Theatre maker, actor, playwright, clown, physical comedian born and raised in the ʻaina of ʻAiea, Oʻahu. Began dancing auwana hula at the age of 4, competed in Merry Monarch Hula Festival in Hilo at age 16, and performed on Broadway at age 28. MFA from New School in NYC in playwriting and acting with Actors Studio. 52nd Street Project dramaturg, actor, director and supporter. Hawai`i Public Theatre founder.