhattan Theatre Mission. Over five years, our company produced a diverse array of theatre, classes, cabarets, and events, including a production in the New York International Fringe Festival, an annual Festival of New Musicals, an Equity Showcase, and even invested in the Broadway revival of Godspell.
Pursuing my passion for arts education, I enrolled in the Graduate Program in Educational Theatre at CCNY while simultaneously establishing New York All Stars Fitness and Performing Arts. The program’s rapid success allowed me to depart from my master's program a semester early to focus on the company. New York All Stars has since provided over 1,000 students with affordable enrichment education, unique opportunities for travel, performance, and multiple stage productions annually. During the pandemic, we adapted by streaming a fully produced musical, recitals, and a comedy show, launching several web series, and pivoting towards training young performers for the screen.
With newfound flexibility, I have returned to acting, with a focus on expanding my film and TV credits. Additionally, as a parent accompanying my son on set for various projects, I’ve gained invaluable industry insights. I’m excited to share this knowledge through new acting classes tailored for kids and teens. I continue to offer both virtual and in-person coaching for aspiring and working actors, helping them navigate the path to success.