Leo Lion Director · Performer · Game Artist

I make plays, games,
and things in between.

like what? and people like that? let's talk!

I'm a performer, game designer, and founder of The Firebird Project. I make original immersive and interactive experiences: the kind of shows that make you say "you had to be there."

Soho Mentorship 2026 Petri Projects Cohort 2025 SDC Member Dramatists Guild Member UCB Improv Grad BA Theatre — Fordham '22

Work supported by NYSCA · LMCC · ART/NY · Fractured Atlas

Projects

I WAS NEVER HERE

(there is no spy show)

This sleeper agent is on a mission to save the world. Only one problem: he has no idea what the mission is. A 5-Star Edinburgh Fringe World Premiere.

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LIAR'S NIGHT

(an immersive murder mystery)

In thirteen minutes, the clock will strike midnight. Can you find the killer at this carnival before time runs out? A multidimensional night of social deduction.

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HELP ME!!!!

(an interactive mime séance)

Thank goodness you're here! A dead mime needs help! An interactive séance where audiences solve puzzles, play charades, and pierce the veil between life and death. 5-Star Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe 2025, toured to 10+ US stages & festivals.

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Full Portfolios
Directing → Playwriting → Workshops → My CV →

Press

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“A comedy genius… for the love of all that is good and theatrical, can someone please get this man a fully produced run?”

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“The format of the production is innovative and deeply entertaining.”

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“An endlessly charismatic performer… Lion has firmly cemented his position as one of my favourite acts of the Fringe.”

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Nominee

Best Theatre 2025

The Spooky Awards · Horror at the Fringe

Contact Me

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