Chris Barry

Chris Barry hails from the outskirts of Boston, MA, where he grew up in a big Italian family and often performed as a child, giving violin concerts and dance recitals, usually in his underpants. In 2015, he enthusiastically began his formal theatrical training at the Baron Brown Studio in Santa Monica.  He has since thrown himself into the wild unknown of living truthfully, moment by moment, as a proud member of the vibrant artist community here in LA.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… romantic (Italian), fun-loving (Irish), real (Bostonian)

My last acting gig taught me… to trust and let go.

Proudest performance moment… Every time I have the opportunity to audition, I am grateful and proud that I'm even in the room.

Most embarrassing audition… I put days of rehearsal and coaching and deep emotional daydreaming into preparing for my first short audition.  The director handed me my sides and I had one line: "Your mother is upstairs", which I then delivered in 50 shades of anguish. 

Movie I can’t stop talking about... Moonlight!  Moonlight!  Moonlight!  And Manchester by the Sea

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… Black Mirror, Chewing Gum, Mr Robot 

Currently reading… The Art of Acting, Zen in the Art of Archery, and Churchill, A Biography

Car karaoke tune... Trumpets!

Would switch careers with… no one.  I've already switched with myself a few times to get here.

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... Curtain call on Little Shop of Horrors, 1990 

 If I weren't an actor, I'd be... living a prior life.

Dying to work with... so many people.  A few of the directors who's work I love - David Fincher, Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg

Get mistaken for… Ed Norton.  Apparently, I sound like him.

Was born to play... Yes.

Learn lines by... discovering the meaning and rehearsing the beats over and over.

Get into character by... submitting

Acting is… magic

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I put everything on my resume.

Secret I want everyone to know… Nope.

Actor crush... John Cazale

Sign… Aquarius

If I were a color, I'd be… a deep forest green

Fave travel destination… Rome

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… the top of Runyon Canyon

The best advice I ever got… relax and do the thing.

You can find me at… Tiago Cafe, or at https://www.instagram.com/chris.barry, rep BBR

Liv Mai

Liv Mai loves to dance and act! You may have seen her most recently on Modern Family and Sia's "The Greatest" music video.  

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… Passionate, determined, and energetic!

My last acting gig taught me… To have fun and play with your character! You don't have to be rigid in your choices.

Proudest performance moment… When I did my dance solo on stage and I let myself fully feel the emotion and energy. I just "went for it"! :)

Most embarrassing audition… I had a voice over audition and they asked me to do an "Asian" accent and I didn't have a prepared accent! Oh no... I guess I definitely need that tool under my belt!

Movie I can’t stop talking about... Right now, it's La La Land. I loved the combination of fantastic dancing, singing, and acting! Plus the jokes of living in Los Angeles and pursuing a career in show business were so funny and relatable. Damien Chazelle's directing is brilliant!!

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… Stranger Things, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and Twilight Zone.

Currently reading… The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle.

Car karaoke tune... The Greatest by Sia! So encouraging and inspiring! 

Would switch careers with… Hmm.. Tempting... BUT I want to create my own career unique to myself. ;)

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... The moment I stepped on my first set and I saw that there was a whole world created within a room, completely separate from "reality". It is magical! Also, I've always known from a young age that I have so many different parts of myself that I want to explore and acting gives me the freedom to do that.

 If I weren't an actor, I'd be... Sorry that's not possible! ;)

Dying to work with... Wes Anderson, Damien Chazelle, Tim Burton, and Tom Hanks!

Get mistaken for… No one.

Was born to play... A superhero! ;)

Learn lines by... Practice, practice, practice! 

Get into character by... Depends on the role. 

Acting is… Imagination and truth all mashed up together. 

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I can roll my belly!

Secret I want everyone to know… I love singing and jamming out in the car.

Actor crush... Heath Ledger

Sign… Capricorn

If I were a color, I'd be… Gold with some aquamarine swirled in. 

Fave travel destination… Probably New York... But I haven't been there yet! I feel as though I would love it from what I've heard and seen.

