whomst?
Alejandra Maria Rivas for long. Ale for short. *
I’m a theatre artist and administrator, originally from Kizh|Tongva stolen land, currently living on Muwekma|Saclan|Ohlone occupied land.
NB. Latine. Mexicane. Americane. Chicane.
INFJ. Capricorn sun. Leo rising. Cancer moon.
I am drawn to theatre that is representative of the world around me. I believe in silly and disruptive and magical storytelling. I love theatre that is uncomfortable AND theatre that celebrates joy. I want to pursue art that has a way of connecting deep within the human soul; that really makes you think about how you interact with the world, how the world interacts with you, and how you interact with yourself. I think about active anti-racism and representation. I think about equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
Belonging.
I think of theatre as another way to reflect on ourselves and society. If something makes us uncomfortable, why does it make us uncomfortable? How do we sit with our discomfort? Or do we? When do we need discomfort and when do we need joy? How can both coexist? I seek to create theatre that makes us ask questions.
*pronounced Ah-leh or Álé
