Mackie Reyes
London
Summary
Mexican actor, director, and writer based in London, trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (BA) and Raindance Film School (MA). My work spans theatre and film, with a focus on new writing, dark comedy, physically led narratives and myth-inflected stories exploring identity, displacement, and power. I have directed and developed work at venues including Theatre503, Greenwich Theatre, and The Pleasance, and am particularly interested in collaborative rehearsal processes and actor-led storytelling.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Theatr Bont
Bridgend
05.2026 - Current
- Directing new play "We Were Meant for Bigger Things" by Josh Moore
- July-August 2026 run
Director
Self-employed
LONDON
05.2026 - Current
- Directing my proof-of-concept, body horror short film about immigration, identity and visa precarity: "The Spoil"
- Currently in pre-production
Director
Theatre503
LONDON
04.2026 - 04.2026
- Directed a new 10-minute farce as part of a commissioned programme responding to land and identity- "LAND WRITES"
- Collaborated closely with writer Sami Abu Wardeh through rehearsal process and script development
- Choreographed stage fight
- Led rehearsals, shaped physical comedy language
- Worked under tight timelines, adapting to scheduling and casting changes
Director
Theatre503
LONDON
03.2026 - 03.2026
- Directed a 10-minute piece in a rapid write response to "Donbas" by Olga Braga
- "Hmong Us" by Kevin Shen
- Farce, physical comedy, clowning
Assistant Director
Criterion Theatre
LONDON
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Assistant director to Freja Gift on "Swans Are Arseholes", written by Emma Zadow, for the Criterion Theatre Writers Showcase
- Planned rehearsal schedule, discussed with the director during rehearsals, led tech.
- Secured rehearsal venues and liaised with stage management
Director
Wooden Arrow Writers Collective
London
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Directed "Cremating The Phoenix" by Melodie Karczewski at the Lion & Unicorn Theatre
- Part of the Wooden Arrow Writers Collective showcase
- Performed by Gabriella Foley and Mary Tillett
Director & Playwright
Untold Collectiv
London
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Director and playwright of "We're Boiling Alfred Baines" as part of the LATINX scratch organised by Untold Collectiv.
- 17th June 2025
- Omnibus Theatre
Director
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama/USW
Cardiff
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Directing the short film 'The 26th Hour'.
- Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, and the University of South Wales.
- Brought on board as an external director.
- Working with three wonderful charities: Mind, The Lawrence Trust, and Andy’s Run Club.
- Starring Sonny Serkis.
- Worked closely with the writer, and the DOP to edit the script and plan the shots as required.
Assistant Director
The Pleasance Theatre Trust
London
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted directed 'Swans Are F**** Assholes' at the Pleasance Scratch.
- Director: Freja Gift. Writer: Emma Zadow.
- Acted as DSM during rehearsals, and sent out call sheets.
- Organised rehearsals and communicated with the cast.
- Gave notes and discussed performance with the director, also acting as the sole director in her absence.
Director
The Union Theatre
London
01.2025 - 02.2025
- The Union Shorts New Writing season.
- Directed the short play "New World Part 1" by Sheree Kane.
- Performed February 2025 at the Union Theatre.
- Collaboration with Off Main Stage.
Assistant Director
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
Cardiff
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Typed up rehearsal notes taken by director and distributed them to cast and crew.
- Maintained detailed rehearsal records for communication with the Director and relayed essential performance information to all team members.
- Stood in for actors during rehearsals to continue practice to meet production deadlines.
- Provided administrative support to ensure efficiency.
- Developed strong organisational and planning skills, meeting deadlines and prioritising schedules.
- Assisted the director and tech team during tech to ensure smooth and efficient work.
Playwright and Director
Richard Burton Theatre Company
Cardiff/London
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Directed my self-written show, 'Y?', and had shows in Cardiff and at The Yard, London.
- This show has gone on to be part of the 2024 Charlie Hartill Fund Pleasance Trials, and is currently in development to be taken to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in the future.
- Newest draft, "Grave Matters" to be directed by Juliette Mannon.
Education
Master of Arts - Filmmaking
Raindance Film School
London2026
Artistic Leadership Lab
Young Vic
London01-2026
Education - Directing
ALT. Club
London01-2024
BA (Hons) - BA (Hons) Acting
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
Cardiff, CRF01-2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Scriptwriting
Oxford University
Oxford, OXF01-2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Ritual and Religion in Prehistory
University of Oxford
Oxford2022
Diploma of Higher Education - Greek Mythology and History
University of Oxford
Oxford, OXF01-2021
Skills
- Organised and precise in rehearsal and performance planning
- Passionate and engaged
- Deeply engaged with new writing
- Efficient in responding to requests by the artistic team
- Observant and creative – good for notes
- Multicultural directing
- Acting, writing, and directing for screen, theatre, and radio
- Passion for Greek Mythology and adaptations
- Energetic and positive
LANGUAGES
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
- CELTA
- Certified DBS
- APC Stage Combat
Timeline
Director
Theatr Bont
05.2026 - Current
Director
Self-employed
05.2026 - Current
Director
Theatre503
04.2026 - 04.2026
Director
Theatre503
03.2026 - 03.2026
Assistant Director
Criterion Theatre
10.2025 - 11.2025
Director
Wooden Arrow Writers Collective
07.2025 - 07.2025
Director & Playwright
Untold Collectiv
06.2025 - 07.2025
Assistant Director
The Pleasance Theatre Trust
03.2025 - 03.2025
Director
The Union Theatre
01.2025 - 02.2025
Director
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama/USW
10.2024 - 05.2025
Assistant Director
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
02.2024 - 03.2024
Playwright and Director
Richard Burton Theatre Company
05.2023 - 06.2023
Master of Arts - Filmmaking
Raindance Film School
Artistic Leadership Lab
Young Vic
Education - Directing
ALT. Club
BA (Hons) - BA (Hons) Acting
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
Diploma of Higher Education - Scriptwriting
Oxford University
Diploma of Higher Education - Ritual and Religion in Prehistory
University of Oxford
Diploma of Higher Education - Greek Mythology and History
University of Oxford