Mara Saveliev

Mara Saveliev combines a lifelong love of the stage with a strong head for numbers at Resonance Studio Theatre (RST), where she serves as both Treasurer and actress. Born and raised in Latvia, Mara fell in love with theatre early. As a student she worked at a puppet theatre, where she saw firsthand the creativity, craftsmanship and teamwork behind every performance. She holds a degree in Mathematics. Professionally, she is a Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft, where she has worked for 15 years on large-scale data and cloud technologies. At Resonance Studio Theatre, Mara works on both sides of the curtain. On stage, she brings warmth and depth to her roles. Behind the scenes, as Treasurer, she uses her analytical skills to keep the theatre's finances transparent, well organized and sustainable. She manages the budget, donations, and financial reporting so the company can focus on bringing compelling, high-quality productions to the community. Her mix of artistic passion and financial discipline makes her a valued part of RST's creative and organizational life.