Lexi Franquiz
Actor Combatant Singer Actor Dancer
About
Hi! I’m Lexi, a New Hampshire born, now New York City based singer, actor, and dancer. I’ve had a need to perform ever since I was little and I’m so excited for a future of performing and creating art.
I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Muhlenberg College with a BA in theater and music composition where I was able to perform in some amazing roles such as Motel Clerk in Miss You Like Hell by Quiara Alegría Hudes, Mary in Erik Ehn’s 16670: The Saint Plays, and as Trixie, Beggar, and the Dance and Fight Captain in The Threepenny Opera. Through my experiences in school I learned what kind of theater I have a passion to be a part of; something that sends an important message and transports the audience into another world that makes them think and feel together. There’s nothing quite like live performance.
I also found a love for stage combat and am a certified Advanced Actor Combatant with the SAFD. I have worked various regional workshops such as the Tourist Trap and Summer Sling, and have been an Associate Instructor with Neutral Chaos Combat. One of my favorite things about stage combat is the community. I have met and trained with some of the most kind and supportive people throughout my stage combat journey.
Singing has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember; I always find my way back to it no matter what I do. Music in general is a crucial part of my life, as I am also a composer. My writing is comprised of concert music but I have also composed for a number of plays such as Love & Information and El Tiempo de las Mariposas at Muhlenberg. My main motivation for writing has always been to tell a story, which is also something I love so much about theater.
I rekindled my love for dancing while in high school. Personally, my favorite styles are Jazz and Hip Hop. I have been training in jazz, hip hop, and ballet, and am continuing my training to this day.
Aside from performance I love reading (especially mysteries and paranormal horror), sewing, baking, drawing, and especially coffee. I even worked at Starbucks for a period of time and loved creating and trying new drinks. When I was in school I worked at Muhlenberg’s costume shop; to this day it is my favorite non-performance related job I’ve ever had. I didn’t know how to sew before that job, and now I can construct full garments! Plus my bosses and co-workers were some of the most amazing people. I miss our work study parties and trying the weirdest snacks someone could find. If someone offers you Brussel sprout flavored Lay’s chips, say no; trust me.
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