Shay grew up in Sherwood Park, Alberta, where from a young age he trained in martial arts, dramatic arts, and dance. Over his professional career, he’s worked in multiple disciplines of the performing arts ranging from actor and stunt performer to choreographer and director. To support his versatility, he’s invested in continual training and studies in dance, martial arts, and music across the world. He founded Radical System Art in 2014 and, with the company, has produced 7 full-length works. With RSA, Shay values balancing innovation with accessibility—creating works that can reach and impact a wide range of audiences.