Ye was born and grew up in Southern China, fluent in both Mandarin and Cantonese. Although she had a passion to become an actress since 14, her life had nothing to do with acting until she was almost 24. Graduating from college with a bachelor’s degree in social work and social administration, Ye was devoted to work with special needs children. She loved her job, but she knew she would regret not giving her dream a shot. Starting with intensive programs at The Academy and UCLA, she finally got accepted to The Academy to train full time. During her training, she had been cast in feminist roles like Jelena in Necessary Targets and Mu Sochua in Seven. It helped her realize she could continue to advocate for people who don’t have a voice through the arts. Now she is excited to discover what her Company journey will bring to her life. 

Trevor is an actor, comedian, and musician. He has performed at Laugh Factory, TheatreSports, and The Second City, and made his professional theatre debut at the Vancouver Fringe Festival. He is trained in acting, writing, improv, sketch, filmmaking, voice-over, dance, vocal, music, and puppetry (big Muppets fan). He has studied at The Second City Conservatory and New York Film Academy, and created and starred in several viral videos for YAP TV (over 100 million views), as well as his own YouTube channel, Trevor Time. When not busy acting or writing third-person bios, he can be found performing with his children’s music group The Zing Zangs, or hosting a PRX-syndicated family radio series. He is thrilled to be in this year’s Company alongside many lovely peers and also peers named Julia. He would like to thank his mentors and friends for their encouragement. @trevorjwalls.

Born in the UK and raised in Spain and Mexico, Julia has had a passion for the arts throughout her life. After participating in workshops at drama schools such as London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, she worked at the Fringe and collaborated with artists in A Play in a Day. She was incredibly grateful to attend a foundation year at Arts Educational School of Acting (London) and graduate from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts (Los Angeles) to explore her craft and take risks. Besides her love of acting, Julia likes to travel, play guitar, and make really bad jokes. 

Christoph always knew that he needed to be performing on stage and on-screen and followed his dream and passion from early on. He joined the Vienna Boys’ Choir (VBC), became a soloist, and toured with them around the world. He was performing for instance at the Carnegie Hall, Vienna State Opera, and Tokyo Suntory Hall. During his time at the VBC he also started to act on stage and in movies and started learning the craft by doing as well as working with several directors. After his graduation from this institution, he dreamed of pursuing acting, joined The Academy in New York, and did his second year at the Los Angeles Campus, where his credits included George Spelvin in The Actor’s Nightmare, the titular role in Hamlet and Lord Fancourt Babberly in Charlie’s Aunt. christophstocker.com

Cameron was born and raised in Bellevue, Washington. In her early years, she had a flair for the dramatic, embodying a different Disney princess every day and seeking out chances to perform through dance and school talent shows. After high school, Cameron cynically tabled her theatrical dreams fearing their impracticality. While stumbling a year through business school, she questioned if she could truly enjoy life if she wasn’t on stage and decided to enroll in classes. Her life changed in an instant, and she began pursuing her craft at the Academy with high hopes and an open mind. Cameron is thrilled to be joining the Company and is a firm believer that with passion, wits, and determination, anything is possible. She is incredibly grateful for her family’s loving support.

Duke is a Southerner through-and-through. Always wanting to be an actor, he moved to LA to pursue that dream in 2018. He has appeared in many theatrical productions, his favorite roles being Paul Bratter in Barefoot in the Park, Peter Hoskins in Prelude to a Kiss, Bernie Dodd in The Country Girl, Chaz Looney in Drop Dead, and Willard in Footloose. Also, no stranger to the camera, Duke has appeared in several short films. Equally interested in directing, he has directed films and for the stage, his one-act play Down Came the Rain was recognized at the International Thespian Festival and won Best Show at a local theatre festival. An avid cinephile, when he is not working on a role, you can presumably find him watching old movies. He’s thrilled to be a part of this deeply-talented Company year.

Talje grew up alongside her creative family in the Netherlands. It was there where she learned to play the piano before following her siblings toward her true passion: theatre. She started acting at 10 years old with coaching and appeared in amateur plays and musicals. When she discovered that the Dutch theatre did not line up with her aspirations, she decided to take action. At only 15 years old, she flew to London and auditioned for The Academy. Talje appeared in the Dutch professional theatre after her acceptance and took a gap year to spend time writing and honing her craft before starting The Academy at 17 years old. Her favorite roles have been Lady Macbeth, Martha in The Children’s Hour, and Amelia Earhart in Amelia. Now, she is honored to be a part of Company at The Academy.

Alejandra is a Mexican actress and a women-empowerment activist. Born and raised in Mexico City with a free spirit and a curious soul, she founded a digital theatre company based in Mexico City (AMA Casa de Teatro) with a team helmed by women who dedicate their work to bringing awareness to violence against Latin American women by merging theatre and cinematography. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Business and Entertainment before pursuing her career as an actor and dedicated her young years to travel. She has been on 4 continents, in 22 countries, and visited 79 cities. A smile on her face is something that characterizes her. She likes to make friends, see new places, and make each experience a unique adventure.

