Mandy Roveda

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ABOUT MANDY ROVEDA

Mandy is a performer, director and educator with a passion for working on new works and creating in surprising spaces. She is also very interested in reimagining theatre teaching methodologies and challenging traditional rehearsal practices. Working cross-culturally abroad and in Canada has given her the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in a myriad of environments and has allowed her to really investigate process. Mandy redefines her practice with each new project. She cares deeply about the people she works with and feels strongly about creating brave spaces for artists to play and bring their full unique selves to the room. Mandy has worked in TV, film, and theatre across Canada, Thailand, Taiwan, and South Korea. She is the co-founding Artistic Director of Taipei Players, the first English Language theatre company in Taipei, and the founder and host of Taipei Story Slam, a live storytelling competition dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. She is currently the Resident Director and Artistic Associate of The Secret Session: The Movie Experience and has brought to life cult classics such as Ghostbusters, Shaun of the Dead, and The Princess Bride.