nova scotia born emily sanford has been described as a talented performer with "conviction and sensitivity" and "inspiring" stage presence. emily has been acting for more than twenty years. she is trained as an actor, classical and jazz singer, stage combatant, dancer, and has also studied mask, improvisation, classical studies, and various languages. emily has taken part in the writing and production of several plays and collective collaborations. she recieved an act-co thea award for best supporting actor for her performance in james joyce's the dead in 2004. the eye review for criminal hearts states that "impressive young performers sanford and mcdonough, both hitting all their comic beats, lend a depth to the play."

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