Hello~!

My name is Seb (any pronouns) and I am a classically trained Stage Manager with a BFA from Syracuse University’s Department of Drama. My passion for entertainment started at a young age when I saw my first blooper reel, my fascination with what happens behind the scenes began.

Growing up in Madison, Wisconsin, I often retreated into video games, music, and all kinds of media, using them as a way to cope during a time when I felt isolated and struggled to find motivation to pursue anything for myself. Theater was the one thing that pulled me out of that and made me feel passionate about myself, so an entertainment career was never really a question of if, but was always a matter of when.

In my time at SU Drama, I had the opportunity to Stage Manage several shows on my own, working with industry professionals. The highlight for me was a Theater for Young Audiences (TYA) tour with Syracuse Stage, which toured to countless Elementary Schools all throughout Central New York. I got to bring that same spark that inspired me to countless students, many of whom loved to ask the technical questions that I would've during our Q&A talkback portion at the end of the show.

Syracuse University also allowed me to spend a semester studying theater in London, as well a semester in Los Angeles, where I worked an Artist Management internship and began to PA on various sets from a short film, to a commercial, and even a music video. My time in LA rekindled my love for all forms of entertainment, from my original video game obsession to Music, Film, and Live Broadcasts.

My goal is to create environments where creativity can shine by keeping processes clear and people connected. I’m especially drawn to the in-between spaces of a production, where communication and support make all the difference. I enjoy being the glue that brings everything together, helping each moving part contribute to something cohesive and fully realized. Whether through small ways, like creating a "phone tree" to ensure my cast was awake for an early morning TYA tour call, or in bigger moments, like holding structure and calm during a demanding tech week. I solve problems in real time while supporting the people behind the work. Even in moments of real-life disruption, I keep the process steady, because at the end of the day, people and their well-being matter more than any inconvenience or time crunch down the line.

My commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility is deeply rooted in my own identity. My dad immigrated to the United States from India, and my mom’s parents immigrated from the Philippines, so I grew up navigating what it means to be both mixed ethnicity and American. That intersection, along with my own experiences in a society with divided expectations around racial identity and gender, shaped how I see the importance of creating spaces where people feel seen without having to explain themselves.

During my time at Syracuse, I was an active member of Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority Inc, where I found a community that celebrated culture, identity, and mutual support. Being surrounded by people with different lived experiences pushed me to listen more intentionally and show up more thoughtfully.

I also had the opportunity to serve on the DEIA Board within the College of Visual and Performing Arts, where I worked alongside peers and faculty to foster more inclusive environments within our department. Whether that meant contributing to conversations around representation, supporting initiatives that uplift underrepresented voices, or helping to create spaces where people felt a sense of belonging and respect, this work deeply shaped how I approach collaboration.