meet shiona
Shiona Lee, also known as "Sharon," is a writer and actress who divides her time between Los Angeles and Seoul. With a bachelor's degree in Theatre from the University of Richmond, she has furthered her studies at Goldsmiths College in London, IDSA, and UCLA, training under respected professionals like Larry Silverberg.
Starting off as a playwright and director, Shiona creates compelling narratives exploring identity and belonging, drawing from her experiences as a global nomad and third culture kid.
Her creative journey was influenced by her father's recovery from a brain injury, inspiring her to break free from generational patterns and pursue a path blending artistic expression with personal growth.
Shiona's diverse skill set includes:
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Acting in films, commercials, and voice-over projects
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Writing poetry and plays
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Enneagram coaching and elderly counseling
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Teaching aerial yoga
Her upcoming poetry collection, Searching Home, reflects on her global travels and invites readers to explore themes of self-discovery and connection.
Shiona's acting career includes national commercials for AAA, Apple Game, and Wee Delivery, as well as a role in Warner Brothers' Vacation Friends 2. She received the PIFF Best Actress Award at the 2024 Pasadena Film Festival for her performance in Hello, Goodbye.
When not working, Shiona enjoys baking plant-based treats, reading, and spending time outdoors. She believes in the power of genuine connections and the wisdom gained through life's challenges.
Connect with Shiona:
Instagram: @shiona_lee | @shionasroom
Youtube: youtube.com/@shionasroom
Work Experience
Authorship
The Beginner's Guide to the Enneagram Personalized for Each Type
Searching Home (in the publishing process with Austin Macauley Publishers)
Korean-American Dream: poetry in the UR Archive
Film/Shorts: Back Then, Us, Comet Tail, Face Blindness, Hello, Goodbye, War Bride, Iris Arrangement, 500 Rare Days, Things Are Good, Rendezvous, B Side for Taylor, Vacation Friends 2
TV/Network: The Wild Fours (Amazon Prime), Burmese American Sitcom, Rising Voice
Commercial: AAA, Planned Parenthood, Chanel Demo
Voice Over: Apple Store Awards 2023, Diablo Immortal (Game), Vacation Friends 2 (Feature Film)
Theater: Little Prince (June Lake Festival 2024), Lost In Transition, East West Orphan, Love and Information, Remnants, Same Old Tune, I Love North Dakota
Writing/Translation
Pre-Production
Film: Sound of Fire
Short: Seaweed Soup, Ari and Leo
Play: East West Orphan, Lost in Transition
Pilot: Not So Plastic, Thespia
Spec script: Kim's Convenience, Kominsky Method
Translation (Korean to English)
Scripts: Hamlet, Cuckoo
Essays
Articles
Webtoon