Riley Madigan Barbour is a 15-year-old performer and student at the Franklin School of Innovation, where she explores her passion for storytelling on and off the stage. With nine years of experience in theater, Riley has trained in acting, dance, and singing, and has performed in numerous productions throughout her childhood. Beyond the arts, she is an active member of her school’s Model UN team, where she enjoys learning about global issues and collaborative problem-solving. Riley is inspired daily by her family, friends, and the animals she loves, and she hopes to continue using creativity to bring people together. Her TEDx talk reflects her belief in the power of music, connection, and the stories that shape who we are and what we have been throughout time.