Photographer: Brandin Shaeffer

At what age did you start acting?

RA: I started doing musical theater with a local company when I was 3 years old, but I only started professionally acting about a year ago. 

What’s your favorite project(s) you’ve done so far?

RA: My favorite project I’ve done so far is “Pretty Baby” on ReelShort. Lily was just a fun character to play overall – the perfect blend of sassy and sweet. I also really loved the cast and the crew, and it was also the longest I had ever worked on a project. 

What type of music do you like to sing since you like music?

RA: I love to sing musical theater, and right now I am obsessed with Hamilton. 

I also love Olivia Rodrigo. 

Are you working on any upcoming projects that you can share with us?

RA: I have a couple of things in the works and also excited to see some of the projects I worked on earlier this year come out!

Do you support any organizations or charities?

RA: My family and I love to do beach clean ups with charities like Heal the Bay. 

What do you like to do on your free time?

RA: I like to spend time with my family, and swim in our backyard pool. And I love to do anything creative – sing, write music, play bass. My friends and I are writing a jukebox musical. 

How do you spread the love?

RA: I spread the love by always sticking up for people, cheering them up when they feel sad, and I always hold the door for the person behind me. 

Do have any social media platforms that you would like to share with us?

RA: Yes! IG: @rory.amidon TikTok: @roryamidon