Mary is a New York City and Twin Cities based Intimacy Director, Actor, and Singer. Originally from Minnesota, Mary received a BFA in Music Theatre from The Hartt School of Music, Dance, and Theatre where she cultivated her interests in acting techniques, theatre history, dance/movement, and in depth study of the voice.
Combining a deep love of the rehearsal process and the desire to make the theatre industry more safe and equitable, Mary has added Intimacy Directing to her roster of artistic pursuits. Training with Intimacy Directors & Coordinators, Theatrical Intimacy Education, and Principal Intimacy Professionals, Mary has completed over 200 hours of study in pursuit of their certification with IDC (https://www.idcprofessionals.com)
Aside from performing and Intimacy Directing, Mary appreciates writing, yoga, learning Danish, and repeatedly viewing the Bechdel Test approved film Under the Tuscan Sun.