As a Director, my passion lies in engaging directly with the text. I thoroughly reread a play, dissecting its plot, characters, themes, and setting. In my mind, I construct a framework of the play, encompassing everything from rough staging to initial technical elements. My expertise leans towards the technical, multitasking across set, lighting, sound, and projection design. Moreover, my rehearsal approach is enjoyable yet swift, starting with multiple readings of the play, engaging in discussions with the cast, and swiftly moving on to character development, blocking/staging, and integrating technical aspects. In terms of blocking/staging, I advocate for actors to move organically, avoiding what I term “structured traffic cop blocking.” Engaging in character development discussions with a playwright is the highlight of the collaborative process for me. I identify as a “Playwrights’ Director,” a steadfast collaborator committed to supporting the playwright through every peak and valley of the theatrical journey.