Biography
Born
and raised in Iran, Mahvash completed her studies in theatre at
the Faculty of Dramatic Arts in Tehran, Iran. Her
interest in musical theatre took her to England where she completed
her post graduate studies at Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic
Arts in London.
After
returning to Iran, Mahvash began teaching Acting at the Faculty
of Dramatic Arts and the Faculty of Fine Arts of University of Tehran.
Mahvash was offered a series of parts and title roles in various
stage and television productions.
Her
dedication and love of theatre and music ensured continuous activities
and participation in theatrical and musical performances in the
United States. Mahvash is the founder of the Children Theatre Workshop
at the Iranian School of San Diego and has written and produced
numerous plays for children.
Mahvash
currently resides in San Diego, California. She has performed Iranian
Folk and contemporary music throughout the United States and Canada
and has participated in several American Musical festivals and events
in California. Mahvash’s first CD “KOOCHEH” was
released in September 2001. Her second CD “AREZU” was
released in March 2005.
Even
with her demanding performance schedule, Mahvash has managed to
earn her master's degree in Educational Technology and is currently
working as a Social Work Counselor for the San Diego Regional Center,
a non-profit organization dedicated to providing services to individuals
with developmental disabilities.
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