My work as an artist stems from chasing this constant drive to help shape the world into a better one. It's a complicated matter to confront what is and what could be, and it makes for some very interesting art. My best work comes from depicting characters that break the mold of what we expect people to be capable of. In my time talking to the strangers of Chicago and Cincinnati, I've learned that even the most mystifying of people are just trying to make the best out of a bad hand. My goal is to provide comfort to the disturbed and unfortunate with visibility. Not as a caricature or an archetype, but as a living person. Only then can I nurture hope, to show people understand that improvement is possible for them too. I won't be satisfied until everyone has had the opportunity to see their story meet the light of day. And it's safe to say, I'll be chasing this purpose till my dying day.
Throughout my time in college, I have amassed a deep toolbox of practices and theory. From the Greek classics to post-dramatics at their finest, I can slip into any project if I know the theory. I draw mostly on my diverse lived experiences. I grew up in a one-income household, have moved through 3 childhood homes, and am a devoted wanderer. I always have some crazy story that I can connect to my texts, and from there it's a simple exercise in my immense imagination. In my youth I was mostly left to my own devices, reenacting my favorite scenes from the endless books and movies I consumed beyond my years. Then, upon becoming a social drifter amongst a high school 4,000 students strong, I discovered multitudes within myself to shift from clique to clique. I get myself into a lot of capers 'for the plot' and I use them for equal parts wisdom and temper. As such I am inclined towards playing guiding figures, dry humored strong men, and cunning villains. I get a thrill from immersing myself in the world of a project and latch onto the mysticism of fantasy and sci-fi elements with delight. But most of all I enjoy a strong aesthetic. From there the rest will follow.
Competitive Dance
2014-2022
Performing with Just Off Broadway dance studio. 3 competitions a year, with nationals every other year as a top contender.
Highschool Theatre
2018-2022
The first years diving into theatre and nurturing my ambition for acting. I performed in a total of 12 live productions, participating in international thespians.
Bachelor's Degree
2022-2026
Admitted to Depaul University for BFA Acting, studying under some of the best instructors and performers in the industry.
Study Abroad
Summer 2025
A once in a lifetime opportunity for an 18-day acting intensive in Vlychos, Greece. Included international master classes and a full-length devised performance.
Website Creation
2026
The start of my personal creative mission to make media for the public, and to pave the flagstones of my budding career.