About Me

Aiden McCoy (any pronouns) is a non-union actor, singer, and (strong) mover born and raised in Tucson, Arizona. Aiden is a senior at Northwestern University pursuing a dual-degree (BS/BS) in Theatre and Industrial Engineering, with a Music Theatre certificate.

Prior to undergrad, they participated in the Southern Arizona Monte Awards, where they were a semi-finalist in 2020, a finalist in 2022, and the winner for Best Actor in a Musical in 2021. Following their win, Aiden participated in the National High School Musical Theatre Awards (also known as the “Jimmy Awards”) and performed in the Group Medley.

At Northwestern, Aiden is involved with Vibrant Colors Collective, a student theatre organization dedicated to uplifting and highlighting BIPOC voices, as an Executive Member. They previously served as the University Relations Chair, gaining experience writing grant applications, budgeting in Microsoft Excel, and creating PowerPoint presentations.

Aiden is drawn to new work that reflects and celebrates the black, queer experience. In their free time, they love listening to music (favorite artists: Tyler the Creator, Frank Ocean, SZA, Clairo, Lizzy McAlpine, Gorillaz), collecting vinyl records, watching RuPaul’s Drag Race with their partner, thrifting, swimming, hiking, and playing Minecraft.

They are currently seeking representation!