Bio, Experience & Training
My Journey
I am a sophomore in high school who has started the pilgrimage towards a life in theater. Over the past few years, I have learned to play the trumpet, taken theater classes, and participated in a handful of productions to cut my teeth on. My short-term goals are to continue to amass experience while discovering the intricacies of becoming a well-rounded actor.
Creator
Bio
River’s Journey
River is a vibrant and emerging talent in the acting world. At a young age, he has already shown a remarkable ability to captivate audiences with his performances. With a passion for the arts that ignited in his early years, River has pursued acting with dedication and enthusiasm.
Currently, River is thrilled to be exploring diverse roles and honing his craft. He has trained rigorously, participating in workshops and classes that focus on various techniques & styles. His natural talent is complemented by his dedication to continuous learning and improvement. River’s recent work includes a lead role in a school play and a supporting role in a local theater production. He brings a unique perspective to every character, infusing each performance with authenticity and depth.
Offstage, River has developed a strong interest in how films are made. He believes that a better understanding of how actors work to develop their character’s identity, will help his understanding of the human condition, and enhance his ability to portray complex characters. As River embarks on his theater journey, he is eager to tackle challenging roles and collaborate with esteemed peers in the industry. With a bright future ahead, River is one to watch.
Acting Credits
You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown
2024
This musical adaptation of the classic Peanuts characters was performed with River’s TOTA troup and features River in the title role of Charlie Brown.
Boeing Boeing
2024
This French farce was adapted for the English stage and performed by the PHUHS theater troupe, with River acting as the understudy for the role of Robert Reed.
Midsummer Night’s Dream
2024
This modern adaptation of the Shakespear classic was performed with River’s TOTA troup, and features River as the “stoner” wall.
Pride and Prejudice
2024
As an ensemble member of this PHUHS production, River undertook various roles to help round out the cast for this spring production.
Chicago – The Musical
2023
For this PHUHS production of Chicago, River took on the role of the cheating husband “X”. This marked River’s first taste of critical acclaim, as their adaptation was selected to be featured at the Florida state theater competition on the Straz Center’s Morsoni Stage in front of thousands of his peers.
Beauty and the Beast
2022
During the PMS production of this classic story, River was featured in the title role as the Beast. This was the first major role of River’s burgeoning career.
Training
Pinellas County Center for the Arts
2025 – Present
In-depth study of acting, singing, stagecraft, costume, lighting, sound, theatre history, and stage management located in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Tota Music & Theater Conservatory
2023 – 2024
Professional acting, dance, and improvisation classes provided at a world-class facility in Clearwater, Florida.
Palm Harbor University
High School
2023 – 2024
As a member of the IB Theater Program, River is receiving an all-encompassing tour of how to break into the medium.
Palm Harbor
Middle School
2020 – 2022
Through music, band, and theater productions, River received his first taste of the stage, and the limelight that comes with it during his middle school years.
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I am interesting in connecting with anyone who wants to discuss opportunities, lessons, or any additional way that I can hone my craft.