My name is Reyna.

Mi nombre es Reyna.

Proud MEXICAN-AMERICAN

I am a writer of plays, movies, books, essays, and television. I currently hold two Masters degrees across various genres in Creative Writing. Training and education in theatre spans from Millersville University, Wilkes University, LAMDA, and more. My writing is rooted in cultural folklore, family, and multilingualism.

My work has been published (When The Lights Are Bright Again, Gettysburg Times, LAAFTRRRRR (Volume 2), United
We Write Under I.C.E, and more). Some of my work has been produced across the United States in English (Hudson Guild Theatre, El Clemente Center, Teatro LATEA, Fridged NY, Under St. Marks Place (NYC), Home Arts Center (PA), Bakos Performance (CA) Most of my plays are translated to Spanish and have been produced in Spain, Mexico, and Colombia.

I am currently a member of the Dramatist Guild of America, an artistic associate for Teatro Paloma, co-hostess of Story Sisters podcast on Spotify, and have served as a reader for River And South literary magazine.

Apart from writing, I speak three languages, I am a Mexican Folkloric Dancer, classically trained multi-instrumentalist, school teacher, and nail tech.

When I am not writing, talking, dancing, making music, or doing nails, you can usually find me working out, or hanging out with my dog, Lucy (Oh, and I’ve survived 2 brain aneurysms.)

My work is not political…but I can’t write if I ICE kills me.

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  • "Reyna de Jesús Defies The Odds"

    — Suzanna Bowling, Times Squared Chronicles

  • "Reyna has a flair for capturing contemporary dialogue with her characters, to be sure. I look forward to reading more of her work in the future! "

    — Brett Alles, playwright, The Locke Inn (Next Stage Press)

  • "Talk about an unexpected ending! Funny, engaging, and will have an audience laughing and talking long after the curtain falls. A great short piece. Well done!"

    — Ryan Kaminski, playwright, The Destination (Ghost Light Publications)

  • "...The effects De Jesus shows in SISTER ACT are real and raw. And the potential for healing provides a much needed catharsis..."

    -Morey Norkin, playwright