Shaina is an actress based out of New York City. She is originally from the rust belt region of Ohio and grew up visiting steel mills, acting in local theaters, playing softball, and eating Brier Hill pizza. Her favorite theatrical roles include Fantine in Les Misérables, Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, Sara in Murder Ballad, Rosina in A Bronx Tale, Mother in Hair, and Lilli/Kate in Kiss Me Kate.
Shaina has also traveled the world performing for Disney Cruise Line, Hong Kong Disneyland, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Holland America Line.
She is a member of the New York City Master Chorale, as well as the Manhattan Holiday Carolers, and can be heard singing studio-recorded background vocals for cruise ships and theme parks around the world.
Shaina lives on the west coast of the Hudson River with her husband Marc, cat Puck, and dog Loki.
Shaina brings a unique perspective to The Story Craft podcast as someone who performs story for a living. Her advice on how to step out of yourself and into your story is one we're hanging on to as we share our stories with audiences.
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