Maya Strauss (she/her) is a lighting designer based in Baltimore. Maya first trained as a stage manager and dramaturg before pursuing lighting design, bringing a love of storytelling (and good paperwork!) into her work. 

Maya believes in the power of art as a force of radical good. She strives to tell stories as a form of empathy, prioritizing collaboration, care, and community impact.

A recent graduate of the lighting design program at Rutgers University, Maya specializes in theater and dance with additional experience in concerts, film, live events, and architectural installs. From working Off-Broadway to site-specific venues, Maya is adaptable to each distinct project. 

When not working, she enjoys all things soccer, upcycling, and photography.

Maya is currently local to the DMV area.

She is accepting work at mayastrausslighting@gmail.com