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I am a storytelling coach, actor, writer, and director with 30+ years of experience in theatre, film, and education. I am known for creative leadership, artistic innovation, and the ability to empower others through storytelling and performance.
I have a proven track record in acting, artistic direction, and coaching professionals and actors to achieve growth, confidence, and authenticity in their craft.
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Work Experience
Team Leader at Teavana
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017Retail leadership role focusing on product knowledge, sales coaching, team accountability, guest service, and floor merchandising.
Teaching Assistant at York University – Faculty of Fine Arts – Theatre
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012Taught Introduction to Acting I & II; studio-based courses focusing on warm-ups, script analysis, monologues and scenes.
Acting Instructor at CMAC: Canadian Models Actors Centre
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010Taught Advanced Acting for the Camera; prepared students for lead roles in feature films; supervised ensemble productions.
Film Prize Juror at Alberta Foundation for the Arts
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007Served on peer juries to select recipients for Alberta filmmaking grants.
Acting Instructor at The Foote Theatre School at The Citadel Theatre
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Taught Acting for the Camera; authored course materials; supervised final video projects and demo reels.
Acting Instructor at Actors’ Circle
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009RAN weekly workshops on Acting for Stage & Screen; coached individuals and groups to expand an actor’s toolbox.
Office Assistant at Concrete Theatre
January 1, 2001 - PresentManaged theatre company office operations, bookings and volunteer coordination.
Head Facilitator at Film And Video Arts Society of Alberta - Monday Night Club
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2009Led weekly screen-acting and directing workshops; coordinated production and feedback sessions.
Private Acting and Personal Coach at Self-employed / Nataraja Studio
January 1, 2000 - PresentCoaches actors and professionals to achieve creative solutions and self-direction; uses masks, mirrors, physical-vocal work, storytelling, and improvisation to unlock authentic performance and life roles.
Private Acting and Personal Coach
January 1, 2000 - PresentCoaches actors and professionals to achieve creative solutions, audition readiness, and personal development through acting-based methodologies.
Shakespeare Camp Instructor at Festival Place / Edmonton Public Library
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 1999Developed and taught weeklong Shakespeare workshops for teens in collaboration with Nataraja Studio and partners.
Actor / Educator at Theatre Prospero
December 30, 1998 - December 30, 2003Developed and led workshops for students exploring Shakespeare’s works, including performance, stage combat, design, and language interpretation.
Acting Instructor at Chan International Modeling Agency
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2003Taught Acting for Film and Television; age-grouped classes; facilitated final video presentations.
Artistic Director, Writer and Producer at The Nataraja Studio
January 1, 1995 - PresentCreated, wrote, directed, produced, performed in and managed multiple theatre and independent cinema projects; responsible for research and development, grant writing, budgeting, casting, set/costume/lighting/sound design, cinematography, marketing, and distribution.
Artistic Director, Writer and Producer at Nataraja Studio
December 31, 1994 - PresentCreated, wrote, directed, produced, performed in and managed projects for theatre and independent cinema; research and development; grant writing; budgeting and financing; office administration; casting talent and production teams; location scouting; set/costume/lighting/sound design; award-winning fight and dance choreography; cinematography and recording; marketing campaigns; editing and post-production; distribution and event coordination.
Professional Actor at Canadian Actors’ Equity Association (CAEA)
January 1, 1988 - PresentMember; acted in numerous theatre and film projects; notable roles include Friar Lawrence and Amrit in Samsaria; plus appearances in The Audition and related works.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Drama Major at University of Alberta
September 7, 1989 - August 31, 1994Drama major, Film Studies minor; courses also taken English, History, Political Science, Psychology, Religious Studies, Music, Art
BA Honours Exchange Programme at King Alfred's College – University of Winchester
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026Introduction to 16MM Filmmaking at Film and Video Arts Society (Alberta)
November 30, 0002 - January 23, 2026Bachelor of Arts at University of Alberta
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1994BA Honours Exchange Programme at King Alfred’s College – University of Winchester
January 1, 1993 - January 24, 2026Master Classes – Theatre: Voice & Text at York University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012Introduction to 16MM Filmmaking at Film and Video Arts Society (Alberta)
January 1, 2000 - January 24, 2026Bachelor of Arts at University of Alberta
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1994BA Honours Exchange Programme at King Alfred’s College – University of Winchester
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993Bachelor of Arts at University of Alberta
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1994BA Honours Exchange Programme at King Alfred’s College – University of Winchester
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Qualifications
Betty Mitchell Award Nomination - Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Drama
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award - Outstanding Choreography
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026St. Francis Xavier Drama Award
January 11, 1989 - January 11, 1989Best Actor Award for The Audition
January 1, 1997 - January 24, 2026Actor / Combatant Certification - Fight Directors Canada
June 1, 1996 - June 21, 1996BETTY MITCHELL AWARD (Nomination) – Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Drama: Helen’s Necklace
January 1, 2008 - January 26, 2026Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award – Outstanding Choreography: Samsaria
January 1, 1998 - January 26, 2026St. Francis Xavier Drama Award
January 1, 1989 - January 26, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Other
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