Born and raised in Nairobi, Dennis was fascinated by the performing arts from a very young age. He was fortunate to have the opportunity to engage in plays and dance throughout his upbringing, sharpening his skill of self-expression. Prior to attending The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Dennis had completed his doctorate in Human Geography in the United Kingdom where he interacted with persons of different nationalities and diverse cultures; a period when he continued to perform part-time. This experience gave him a broader outlook on human life, storytelling, and emotion. Thereafter, he undertook a screen acting course in London which led him to Los Angeles to pursue acting full-time. He is excited to be part of this Company year!

Although born in Mexico City, Susanne comes from both Chilean and German descendance. Opportunity to travel the world has helped her learn new things and become adaptable. Susanne’s love for the arts began very young, with a passion for music greatly influenced by her mother, a Jazz singer. Originally shy and curious about acting, it wasn’t until she moved to a school with a theatre club that she was inspired to pursue musical theatre. The Sound of Music was her first musical. Susanne loves to draw, learn languages, play piano, sing, and compose music. Her favorite roles include Fran in Whale Music and Serena Katz in Fame. 

Mason is a young actor based in Los Angeles, California with unique depth. He is a former professional wrestler, being the student of one of the most legendary trainers of Lucha Libre in the world. You can always find Mason listening to spiritual leaders and reading ancient texts, as he is dedicated to the exploration of the spirituality behind the human experience. Given this, there has always been a polarizing mystique about him, an energy that largely produces very interesting connections. His highlight roles have been John in Bash, Valentine in Orpheus Descending, and Algernon Moncrieff in The Importance of Being Earnest.

Born in Las Vegas, Nevada, Autumn Ivy was surrounded by the entertainment industry her whole life. It has drawn her towards the love of acting. With the constant support from family and friends, she was able to strive for her dreams. Autumn Ivy attended Wayne State University in Detroit majoring in Theatre with a minor in Jazz Dance. With the desire to keep storytelling alive, she decided to audition for The Academy where she grew mentally, physically, and emotionally. Her favorite roles so far were Elle Woods in the musical Legally Blonde and Holly Seabe in Anton in Show Business.

Gisely is a psychologist, TV host, and model. She is a Latina of mixed heritage including Lebanese, Dominican, and Spanish. She has worked with some of Bolivia’s best directors. Her cinematic work includes Milagros de Navidad for Telemundo, Norte Estrecho directed by Omar Villarroel, The Sleeping Beauties directed by Marcos Layza, Legendary directed by Alejandro Quiroga, and La Herrencia directed by Jorge Sierra. She also has a long theatre career including roles in Si Esta Boca Hablara, 9:30 of Night, The Indifference Beathy, and many more. Her love and passion for acting brought her to The Academy to continue growing in her acting career in North America.

Alec has always wanted to be an actor. His love of performing has continuously brought him back to the stage where he wanted to continue working on his craft. In 2018, he graduated over a year early to move to Los Angeles and pursue his passion to act as soon as possible. Here he saw his first Company play and realized his aspiration to ultimately be on that stage one day. Now, after completing his arts degree along with years of training at The Academy, Alec is excited to be involved in this year’s Company and contribute to the art that is created. 

Born in Argentina, but raised in Brazil until the age of 12, Joaquina (Jojo) first fell in love with the stage during choir events and musical theatre performances at school. She then went into formal training in performing arts at UADE in Buenos Aires and then found further interest in acting in France, where she attended the two-year conservatory, Fontainebleau School of Acting (FONACT) with faculty from the Guildhall School of Acting. In France, she started her own theatre company, AllOneTheatre, with whom she has done several performances of Twelfth Night, both in France and in Off the West End in London. Other than acting, she has a love for adventures and new challenges. She sings and also writes.

Reyna was born in Dallas, Texas where she was raised by a single immigrant mother. Seeing her mother work hard for a better future, she quickly realized if she wanted to achieve great things, she would have to work hard and be disciplined. Having no prior knowledge, she decided to audition for The Academy’s two-year Conservatory in the fall of 2019. While attending The Academy, Reyna has discovered her love for storytelling and wants to continue her studies. She is beyond thrilled to be taking on Company and to be further improving her craft. When she is not acting, she loves baking delicious desserts, taking adventures, and learning new skills.

Brookelyn started acting in a 5th grade production of The Ugliest Duckling. Yet, before even walking, she was a baby gumdrop in The Nutcracker Ballet. She remained in ballet until the age of 10 then pursued hip hop and breakdancing. Always passionate for the performing arts, the loss of her brother in 2010, and later being diagnosed with a chronic pain condition made her fear she’d never perform again. After five years of being mostly bedridden, she worked to regain function and discovered The Academy. Here she grew as a performer and human being. Her goal is acting in Film and TV, and pursuing writing, directing, and producing. She hopes to become more so she can do more for this world and accomplish something that is much bigger than herself.

Theoni is an actress born and raised where theatre first flourished, Greece. With an extreme love for theatre and acting, and a master degree in dramatology, she moved to LA to follow her dream. Though not everything has been a fairytale, for example the whole world changed in her last year at The Academy, the experience has made her stronger, wiser, and most importantly happier! Through the years she has learned a lot about hard work, dedication, and expression. She has also learned the importance of knowing oneself to understand or even portray others. She can’t wait to be a part of The Academy’s Company and spread her message that love is the answer!