About

I’m a Boston-based performer, writer, and storyteller who believes the best theater asks hard questions and tells the truth. I earned my BA in Musical Theater from Marymount Manhattan College and continued my training at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, Massachusetts. As a performer, I’m known for being a bold, powerhouse vocalist who loves diving into complex characters and stories that explore social justice, mental health, and the messy beauty of family dynamics.

A woman singing on stage with a vintage microphone, wearing a black dress and jewelry, illuminated by colorful stage lights.
A woman wearing a black bowler hat, black sleeveless top, and fishnet stockings, sitting on a black chair with an intense facial expression, in a dimly lit setting with a blue background.
A woman with shoulder-length brown hair leaning over a speakers at a concert with pink and purple stage lights in the background.
The image shows a theatrical performance with a woman kneeling on the stage, holding a bag, and expressing a passionate emotion. In the background, there is a multi-level wooden set resembling a house interior, with a person standing on the upper balcony observing the scene. The stage is lit with blue and purple lighting, creating a dramatic atmosphere.

Storytelling is at the heart of everything I do. I love creating characters that feel deeply personal while staying true to the playwright’s voice, and I’m especially drawn to work that challenges both my emotional instincts and my physical craft. Since returning home from New York during the pandemic, I’ve performed in theaters across Massachusetts, including roles such as Maureen in Rent, Lizzie Borden in Lizzie: The Musical, and Sally Bowles in Cabaret. I’ve also worked in film and television, expanding my love of storytelling beyond the stage.

Offstage, I’m a writer of poetry and screenplays. My work centers around trauma, childhood, and the experiences of dysfunctional families, often exploring these themes through nature. I’m drawn to writing that’s raw, honest, and sometimes a little uncomfortable—stories that confront darkness while still searching for the hope and beauty that lives inside it.

I also collaborate with my best friend and creative partner, Alana Rae Sackman, through our small production company, Shaye and Rae Productions. When I’m not performing or writing, you’ll probably find me practicing yoga, meditating in the park, or spending time with my three cats: Nellie, Theo, and Cora.

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