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… The Huntington Library

The best advice I ever got… You can choose to be happy at any moment.

You can find me at… imdb.me/livmai  |  McDonald/Selznick Associates 

Sadye Minden

Sadye Minden was born in Portland, Oregon. She knew she wanted to be an actor from a young age, and moved to LA to study acting and pursue her passion. She is currently a member of the 2016/2017 Company at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… witty, loyal, and a dreamer.

My last acting gig taught me… to give 100% even if you aren't totally passionate about the material.

Proudest performance moment… anytime I feel I've successfully told my character's story and given an honest performance.

Most embarrassing audition… I once auditioned for a commercial where I was dancing with a group of women who were all about 5 inches taller than me.

Movie I can’t stop talking about... Good Will Hunting. It may have come out almost 20 years ago, but it's my favorite and I never shut up about it.

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… Sherlock, Peep Show, and Arrested Development.

Currently reading… High Fidelity. For the third time, but it's my favorite.

Car karaoke tune... Hamilton.

Would switch careers with… Kate Winslet. She's my favorite.

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... my first school play in the first grade.

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... Catwoman, definitely.

Dying to work with... Emma Thompson

Get mistaken for… I've never been mistaken for anyone, but I was once followed around by a tourist who kept insisting I was famous, though he didn't know from what.

Was born to play... I've never had one specific role I felt I was born to play, but whenever I find a character I identify with on a personal level, that's when I get the most excited.

Learn lines by... repeating them over and over while walking around.

Get into character by... listening to music or just sitting by myself for a while.

Acting is… telling a story.

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I can get both legs behind my head.

Secret I want everyone to know… well, then it wouldn't be a secret, now would it?

Actor crush... Tom Hiddleston

Sign… Libra

If I were a color, I'd be… Blue, definitely.

Fave travel destination… Oceanside, Oregon. And London.

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… Griffith Park.

The best advice I ever got… to live the life I want.

You can find me at… https://www.instagram.com/sadyenatalia/

Michael S. Garcia

Michael S. Garcia is an American actor and stuntman who recently acted in the independent feature film 'IF', written and directed by Mario Van Peebles, which he booked within 2 weeks of graduating from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. His goal is to diversify the notion of the Hollywood leading man, as he hopes to improve the odds for talented Latino, Asian, and Black actors who have so much to offer in the entertainment business.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… confident, determined, and loyal

My last acting gig taught me… to always be ready to hurry up and wait on a film set.

Proudest performance moment… My proudest performance moment was the first time I performed my one man show.

Most embarrassing audition… I kicked over a camera during a martial arts demonstration audition, panicked, and ran out. 

Movie I can’t stop talking about... As of right now I can't stop talking about The Mask of Zorro. But that changes from month to month.

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… The top 3 shows in my queue at the moment are Penny Dreadful, American Horror Story, and Hell on Wheels.

Currently reading… Bram Stoker's Dracula

Car karaoke tune... Hotel California 

Would switch careers with… Sir Anthony Hopkins

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... I saw Jim Carrey in Liar Liar and Ace Ventura when I was 3 and imitated him for a bunch of strangers in a restaurant. I knew at that moment that I wanted to act.

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... N/A

Dying to work with... Sir Anthony Hopkins and Oscar Isaac 

Get mistaken for… N/A

Was born to play... Don Diego de la Vega aka Zorro

Learn lines by... Repetition, repetition, repetition

Get into character by... I have different approaches and methods depending on my mood and which character I'm playing.

Acting is… Life

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I make some damn good tacos.

Secret I want everyone to know…

Actor crush... Savira Windyani 

Sign… Pisces

If I were a color, I'd be… Dark Red

Fave travel destination… San Diego, CA. My hometown.

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… the Universal Studios Back Lot

The best advice I ever got… Always be in competition with yourself. Strive to do better than what you've already accomplished.

