Raymond Faiella

Passionate about many avenues of the performing arts with a goal to gain as many valuable working experiences as possible to expand these avenues

Outreach Director for the Jewish Theatre Ensemble (JTE)

I serve as the Outreach Director on the Jewish Theatre Ensemble (JTE). JTE is a faith-based theatre group that supports all faiths and religions, while fostering the values of community, education and collaboration. As Outreach Director, I work to maintain and develop relations with not only Jewish communities at Northwestern, but with communities external to Northwestern as well. I work closely with publicity and development directors to support the theatre board.

Music Director for THUNK a cappella

I currently serve as the Music Director for THUNK a Cappella. As a group, we are the oldest A Cappella group at Northwestern and we perform three concerts a year, as well as local events throughout the year. THUNK has performed at schools, hospitals, churches, charity events, private parties and galas throughout the Chicagoland area. As Music Director, my primary responsibilities include planning out and leading rehearsals, as well as arranging and teaching music.

Music Director for Vibrant Colors Collective Theatre Ensemble

I served as the Music Director for the multicultural theatre board's production of the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. As Music Director, I assisted in casting the show and doing outreach for auditions. I worked with the cast and pit orchestra to shape the music of the show. I also conducted the show during performances.

Choreographer for Arts Alliance Theatre Ensemble

I currently serve as the choreographer for Arts Alliance's production of "Once: A New Musical". I have the opportunity to work with the director to carry out her artistic visions through movement, while also getting to work closely with the cast in teaching them the movement/choreography.

Prop Designer for Sit and Spin's Winter Week 10 Production

I worked as a prop designer on the production team for Sit and Spin's Week 10 Winter Production. It was a great opportunity to view how theatre is constructed from a new perspective.

Musician in Northwestern University Marching Band

I played the trombone in the Northwestern University Marching Band for the 2022-2023 season. As a group, we worked to provide school spirit and be a source of support for all of the athletic groups on campus.

Northwestern University

(2022- Present)

• Seymour in "Little Shop of Horrors"
• Husband in "Once: A New Musical"
• Featured Ensemble in "Matilda"

Red Bank Regional High School

(2018-2022)

• Jesus in "Godspell"
• Beast in "Beauty and the Beast"
• Masthead in "Moby Dick Rehearsed"
• Featured Ensemble in "The Music Man"

Count Basie Theatre for the Arts (LA Opera)

(2018-2019)

• Mojave Indian in "The White Bird of Poston"
• Cousin in "Then I Stood Up"

Markham Place

(2016-2018)

• Prince Eric in "The Little Mermaid"
• Conrad Birdie in "Bye Bye Birdie"
• Kurt in "The Sound of Music"

• Drum Major & Captain of Marching Band
• President of Tri-M Music Honor Society
• National Honor Society, English Honor Society & Math Honor Society member
• Performed at Carnegie Hall with a select choir group
• Model UN Chair & President of Delegation
• Student to Student Leader & Officer
• Section Leader of Choir (Freshman-Senior Year)
• Section Leader of Concert/Jazz Band (Junior-Senior Year)
• Nominated for Best Lead Actor in a Musical (Basie Awards)