About Me
From my earliest memory (trying to figure out how Cathy Rigby flew in a tour of PETER PAN), I have developed a lifelong passion for the myriad of arts and technologies that can be combined to create transformative works of theatre. After a childhood performing professionally in the Louisville Area and producing backyard extravaganzas (of course that included flying in my own backyard production of PETER PAN at age 12), I studied Theatre Education at Indiana University and channeled my love for producing, directing, and designing as the Director of Theatre Arts at Floyd Central High School. During that time, I was invited by Disney Theatrical Group and Music Theatre International to pilot titles like Disney's NEWSIES and MATILDA. Teaching and directing at the high school level was a true dream job for me; I relished the chance to mentor young performers, designers, and technicians through technically complex productions with the help of a team of collaborative professional mentors. Many of my students are now well established in careers throughout the theatre industry. Having dedicated the first decade of my career on the development of my students, I moved on from Floyd Central to attend to my own growth as a theatre artist. My primary focus now is on my development as an actor and singer while still keeping my directing and design skills fresh. I began this chapter by releasing my musical theatre cover album, "Out of Character," followed by a return to the stage at Derby Dinner Playhouse where I first learned to perform as a child. I am now based in Indianapolis and New York City where I am taking on the role of student again; seeking growth through work onstage and off.
