PLAYWRITING:
Baba Yaga and the Federal Trade Commission // The Queens Short Play Festival // Tessa Bagby
It Happened One Kristallnacht // Drew University // Tessa Bagby
God and Abraham Play Ping Pong* // Minnesota Fringe Festival // Tessa Bagby
God and Abraham Play Ping Pong // Pittsburgh Fringe Festival // Wes Jackson
God and Abraham Play Ping Pong // Walking Shadow Readers Theatre // Amy Benson
God and Abraham Play Ping Pong // Drew University/Ensemble Studio Theater // Jamie Richards
Tony Ricci Has Acid Reflux** // Drew University // Holly Stefanik
Baba Yaga and the Federal Trade Commission*** // Walking Shadow Readers Theatre // Amy Dellagarino
Baba Yaga and the Federal Trade Commission // No Exit Theatre Collective // Zeynep Acka
God and Abraham Play Ping Pong // Drew University // Tessa Bagby
Shel and Lenny // Drew University // Liesl Eppes
*Recipient of the Oxnam Award for Playwriting given by Drew University and Ensemble Studio Theater, Finalist for the 2022 SheNYC Festival, Finalist for Skelton Rep’s Developmental Series 2022, Selected for Emerging Artists Theatre’s New Work Series 2023
**Selected for the 2023 New York Theatre Festival
***Selected for the 2023 Queens Short Play Festival
WRITING, EDITING, AND FACT-CHECKING EXPERIENCE
Fact Checker, Red Brick Village
Dir. Ned Porter, February 2023
● Researched and verified historical information for an upcoming documentary.
● Interviewed sources and cross-referenced interviews.
Writing Assistant
THE SCHOOL OF THE NEW YORK TIMES, June 2022 – August 2022
● Observed and offered critical feedback on classes run by New York Times journalists and staff.
● Advised, restructured, and edited student work submitted to New York Times staff.
Contract English Literature Lesson Writer
STUDY.COM, Mar 2022 – Present
● Created lessons for the studies of English literature using SEO and keywords.
● Summarized and analyzed classic works of literature for accessible online consumption.
Project Director, Our Story Project
DREW UNIVERSITY, May 2021 – Aug 2021
● Interviewed people across the country about their mental health and physical experiences during the COVID pandemic.
Play Submission Reader
NJ PLAY LAB, November-January 2021
● Read and recommended plays submitted to NJPL for development and production in the 2022 season.
● Gave direct feedback and critiques to the Artistic Director and Producing Dramaturg.
Research Assistant
GETTYSBURG COLLEGE, May 2020 – Aug 2020
● Aided in the research and preparation of an upcoming book, Ethics After the Holocaust.
Staff Writer
SEEN MAGAZINE, Jan 2019 – Jul 2019
● Penned reviews of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway shows, and articles about the theater community.
● Developed hands-on experience with editors, under deadlines, and maintaining professionalism when delivering opinions.
THEATRE EXPERIENCE
Wardrobe Supervisor, Fish in A Tree
New York City Children’s Theatre, March 2023 – April 2023
● Supervised the wardrobe department during shows, including costume maintenance and laundry.
● Provided makeup and wardrobe support to actors.
Wardrobe Supervisor, Mourning After Mornings
New York Live Arts, November 2022
● Supervised the wardrobe department during shows, including costume maintenance and laundry.
● Provided makeup and wardrobe support to actors.
Festival Script Reader
Premiere Stages, Union, NJ, September 2022-November 2022
● Evaluated script submissions for the 2023 New Play Festival.
● Passed on projects or requested further information, depending on skill level and fit for the company.
Substitute Wardrobe, Hair, and Makeup Supervisor, Camp Siegfried
Second Stage Theater, October 2022 – November 2022
● Quickly learned and executed wardrobe supervisor track, including quick changes and alterations.
● Applied stage makeup bruises, cuts, and general discoloration to actors.
Wardrobe Supervisor, This Beautiful Future
Cherry Lane Theater, August 2022 – October 2022
● Supervised the wardrobe department during shows, including costume maintenance and laundry.
● Provided makeup and wardrobe support to actors.
Wardrobe Supervisor, Honey and Leon
The New York City Children’s Theater, September 2022 – October 2022
● Directed costume care and management for shows, including maintenance and laundry.
● Executed quick changes for actors in a precise and efficient manner under severe time constraints.
Wardrobe Supervisor, Christopher Williams Dances
The Joyce Theater, June 2022 – July 2022
● Ran the wardrobe department during shows, including costume maintenance, puppet repair, and laundry.
● Executed quick changes for dancers in a precise and efficient manner under severe time constraints.
Dramaturg, Un Hombre (Steven Kaplan)
NJ Play Lab, March 2022- Present
● Integrated research and structure into developing work.
● Revised and restructured work throughout the drafting process.
Associate Dramaturgy Teacher
NJ Play Lab, Nov 2021 – Dec 2021
● Prepared criticism and led critical discussions of in-progress plays.
● Edited and arranged readings of new theatrical work.
Play Submission Reader
NJ Play Lab, November-January 2021
● Read and recommended plays submitted to NJPL for development and production in the 2022 season.
● Gave direct feedback and critiques to the Artistic Director and Producing Dramaturg.
Box Office and House Management Head
Kean Theatre, August 2019 – April 2022
● Directed ticket sales and distributions, as well as patron management.
● Crafted and organized calendar and work schedule for the rest of the staff for full seasons.
Founding Artistic Director
Enemy of the People Productions, May 2021 – Present
● Created an independent production company for the presentation of original work by creators in the United States.
● Curated social media strategy for a virtual production at the Minnesota Fringe Festival.
Assistant Teaching Artist
Alliance Theatre, May 2020 – July 2020
● Taught a variety of ages and supported experienced teaching artists to bring summer camps to children at home.
Community Engagement Intern
Everyman Theatre, June 2019 – August 2019
● Collaborated with the director of Community Engagement to revamp Community Engagement practices.
● Created multiple study guides for upcoming productions.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Associate Dramaturgy Teacher
NJ PLAY LAB, Nov 2021 – Dec 2021
● Prepared criticism and led critical discussions of in-progress plays.
● Edited and arranged readings of new theatrical work.
Writing Fellow
CENTER OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE- DREW UNIVERSITY, Aug 2019 – Apr 2022
● Taught writing lessons and created lesson plans for writing-focused Freshman seminar classes.
● Engaged with students through individual tutoring sessions and writing workshops
Writing Specialist Tutor
CENTER OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE- DREW UNIVERSITY, Jan 2020 – Apr 2022
● Edited undergraduate and graduate work to help students improve writing skills at any college level.
● Reviewed skills and taught lessons in writing basics and techniques.
EDUCATION
BA – Theatre Arts, Concentration in Playwriting and Dramaturgy
DREW UNIVERSITY, Graduated May 2022, GPA: 3.97