You can find me at… ElevenTalent.com  |  https://www.instagram.com/iammichaelsgarcia/

Savira Windyani

Savira Windyani is an Indonesian actress and stuntwoman, who moved to Los Angeles at the age of seventeen to pursue her career. She has performed in numerous musicals growing up and found her passion for film and stunts during her journey in Hollywood. Hardworking and determined, she always strives for success even if it means failing over and over again.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… Dorky, Passionate, Determined

My last acting gig taught me… that your dream could happen at any time, anywhere, regardless of age, ethnicity, or experience.

Proudest performance moment… The standing ovation after performing my first number "All That Jazz" from Chicago The Musical, as Velma Kelly.

Most embarrassing audition… It was one of my first auditions out of school, for a feature film starring Emilia Clarke. I felt like I was completely prepared for it but, of course, nerves took over once I arrived because, not only was I auditioning for a movie with Emilia Clarke, but the casting director cast huge box office movies as well. The audition required you to pretend you're beating up a girl. So beginning the audition, suddenly I blanked out on every single line and had to improv everything. Next thing I know, I'm on the floor pretending to strangle the camera saying words that don't even make sense.

Movie I can’t stop talking about... Remember the Titans

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… New Girl, Stranger Things, The Crown

Currently reading… “A Little Life” by Hanya Yanagihara

Car karaoke tune... “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” by Whitney Houston

Would switch careers with… I'm all about making your career your own and not having to try to make it like anyone else's. But if I were to switch my career with anyone, it'd be Sir Anthony Hopkins.

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... It wasn't really a moment as opposed to just a gradual feeling I had that intensified within time. My high school drama teacher, Scott Mcquaid, saw the potential in me when trying out an acting class, and he decided to train me and provide me with plenty of opportunities which led me to the realization of the passion I had to act.

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... non-existing. I really don't know what I'd do without acting, as crazy as that sounds. Because as an actor you get to play everything, as well as tell important stories that the world has yet to know.

Dying to work with... yet again..Sir Anthony Hopkins.

Get mistaken for… To be honest, I haven't been mistaken for anybody. If you see my pictures and anything comes up, let me know!

Was born to play... Mulan.

Learn lines by... Doing physical tasks such as cleaning or jumping around while saying the lines a bunch of different ways, so that you're able to get it into your body.

Get into character by... Getting yourself focused and being in the moment. Asking questions like, What just happened? How do I feel about it? How does my body feel? Where am I?... (having a prior moment).

Acting is… reacting. It's a way to escape from your own reality into someone else's.

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I'm double jointed in a lot of places.

Secret I want everyone to know… I love eating chicken feet. It's one of my favorite parts of a chicken and I had realized that it isn't very common here in America.

Actor crush... Michael S. Garcia

Sign… Cancer

If I were a color, I'd be… Maroon

Fave travel destination… Indonesia or Malaysia. Because it's my home.

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… Any part where I'm surrounded by nature and which makes me feel like I'm no longer in a city.

The best advice I ever got… The only person you need to compare yourself to is who you were yesterday. Always strive to be the best possible you could be.

You can find me at… imdb.me/savirawindyani  |  ElevenTalent.com

Georgia Rose Thompson

Georgia Rose Thompson made the move from London to Los Angeles two and a half years ago to pursue her career in acting. She comes from a dance background and loves to incorporate that in her work whenever possible. She is grateful for the opportunity to be here, doing what she loves, on a journey that is limitless.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… awkward, determined, perfectionist 

My last acting gig taught me… that it’s not about trying to make big moves all at once, but filling every moment with risk and passion.

Proudest performance moment… One of my proudest performance moments was actually performing a dance piece as a member of 'Quicksilver', which is the Rambert Dance Company, Youth Company. the piece was called 'The disappearance of Elsie May' and it was an abstract piece in awareness of dementia and in memory of the grandmother of our choreographer. Not only did the piece have such a significant meaning and message, but our music was also chosen by Akram Khan, which was super exciting!

Most embarrassing audition… This would probably be an audition for a kids show, that I wasn't aware was for a major network until my friend texted me and said he saw my name on the sign in sheet. So of course this made me nervous, and it didn't help that we had to sing and my throat was as dry as anything, but i thought it’s fine I’ll go in, do the scene and that will calm me down and then I can sing. Nope, I had to sing first which didn’t go too well. Then it all just went down hill from there, it felt like I paused for 10 minutes in the middle of the scene just staring into the camera and sweating like a pig. It probably wasn't that bad, but it seems to get worse each time I recall the story.

