Ashlyn Evans of Mud Row at Stages

Ashlyn Evans takes on the role of Toshi, a woman fighting to rebuild her life while wrestling with family history, addiction, and the hope of redemption. Evans brings a fierce honesty and emotional depth to the role, capturing both Toshi’s rough edges and her quiet strength. In this conversation, Evans shares what drew her to the character, how she approached Morisseau’s lyrical language, and what Mud Row has taught her about forgiveness, resilience, and the beauty of starting over.