With a professional background primarily in social service navigation and teaching, Val prides themself on their ability to carry these skills over to the theatre world and build community in a collaborative, safe, and joyful manner. It has been an honor to be a part of the HIDiot community since they joined the team in 2020. Notable HID credits include Macbeth and Antony and Cleopatra (Director) and All’s Well that Ends Well (Stage Manager). Beyond HID, Val has also worked with the Fantasy Tavern NYC as a Tech Coordinator and Directorial Consultant and as the NYC Resident Stage Manager for the Indie Collaborative. Beyond the stage, Val is a CUNY program manager, urban farmer, forager, cat parent, and- clearly- a chronic busybody.