A Personal Message

It has been a very interesting and challenging time in our lives as of recently. Everyone has been impacted in a personal way from COVID-19- financially, physically, emotionally. For whatever reason sent you to my website (even if it was an accident or even out of curiosity!), I hope that some part of my work that I feature on my site interests you enough to find some entertainment in or comfort (audiobooks, music, films/webseries). After all, it is part of my job in the arts! While we have to take good care of ourselves, it is also very important to practice compassion and thoughtfulness of others. Stay safe and well my friends!

I'm singing with the Chicago Artists Chorale!

So, I’ve joined the Chicago Artists Chorale! It’s been a few years since I have been a part of a choir, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. The choir is comprised of artists who are involved in the arts in some way whether it’s performing, teaching, or studying. It’s a great and unique opportunity to sing with this group. We had our first rehearsal this week, and just singing in our space with the glorious acoustics, and the gorgeous music put me in such a trance. Our concert will be June 2nd, and the theme is Disney and other songs of hope! So, you know it’s gonna be good. More details and updates later!!!

Closing Weekend

Yesterday we closed our production of A Christmas Carol The Musical. I got to work with a wonderful team of people at BrightSide Theatre, and I will miss working with them. We had an excellent turn out for all of the shows, a sold out performance, and a few standing o’s. But all good things come to an end, and it’s on to new things and future projects! Happy Holidays!!!

Releases & New Projects

The second audiobook in the Bohemian Murder Manor Mystery Series is available on Audible, iTunes, and Amazon! It’s called, Make-Believes & Lost Memories. Click the link for more info: https://www.audible.com/pd/B07GJXCW44

My current project is an audiobook from a previous best-selling children’s series! This is the first time they are putting the books to audio, and I feel honored to be the narrator. All is going well so far, and I can’t wait until its release. More updates to come!

Audiobook

So, I am in the middle of recording an audiobook. I am living and breathing the whole book right now. It's a cozy murder mystery series, and I get to develop several different characters which is so fun, and challenging. Love it! I am narrating both books in the series. When they are all done, they will be available on Amazon!

Encore II

A few months ago, I was asked to be a part of Harper College Theatre's 50th Celebration. Thankfully, there was no prior obligation set on my calendar for that night, so, of course, I said yes. The performance was last Saturday night, and it was fantastic. I got to reunite with fellow actors that I shared the stage with over the past 10 years in three different shows, some of who I have not seen in a long time. I performed as Anne in Now/Later/Soon/Trio from A Little Night Music, as well as Hope in Follow Your Heart from Urinetown, both roles that I have played there. Reliving those songs and scenes on stage was pure joy, and such a unique experience. It was a full house, and the audience was most appreciative. Harper is a really special place to me. They have welcomed me into their theatre world, and I couldn't be more grateful and honored to be a part of the magic that they create.

New Beginnings 2018

Well, the run of It's a Wonderful Life is over. I covered the role of Lana to great success. I had so much fun. The whole experience of understudying and getting to perform as an understudy challenged me, and pushed me to achieve another level of confidence and skills that I will continue to develop for forever. Endings are bittersweet, and while I miss my IAWL Oil Lamp family, I am looking forward to what 2018 will have in store for me. BTW, did you notice my Dear Evan Hansen reference? Hehe

It's a Wonderful Life Performance!

I am so excited that I actually get perform in It's a Wonderful Life-A Live Radio Play! My performance will be on Saturday, December 16th at 3pm, and I will be going on as Lana Sherwood. I will be voicing 15 different characters which is going to be a hoot. The show opens this week, and I know the cast is going to be great. Last week, I got to fill in as the sound effects/stage manager for two performance run-throughs since I also understudy that part. Super challenging and fun. I figured out that I can make baby voices and creaky door sounds really well. Everyone thought they sounded so real, they didn't realize I made them vocally. Made my day, and goal accomplished.

It's a Wonderful Life

So, I've been cast as the female understudy in It's a Wonderful Life: A Life Radio Play (Joe Landry) at Oil Lamp Theater! First time being an understudy, and despite how intense that can be, I am pretty excited to do this. I've done this particular show before, down to the exact version cause there are a few variations. This one is a play within a play. I was Sally Applewhite who provided the voices of Mary Hatch/Young Mary. Now, I get the chance to rehearse ALL the female parts (and be ready to fill in on any moments notice). I read through the script, and I am already thinking of how to approach each with a distinct voice. I love voice work! Also, my first time working with Oil Lamp. They are such a beautiful looking intimate theatre. Their lobby has a sort of loungy kind of vibe with antiques, comfy sofa chairs, and a cute bar area. If you consider The Man Who Came to Dinner as a holiday show (which I kind of do), then this would be the third one that I am working on. There's something special about doing a holiday show.  And, It's a Wonderful Life is one of my favorite movies of all time, and probably many others too.

It's the Little Things

So, I saw Dear Evan Hansen in NYC the other day. AMAZING. Wish I could've seen more shows, but I only had time for one. Anyway, since I was in NYC I thought I'd stop by the LaDuca store and try on some shoes. So glad that I did! I bought a pair that fit my feet perfectly, and are super cute. I was in need of a fresh new pair of character shoes, and I figured these are worth the investment. Sometimes, it's the little things that get me excited. I am definitely putting these to use!

Dance My Heart Out

Tonight is the last dance class (for this session) with Cam Turner at The School at Porchlight. Sad times because I could probably continue this class forever. Even though there is always more practice to be done, as a mover, I feel more confident about musical theatre dance calls. And just more comfortable with the way I move and express with my body. Cam has done an awesome job of really challenging us, but, at the same time letting us explore ourselves at ease. He is doing a "part two" of this class in September, and no conflicts permitting, I am so there!!! Alright, I have to go brush up on my time steps now...

Workshop

Today I finished a theatre workshop with Adam Belcuore. It was a two day intensive about the process of theatre auditioning. It was such a useful class! I feel like there is so much valuable information to work with, and many great points to think about. Got to meet some cool actors too.