1. What was it like directing your own play, were there certain aspects you enjoyed more then others?
I think a directing any form of art can have its ups and downs. Directing my own play was extremely beneficial, as it allowed me to envision what I wanted scenes to look like, not others’ interpretation on my creation. The worst part about directing is having to be strict. I typically let a lot that the actors do slide, as long as they respect their deadlines. However, if we’re falling behind, I have to be strict, and I hate it. I prefer my friends to be calm, not stressed.
2. You co-directed the play with greenly, do you think the two of you made a good duo?
Greenley and I have always been a team. As someone who has never directed a play, I was worried that I wasn’t going to be able to handle it. Thankfully, Greenley reached out, asking to assist with directing, which has been such a huge part in bringing this to life. When directing, we collaborate our ideas in order to tie up any loose ends we notice within the scenes. I doubt what we directed would have been even partially close to it if only I directed
3. What served as inspiration during the creative process?
The funny thing about this script is that it’s completely rewritten. I actually wrote the original script in the summer of 2024, but realized that it was awful. When I rewrote it, a lot of my inspiration for the setting came for my love of crime shows, such as Orange is the New Black, or The Rookie. The inspiration tied in with my imagination created some of the most powerful screenwriting that I’ve ever written, and I’m insanely proud of the script.
4. How do you think the play would be received?
I’m really excited for people to see my creation, and I personally think that others are going to enjoy it. My only concern is that it’s a threequel, and ties in two other shows that not everyone may have seen. It may lead to some confusion within the crowd. However, there are some sections within the play that rely heavily on improv, (see if you can spot them) and add a more personalized tone to the characters.
5. Any post AITE plans?
Of course I want to stay in the arts, but maybe instead of acting, I’ll make music. I’ve always loved putting on a show for people, whether I have an audience of one or an audience of 100. Who knows, maybe one day I’ll be headlining Madison Square Garden?
