Amanda is the founder and artistic director of The Nest, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit theatrical production company based in Beverly Hills. With over 20 years of experience as a performance art professional and educator with a background in multidisciplinary arts and community engagement, Amanda created The Nest as both a creative hub and an inclusive performance space. Under her leadership, The Nest has evolved into a vital resource for Los Angeles artists and an outreach center that champions accessible arts programming for elderly and disabled communities. Amanda’s vision is grounded in the belief that the performing arts are a tool for healing, joy, and connection—especially for those too often left out of traditional cultural spaces. She continues to build programming that bridges generations, abilities, and creative disciplines.