Reese has been passionate about theater since elementary school, participating in classes, voice lessons, theater camps, and performing in every play and musical throughout middle and high school. In college, she discovered a love for directing, helming several plays and cabarets while continuing to develop her craft. Whether performing on stage or directing behind the scenes, Reese's dedication to theater remains unwavering, and she hopes to pursue directing beyond college.

At Michigan State University, Reese co-founded and led a theater club called They're So Dramatic. The club was created as a safe, inclusive space for theater enthusiasts to connect and collaborate, empowering the voices of women, non-binary, and queer students while emphasizing the importance of inclusive storytelling.