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Heela Khaliqi is a student performer and theatre contributor who leads, directs, and supports productions through acting, stage management, lighting, and costume work. They build inclusive spaces through school clubs and theatre events, coordinating with teams to deliver strong performances and smooth rehearsals.
Across theatre productions, festivals, and school leadership roles, Heela brings hands-on creativity such as designing posters and presentations, managing production schedules, and ensuring costumes and stage transitions are production ready. They also manage a performing arts Instagram account by creating content, networking, and driving audience
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Work Experience
Peer Tutor (Performing Arts 9) at Pinetree Secondary School
February 1, 2026 - June 1, 2026Tutored peers in Performing Arts 9 by assisting the teacher with lessons and activities. Helped engage the class and supported future aspiring performers.
Peer Tutor (Performing Arts) at Pinetree Secondary School
February 1, 2026 - June 1, 2026Peer tutor for the performing arts 9 class. Assisted the teacher with lessons and activities, engaged with the class, and taught future aspiring performers.
Stage Manager (Lighting and Backstage operations) at MetFest District Theatre Festival (Heritage Woods)
December 1, 2025 - PresentPerformed in the production and directed a scene of 'Door to Door' while managing backstage operations to ensure smooth, clean, and timely transitions. Coordinated cast and technical cues, maintained clear communication during rehearsals and performances, assisted with costumes (comfort, suitability), organized schedules, tracked props, and helped resolve production challenges/conflicts.
Stage Manager and Set Crew / performed in production at Metfest District Theatre Festival (Heritage Woods)
December 1, 2025 - PresentPerformed in the production ‘Door to Door’ while managing backstage operations to ensure smooth, clean, and timely scene transitions. Coordinated cast and technical cues, maintained clear communication during rehearsals and performances, supported costume comfort and fit, organized schedules, tracked props, and helped resolve production challenges or conflicts.
Stage Manager and Set Crew at Metfest District Theatre Festival (Heritage Woods)
December 1, 2025 - PresentPerformed in the ‘Door to Door’ production while simultaneously managing backstage operations to ensure smooth, clean, and timely scene transitions. Coordinated cast and technical cues, maintained clear communication during rehearsals and performances, and assisted with costumes including organization, comfort, and fit for actor preferences. Organized schedules, tracked props, and resolved production challenges or conflicts to support the director’s vision.
Head of Costumes (Guys and Dolls production) at Pinetree Secondary School
September 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026Co-led the costume crew for the musical 'Guys and Dolls' while also participating in the cast. Designed, organized, styled, sewed, measured, and maintained costumes; managed hair and specific makeup styles for the full cast. Worked on set painting and props, and collaborated with directors to ensure efficient costume changes and production readiness.
Stage Manager (Tech Crew - Pinetree Secondary) at Pinetree Secondary School (Tech Crew)
September 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026Second stage manager for the school tech crew. Coordinated backstage needs for all music concerts and assemblies. Supported the head stage manager with scheduling, communication, meetings, and readiness for outfit/equipment malfunctions.
Head of costumes (co-lead costume crew) at Guys and Dolls production, Pinetree Secondary School
September 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026Co-led the costume crew for the ‘Guys and Dolls’ musical production. Worked in the cast while designing, organizing, styling, sewing, measuring, and maintaining costumes. Supported painting sets and managing props, collaborated with directors to ensure efficient costume changes, and prepared hair and specific makeup styles for the full cast.
Second Stage Manager / Tech Crew Stage Manager at Pinetree Secondary School Tech Crew
September 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026Acted as second stage manager for the school’s tech crew. Coordinated backstage for music concerts and assemblies and supported the head stage manager with scheduling, communication, and meetings. Prepared for outfit/equipment malfunctions and assisted during technical transitions.
Social Media Manager at Treehouse Theatre (Instagram account)
September 1, 2025 - PresentManaged the performing arts Instagram account by posting theatre spirit content. Responsible for constant posting, networking, account growth, and generating creative video ideas. Built skills in creativity, communication, flexibility, trend analysis, and video editing.
Head of Costumes (Co-led Costume Crew) at Pinetree Secondary School (Guys and Dolls production)
September 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026Co-led the costume crew for the musical ‘Guys and Dolls’ while working with the cast. Designed, organized, styled, sewed, measured, maintained, and managed full production costumes, and supported hair and specific makeup styles for the cast. Painted sets and managed props, collaborating with directors to make costume changes efficient and ensuring production readiness.
Second Stage Manager, Tech Crew at Pinetree Secondary Tech Crew
September 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026Assisted in coordinating backstage for music concerts and assemblies. Supported the head stage manager with scheduling, communication, and meetings, and prepared for outfit or equipment malfunctions. Ensured readiness and smooth operations during school events.
Lighting Director (MetFest District Theatre Festival) at MetFest District Theatre Festival (Heritage Woods)
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Served as Lighting Director for MetFest 2024 production 'Romeo and Juliet' (Gotham edition) directed by Natalie Lovelock. Managed and operated stage lighting and effectively collaborated with the director to meet artistic vision and production needs.
Leadership Program (Peer Leader) at Pinetree Secondary School
September 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025Participated in a peer leadership program and supported leadership planning and delivery. Managed tasks and delivered them to peers, helped manage events, generated event ideas (spirit week, talent show, assemblies), and contributed to artistic elements such as posters, boards, and costumes. Developed communication, teamwork, and initiative through hands-on student-led projects.
Lighting Director at Metfest District Theatre Festival (Heritage Woods)
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Served as Lighting Director for MetFest 2024 for the ‘Romeo and Juliet Gotham Edition’ production directed by Natalie Lovelock. Managed and operated lighting on stage and collaborated with the director to meet artistic lighting visions during the festival run.
Vice President (QSA club) at Pinetree Secondary School / QSA Club
September 1, 2022 - June 30, 2026Led meetings; created events including bake sales, clothing drives, and pride events; designed posters and presentations. Helped provide a safe and diverse space for the community and allies, and coordinated communication/collaboration with other club executives.
Vice President of the QSA club at Pinetree Secondary School at QSA Club, Pinetree Secondary School
September 1, 2022 - June 1, 2026Led meetings and helped create events including bake sales, clothing drives, and pride events. Produced posters and presentations, and supported a safe, diverse space for community members and allies. Communicated and collaborated effectively with other club executives.
Vice President of the QSA Club (Queer Straight Alliance) at Pinetree Secondary School
September 1, 2022 - June 1, 2026Led meetings and helped create events such as bake sales, clothing drives, and pride events. Developed posters and presentations while supporting a safe and diverse space for the community and allies. Coordinated and collaborated effectively with other club executives and ensured clear communication throughout planning and delivery.
Education
High School Diploma (Singing, Dancing and Acting) at Pinetree Secondary School
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2026High school diploma at Pinetree Secondary School
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2026High school diploma (Stage combat, directing and scriptwriting, leadership, creativity, music production, content creation and graphic design, painting, sewing, flexibility) at Pinetree Secondary School
September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026Qualifications
Student of the week (x2)
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026Writing competition (Placed 3rd)
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026Treehouse Theatre: Best performance by a grade 11 award
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026Speech competition: Honorable mention and certificate of participation
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026Drama Department 2026 award
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026Treehouse Theatre: Best director award
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
Experience Level
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