Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf

One of my most memorable regional theater experiences was playing Honey in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf. Honestly, I could have played her forever. Honey was the role where I first discovered that I could be funny—not just dramatic, but truly funny—and I loved stepping into that space as the comic relief.

Working on this production opened my eyes to the artistry of timing and laughter. The cast, made up of seasoned regional professionals, would talk about different techniques to land a laugh—things I had never encountered in training. Suddenly I was learning about double takes, pauses, and subtle shifts in delivery that could transform a moment. It was like unlocking a whole new layer of performance.

But Honey was more than laughs. Beneath her sweetness and innocence was a tender vulnerability—someone a little in over her head in life, much like Alice in Fostered, another role I deeply connected with. Honey wanted to support her husband, even as he strayed into reckless territory, and balancing that hurt with humor made her incredibly human to play.

The best part of the experience, though, was the ensemble itself. Performing regionally meant working with actors who were deeply committed to the craft, and the atmosphere was one of generosity and collaboration. Everyone worked together to give Honey her moments, supporting me as much as I supported them.

It was both joyful and humbling to bring Honey to life, and it’s a role I’ll always cherish for teaching me not only how to make people laugh, but also how to find the ache and sweetness behind the humor.