Updates
We love a workshop!!
Joining a stellar team of supportive artists at Great Barrington Public Theater to aid in the evolution of Michael Brady’s latest play, Reunion. Two days of workshopping culminates in a public reading on Wednesday, August 6th.
10X10 New Play Festival
Raya is thrilled to make her debut with BSC in their
14th annual 10X10! February 13th-March 16th*
*Now extended an extra weekend!
Homebody: An Original Work
For Troy Foundry Theatre’s Half Baked Festival, Raya co-created and performed in an original piece with collaborator and friend, Emily Curro. Homebody is a heartfelt, personal exploration of what it means to feel at home, both in and outside of the body.
Homebody is currently in development; Raya and Emily are seeking further workshop and performance opportunities.
The Bard! A Band! A Blast!
Raya joins the Shakespeare & Company crew in this brainchild of artists Allyn Burrows & Jacob Ming-Trent.
“and though she be but little,
she is fierce.”
Raya returns to her Shakespearean roots as the feisty Hermia in A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Capital Rep in Albany, NY directed by Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill.
Runs April 14-May 7th, 2023.
Hold On Honeys Makin’ noise
Prepping for a handful of upcoming shows, writing original music, and strategizing for future recording sessions.
Loving every step of the way.
Development Deep Dive
Currently in the embryonic stages of two different project ideas: one involving immersive farce (yes, you read that right!) and the other exploring ritual and routine through movement.
Stay tuned for more updates.
Maker of the Week
“Adopting the beginner’s mind.”
Recently featured in The Collaborative’s “Maker of the Week” spotlight, Raya dives into her devising journey, producing during a pandemic, and why art is so crucial.
Things I know to Be True
…by award winning playwright Andrew Bovell. Raya returns to Great Barrington Public as Rosie in the East Coast premiere of this play about family, love, loss and the pains of growing up.
August 5th - 14th, 2022
“Nice to meet you, dips**ts!”
‘Relying on Benjamins’ - a musical comedy podcast
Catch Raya as the spitfire junior talent agent, Amber Santina. Listen for her extra sassy attitude in Episodes 2, 4, 6 and beyond!
Ongoing