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About me...
I like to wear lots of hats - including actor, singer, writer, and producer. When I'm not in one of these roles, you can find me having deep conversations in a coffee shop, strolling or running through every park in NYC, trying new foods, or turning all of my friends into fans of Sara Bareilles and Tom Cruise.
Actor/Singer
I have been acting and singing since I was a tiny tot making up elaborate stories to enact on the playground with my friends. In college I fell in love with the collaborative process of theatre and film which is why I value preparation, openness, and honesty as a team member and playmate. Ultimately, I love the compassion and empathy stories teach us.
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Some of my favorite credits include Shelby in Steel Magnolias, Rose in The Secret Garden, and Princess Elizabeth in Richard III.
Writer
Writing is an integral part of my creative life, both as a way for me to process the mess of human nature and a way to connect deeper with people around me. In songwriting, I am inspired mostly by folk, bluegrass, jazz, 70's pop, and Sara Bareilles (I love her so much she gets her own category). I write for both myself and professional singers looking for original songs to record. ​
For the Makers Productions
For the Makers Productions is a creative powerhouse committed to developing and producing innovative, high-quality works in the theater and film industries. We aim to bridge the gap between new work development and commercial theater by fostering collaboration, driving artistic excellence, and empowering creators. Our mission is to support and bring bold new works and concepts— in plays, musicals, and films—to life while creating pathways for new voices, fostering community, and ensuring cultural impact.
"No artist is ever pleased. There is no satisfaction whatever at any time. There is only a queer divine dissatisfaction; a blessed unrest that keeps us marching and makes us more alive than the others."
- Martha Graham to Agnes De Mille
Contact Me
I love meeting artists and future collaborators. Please feel free to reach out by using the form to your right, or you can email me directly at Rachel.gifford5@gmail.com
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I look forward to talking with you!