Susan Priver

Susan Priver embarked on her artistic journey as a ballet dancer, receiving her foundational training from the legendary George Balanchine at the School of American Ballet in New York City. Her dance career spanned several prestigious companies, including the Eglevsky Ballet in New York, Hannover Ballet in Germany, and the Cleveland Ballet, with whom she toured extensively. Eventually, Susan returned to her roots in Los Angeles, where she transitioned into acting by studying under renowned instructors such as Susan Peretz, Charlie Laughton at the Actors Studio, and Bill Traylor at "The Loft," now known as "The Lost Studio."

Susan made her mark in the theater scene with a notable performance in John Patrick Shanley's "Savage in Limbo," which led her to balance her artistic aspirations with various odd jobs, including art modeling and waitressing. Over the years, she has amassed a diverse portfolio of both dramatic and comedic roles in contemporary and classic plays across various Los Angeles venues such as The Marilyn Monroe Theater and Theater West. Highlights of her theater career include the award-winning production of "Detective Story," where she was part of the Best Ensemble cast, and her acclaimed performance in David Mamet's "Reunion," which earned her a Drama Logue Award.

In addition to her stage work, Susan has appeared in productions such as "Twentieth Century," "Idiot's Delight," and "God of Vengeance." Her film credits include the lead role in "Mafioso" alongside Leo Rossi, as well as a memorable appearance in HBO's "Lucky Louie." Susan also co-wrote, produced, and starred in her debut feature film, "What's Up, Scarlet?", which garnered attention on the festival circuit, including OutFest in Los Angeles and Frameline in San Francisco, showcasing alongside talents like Sally Kirkland and Musetta Vander.