Ayọ̀fẹ́mi Demps is a multifaceted professional in the theater industry, wearing many hats as a teacher, director, intimacy coordinator, and diversity advocate. Her journey through the arts has been shaped by both her passion for storytelling and the challenges she has faced in a field that often lacks representation. Her current project is directing Central Florida Vocal Arts’ production of The Light in the Piazza which opens November 15th at The Plaza Live. Early Exposure to the Arts Growing up in Jacksonville, Ayọ̀fẹ́mi was fortunate to attend an arts elementary school, which provided her with a foundation in the arts from a young age. However, she quickly realized that her passion for theater was often met with societal pressures, particularly the impact of toxic masculinity.