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Frank Paiva (he/they) writes comedy with heart. Born and raised in Seattle, they are a 2022 Nickelodeon Writing Program alum and a 2022 GLAAD List writer. They recently wrapped a staff writer position on a TBA kids 6-11 animated comedy, where they got to write an episode.

Frank spent 15 years living in New York as a theatre artist, entertainment reporter, and tour guide. They are particularly interested in LGBTQ+ stories and increasing opportunities for performers of size.

Now based in Los Angeles, Frank was a finalist for the 2023 ATX TV Festival’s Pitch Competition and is a current member of the 2023-2024 IAMA Theatre’s Emerging Playwrights Lab. They have been to all six Disneylands around the world and will always say yes to dim sum.

 

recent news:

February 2024:

  • Mentorship with the ATX TV Festival begins.

  • Went to Hawaii.

January 2024:

  • IAMA lab continues.

  • Joined a new, queer writers group.

December 2023:

  • IAMA lab continues.

  • Experienced the magic of ice skating Snoopy at Knott’s Merry Farm.

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