DIRECTOR 
The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (ABRIDGED). UCSB Studio Theater. Photo by IV Streets. 2024
The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (ABRIDGED). UCSB Studio Theater. Photo by IV Streets. 2024
The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (ABRIDGED). UCSB Studio Theater. Photo by IV Streets. 2024
The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (ABRIDGED). UCSB Studio Theater. Photo by IV Streets. 2024
Seagull, Dir. Risa Brainin, UCSB Hatlen Theater, Photo by Jeff LIang. 2021
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Dir. Risa Brainin, Indiana Repertory Theater, Photo by Zach Rosing. 2023
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Dir. Risa Brainin, Indiana Repertory Theater, Photo by Zach Rosing. 2023
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Dir. Risa Brainin, Indiana Repertory Theater, Photo by Zach Rosing. 2023
Besties 4L. Between The Couch Cushions Sketch Comedy Show. UCSB Studio Theater, Photo by Hind Jadallah-Karraa. 2024
Besties 4L. Between The Couch Cushions Sketch Comedy Show. UCSB Studio Theater, Photo by Hind Jadallah-Karraa.2024
Besties 4L. Between The Couch Cushions Sketch Comedy Show. UCSB Studio Theater, Photo by Hind Jadallah-Karraa.2024
Besties 4L. Between The Couch Cushions Sketch Comedy Show. UCSB Studio Theater, Photo by Hind Jadallah-Karraa.2024
The Fault. UCSB Studio Theater. Photo by Trinity Wicklund. 2023
Eurydice. UCSB Studio Theater. Photo by Andrew Devine. 2023
THEATER
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (Indiana Repertory Theater)
Assistant Director
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (ABRIDGED) (Goleta, CA)
Director and Co-Producer
Between The Couch Cushions: A New Sketch Comedy Show (UC Santa Barbara)
Director and Co-Founder
Seagull (UC Santa Barbara)
Assistant Director
Reviews: Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein
(Indiana Repertory Theater)
“This is a really gorgeous production… I don’t often hand out a five-star rating, but this production deserves the accolade.”
— Lisa Gauthier Mitchison (Nuvo)
The Design Team for Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Pictured (left to right): Michael Klaers, Erin Donohue, Devon Painter, Risa Brainin, Miko Simmons, Melanie Chen Cole, Carey Wong, and Jackson Cobb
“You may think you know the story of Frankenstein, but this is a refreshing take with a fantastic cast which offers two stories for the price of one! This thoughtful drama, touching the important question of what is one’s responsibility to one’s creation, is not to be missed. Highly recommended.”
— Veronique Duprey (Seat on the Aisle)
“The show is a study of life, death, morality, and priorities. It's also deliciously eerie, just in time for the fall season. Come for the incredible production and excellent acting, but leave with some big ideas to think about.”
— Melissa Hall (Broadway World)