I’m an actor and educator currently living in Chicago. I work in film, commercials, voiceover, and theatre and teach many acting courses at Depaul University’s The Theatre School. I also sometimes coach individuals and groups in public speaking and communication skills.
I’m passionate about devised ensemble theatre, and love creating original work through a collaborative process. I’ve devised, directed, and performed in several original plays with Cock and Bull Arts, where I’m Associate Artistic Director. I’ve also devised new work with Filament Theatre, The Building Stage, Northwoods Ramah Theatre Company, and for the Chicago Fringe Festival.
Other performances in Chicago include work with Northlight Theatre, Remy Bumppo Theatre, The Arc Theatre, Muse of Fire, Emerald City, and Citadel Theatre, among others. I’ve also written and directed plays for Arc Theatre's annual Arcitext festival. I received a Jeff award nomination for my work on Moby-Dick with The Building Stage/Theatre on the Lake, and an Excellence in Teaching Award for my work at DePaul.
Prior to Chicago, I lived in New York where I performed with The Metropolitan Opera, Manhattan Children's Theatre, the 13th Street Theatre, and Manhattan Theatre Source, among others.
I have an MFA in Acting from DePaul University and a BA from Tufts University, and I’ve trained with The British American Drama Academy, the Moscow Art Theatre, and many other great institutions and teachers through the years.
I’m also a mom to a joyous toddler who keeps me very busy.