Theatre
How I fell in love with Theatre
In 8th grade, when I was a teacher’s aide for 7th Grade English, Ms. Young and I had an idea to put on a play since so many students took an interest in The Outsiders. With minimal experience and no theatre program, we built the play from the ground up.
I cut the script, made a rehearsal schedule, and helped cast the play. The auditions got so popular with students that we ended up with two casts: the “Do it for Johnny Cast” and the “Stay Golden Cast”. At that moment it became clear to me that theatre is a way to share stories and bring people together.
I helped with directing and stage management throughout the process. When Mrs. Young felt unsure, I was there to support her. Seeing our idea come to life made me realize how meaningful my work can be. As we sold out show after show, I felt even more confident in what we had created.
Being on stage for final bows is something I always remember. But we did more than just put on a show, we created a legacy. Now, The Outsiders is put on every other year at Stanley Middle School. Ms. Young even left her job as an English teacher to become Stanley’s drama teacher.
Production Experience
Student Director
On the Razzle (Cast: 24, Crew: 8+) Acalanes HS October 22-25, 2025
- Cast and blocked the entire show
- Mentored Stage Manager and new ASM
- Collaborated with Director on set and prop design
- Managed scheduling, rehearsal calendar, and production team meetings
Stage Manager
Urinetown (Cast: 38, Crew: 20) UCLA August 1, 2025
Ran rehearsals, communicated with creative teams and completed paperwork, such as script analysis and digital blocking. Used Qlab, operated spotlight and coordinated scene changes during live shows.
Student Director & Choreographer
The SpongeBob Musical (Cast: 45, Crew: 15) Acalanes HS April 24-27, 2025
- Collaborated with Director on creative vision
- Blocked scenes and managed movement for large ensemble
- Designed and taught choreography for up to 40 cast members
- Created prop list and assisted with costumes
Student Director
A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Cast: 24, Crew: 11) Acalanes HS October 23-26, 2024
- Cast and blocked the show
- Led acting workshops and organized the interactive pre-show experience
- Boosted morale with bonding events and spirit week dress-ups
- Managed publicity, including all social media promotions
Stage Manager
The Wizard of Oz (Cast: 43, Crew: 12) Acalanes HS March 6-9, 2024
- Tracked attendance, blocking, and director’s notes
- Assisted with costumes, props, and set build
- Called cues and operated spotlight during performances
Student Director
Inherit the Wind (Cast: 27, Crew: 13) Acalanes HS October 25-28, 2023
- First introduction to student directing
- Worked closely with Director and student production team
- Coached individual actors on technique
- Built cue script and called scene changes during the shows
Co-Director/Stage Manager
The Outsiders Stanley Middle School April 15-16, 2022
- Organized auditions and cast two separate ensembles
- Cut and organized script, created production paperwork
- Scheduled and ran rehearsals, taught stage combat
- Served as sound mixer during shows
Acting Experience
Featured Dancer, The SpongeBob Musical Acalanes HS April 24-27, 2025
- Filled in all show days as a hiphop and jazz dancer.
- Demonstrated adaptability by picking up choreography and blocking only a few weeks before opening.
- Additionally filled in as an ensemble role the night of.
Lead, Accepted: Short Play Festival Acalanes HS March 27-28, 2025
- Portrayed a teenage girl in a comedy unexpectedly turned tragic.
- Explored comedic timing, depth and emotional range.
Talk Show Host, Rejected: Short Play FestivalAcalanes HS April 25-26, 2024
- Performed in a student-produced production and helped bring the director and playwright’s vision to life.
- Adapted and problem-solved as the show transferred under a different direction.
Ensemble, Legally Blonde Acalanes HS March 22-25, 2023
- Fulfilled the roles of frat guy, Harvard student and salesclerk. Attended vocal, staging and choreography rehearsals. Assisted the director with blocking and acting direction.
Theatre Communities
Growth Notes Co-President Grades 11-12
- Managed 20+ student volunteers in an international organization dedicated to accessibility of the arts.
- Aided volunteers through initiative planning and external communication.
- Led monthly team meetings across departments.
Growth Notes Theatre Program Lead Grades 11-12
- Created a three-day theatre camp curriculum involving acting exercises and theatre games.
- Communicated with external organizations and resources.
Haunted House Scare Actor @ Lafayette Community Center Grade 9
- Entertained guests through immersive character portrayal and interactive scares.
- Utilized improvisational skills to adapt performances based on guest age range.
Theatre Courses
Acalanes High School Lafayette, CA Expected May ‘26
Drama 1, 2, Advanced Drama, Drama Honors
Stage Management Summer Institute @ UCLA | Grade: A Summer 2025
Completed paperwork such as pre-production and runsheets. Mastered Propared, Final Draft and Qlab.
Musical Theater History @ Fullerton College | Grade: A Summer 2025
Created Vaudeville Bills and Cole Porter inspired lyrics. Wrote two theatrical review papers.
Theater History @ Santa Ana Community College | Grade: A Spring 2025
Explored theater’s cultural impact across decades and how civil rights movements influenced the stage.
Theatre and Globalization @ LMU (Coursera) I Grade: A Fall 2025
Discovered global issues through drama, debated on online forums and complete two research projects.
