Directing
I approach directing as an embodied, collaborative practice grounded in listening, imagination, and world-building. Whether shaping a new script, adapting existing material, staging a classic or contemporary drama or devising original work with an ensemble, I structure rehearsal as a process of shared discovery rooted in trust, curiosity, and collective purpose.
My directing draws on physical theater, ensemble-based storytelling, and a commitment to social justice. I am especially drawn to work that explores identity, history, and collective memory — stories that challenge dominant narratives and amplify voices too often pushed to the margins. For me, directing is not about imposing fixed answers, but facilitating processes that support artistic rigor, risk-taking, and clarity of intention.
Approach & Process
I center the actor and ensemble in my work. Rehearsals often begin with physical exploration and improvisation, layering in voice, text, and reflection as the work evolves. This iterative approach allows meaning to emerge through the body before settling into interpretation, supporting both technical precision and conceptual depth.
My holistic approach encourages collaborators to understand performance within a broader ecosystem of design, dramaturgy, space, and social context, strengthening both individual artistry and ensemble cohesion.
Selected Directing Practice
Immersive & Site-Specific Performance
Stage & Musical Theatre
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Treasure Island, Red State, Oil & Water - San Francisco Mime Troupe
Devised, Youth & Community-Based Work
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Original ensemble-created productions through SFMT’s Youth Theater Project and summer intensive programs
Equity & Collaboration
Equity, inclusion, and mentorship are foundational to my directing practice. I bring an acute awareness of how representation, access, and power operate within rehearsal rooms and institutions. I am committed to cultivating collaborative processes that engage difference with care, rigor, and respect.
I collaborate with artists of all ages and experience levels, spanning professional, academic, and community-based settings.