Nakta Pahlevan (she)
Producer/Writer/Director/Actor
I’m Nakta Pahlevan, an Iranian American working in Los Angeles as both an actress and a production director. My journey has led me through various aspects of theater, from writing and directing to producing and acting.
Recently, I’ve been deeply involved in “Seven Labours of Liberty,” a project where I had the pleasure of starring, writing, directing, and producing. This work has been warmly received at venues like the Wilshire Ebell Theatre, Royce Hall at UCLA, and the Barclay Theatre. Following closely, “TehrAngeles” is another labor of love for which I’ve starred, written, directed, and produced, performed recently at the Central Library. These experiences have allowed me to explore and share stories that are close to my heart. Before these, from 2019 to 2021, I was part of Ariel Dorfman’s “Death and the Maiden” at the Odyssey Theatre and Houshang Touzie’s “Shaaer E Noghrehee,” which were both enriching experiences. I’m also engaging with “Alice in Persialand,” a musical comedy satire that I’m producing and starring in, under the direction of Majid Mirfakhraei.
Since 2014, I’ve had the privilege of performing on over 100 stages in Los Angeles, taking on roles as varied as Margaret in “Much Ado About Nothing” and the courtesan in “The Comedy of Errors.” My career has also included leading roles in “Down on Your Knees and Up To The Moon” and performances in Joyce Carol Oats’ “I Stand Before You Naked” and “Wild Songs & Naked Souls.” I starred in the LA preview of “Love Always,” which received positive reviews.
In 2018, I created “Khordadgan,” a fusion-art show that combines visual arts, dance, poetry, and music, aiming to offer something unique to the arts community. My film roles include appearances in “Blackout,” “Over My Dead Body,” the Emmy-nominated “Terminal Submersion,” “The White Ribbon,” and “Truth,” where I hope to bring as much passion and authenticity to the screen as to the stage.
My work is a reflection of my commitment to exploring diverse narratives and the power of storytelling, striving to connect with audiences and fellow artists alike.
