Our Founders

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Sebastian, is a 17-year-old senior and multifaceted in acting, dancing, and singing. In the last four years and span of eight musicals, and 46 live performances, Sebastian has taken on lead roles in two productions - portraying Bill Austin in "Mamma Mia" and Jim Haller in "All Shook Up".

Sebastian's high school theatre group triumphed at the State of Florida competition for the best musical with "Mamma Mia" and "Chicago", earning them the opportunity to deliver three sold-out performances at Tampa's esteemed Straz Center. Sebastian's portfolio extends to his role in "Catch Me If You Can" where he added depth to the ensemble and played the hotel manager. Born in Nicaragua to a Colombian mother and American father, Sebastian's rich cultural heritage contributes to his unique perspective on stage. Driven by the transformative power of theater in his own life, he founded Act2r with a vision to help other Latino youths experience the same transformation. 

Maximiliano, an eclectic 13-year-old eighth-grader, is an actor, French horn musician, dancer, singer, and a straight-A student. Despite stepping onto the theatre stage only a two years ago, his performances have been striking. He successfully inhabited the starring lead role of Mr. Wormwood in "Matilda" and showcased his versatility in "Beauty and the Beast" as part of the ensemble and Monsieur D'Arque.

Though new to the theatre scene, Maximiliano's aspirations are laser-focused — he dreams of studying theatre at the prestigious Juilliard School. Born in Uruguay and bearing the diverse cultural legacy of a Colombian mother and an American father, Maximiliano's world view enriches his on-stage performances. Together with his brother Sebastian, Maximiliano co-founded Act2r. Fueled by his personal journey and ambitions, he is devoted to helping other Latino youths realize their dreams of making their mark on the theatre world.