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ARIA EVANS [they/them] is a Canadian-based Intimacy Coordinator, Director, and Choreographer bringing a culturally sensitive and intersectional approach to intimacy work for film, television, and theatre. With over a decade of experience as a movement director and choreographer, Aria is dedicated to fostering authentic, grounded portrayals of intimacy that prioritize consent, bravery, and artistic integrity.
Aria’s work bridges performance and pedagogy: they have taught at universities, high schools, and creative organizations across Canada, and have collaborated with leading institutions including the Stratford Festival, Soulpepper Theatre, Théâtre Cercle Molière, Factory Theatre, Coal Mine Theatre, Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, and the Canadian Opera Company. In film and television, Aria has supported projects for OutTV, Black Entertainment Television, Lifetime, and numerous independent productions. Aria is currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Winnipeg and is completing an MFA at the University of Manitoba, with a focus on intimacy pedagogy. Rooted in their lived experience as a multiracial, queer, and gender-nonconforming artist, Aria advocates for inclusive, trauma-informed creative spaces that honour actors’ boundaries and amplify representation both on and off screen. Their approach combines deep expertise in movement, storytelling, and industry-recognized best practices to cultivate environments where performers feel supported, respected, and empowered. Aria is a certified Intimacy Coordinator with the Intimacy Professionals Association (2021), trained to implement contemporary protocols in line with ACTRA Best Practices, SAG-AFTRA IC Standards & Protocols, and Equity’s Canadian Theatre Agreement. |
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© 2026 by Aria Evans, Intimacy Professional