I am a Minneapolis based artist! I recently completed my final year of college at the University of Minnesota Duluth, graduating with my BFA in Theatre with an emphasis in Acting. I am an Actor, Writer, Photographer, and Maker. I care about new work and small companies telling important stories. I am one half of Little Lamp Theatre Company, a theatrical duo with Olivia Nelson.

Now that I am out of school I'm excited to step into the professional world of theatre and start creating new exciting stuff! This past year I was working for the UMD Theatre Department with their Lab Series season. I created new structure for the program and mentored current students on their projects! This summer I co-produced One Who is Home with my partner Olivia nelson at the Minnesota Fringe Festival.

When I'm not doing theatre, I am usually spending time with my loved ones, working on a sewing project even though they all end up being slightly wrong and ultimately not working, sea glass hunting on the shores of Lake Superior, or doing any of the other hobbies/ projects i've started and not yet finished. I'm glad you stopped by to get to know more about me. Stick around if you want to stay up to date with my life or follow along on my instagram if that's more your speed!

-Irie ♡