Movie I can’t stop talking about... I recently watched "Moonlight” based on the play “In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue” adapted by Barry Jenkins about the struggle of growing up black and gay in 1980's Miami. And although it wasn’t packed with dialogue, it was completely filled and really landed on the audience from what I experienced and witnessed in the talk back session.

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… These are shows that I am mostly waiting for the new seasons to come out but they are: Sherlock obviously!, Luther and Underground.

Currently reading… 

Car karaoke tune... would have to be Sunshine Anderson's "Heard It All Before."

Would switch careers with… Angelina Jolie, because I mean, it’s Angelina Jolie.

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... I actually wanted to be a dancer all my life, but acting kind of was a secondary thing that came along with that. But a few years back I was in a BBC1 pilot and managed to work with some amazing people and it kind of just hit a switch for me.

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... maybe a lawyer, I always liked debate club and my friends always say I hate to be wrong so that may be a possibility.

Dying to work with... Idris Elba, I may have a tiny crush on him and also I just love his work and feel like we come from similar background.

Get mistaken for… I don’t really get mistaken for anyone, I guess I’m a bit of a concoction of a mix. 

Was born to play... I would probably have to wait a few years but I would love to play Cleopatra, she so full of emotion and changes instantaneously, I think this would be really demanding, but amazing. 

Learn lines by... just reading them over and over, pretty basic but it works for me.

Get into character by... I first try and draw similarities in terms of emotional traits between myself and the character, and then will look into the lifestyle and background of the character and see how that will inform a physicality etc.

Acting is… telling a story, be that of a person, an emotion, or theme. I feel like as an actor your primary goal is to tell the story not just of your character, but the overall intended message. 

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I can put my whole fist in my mouth... gross I know!

Secret I want everyone to know… 

Actor crush... Idris Elba

Sign… Aquarius

If I were a color, I'd be… green, just because it’s my favourite color.

Fave travel destination…

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me…

The best advice I ever got… Time moves forward, so should your thoughts.

You can find me at… www.backstage.com/georgiarosethompson  |  http://www.swordfightsinc.com/PressINDEX.html

Alexander Bruszt

Alexander Bruszt was born in Sydney, Australia and is best known for portraying the role of Fynn Thompson on NBC’s “Days of our Lives”. One of 300 actors to have auditioned for that role, Bruszt eventually beat the two finalists and won the 13 week contract role. He debuted on the show in the month of November 2015, and in the same month it was announced that his contract had been extended. He was previously a presenter of Australian Fox 8 Channel and guest-starred on “Home and Away”.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… sensitive, moody, perfectionist 

My last acting gig taught me… John Aniston (Days of our Lives) told me when the camera rolls to "act fast" as he puts it. There's no time to go back and do it again.

Proudest performance moment… hasn't come yet.

Most embarrassing audition… All of them if you don't get it right.

Movie I can’t stop talking about... Been a while since I've seen a great film I can't stop talking about.

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… Narcos is great.. Wagner Moura is a boss.

Currently reading… everything I get my hands on.

Car karaoke tune... "California Love" by Dre & Tupac 

Would switch careers with… nobody. Everyone's journey and career are for them and only them. I got my own.

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... When I couldn't figure out which job to do forever. I wanted to experience different jobs at different times.

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... many things but this business keeps pulling me back in.

Dying to work with... some good material.

Get mistaken for… 

Was born to play... Don't know yet.

Learn lines by... reading them over and over again.

Get into character by... living it.

Acting is… so simple yet everyone makes it so hard.

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… Can't say it here.

Secret I want everyone to know… I don't want people to know.

Actor crush... Brando

Sign… peace

If I were a color, I'd be… all of them, cause I am.

Fave travel destination… Haven’t been there yet.

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… Venice Beach

The best advice I ever got… Still waiting for it. I seem to learn the long, hard way and find out for myself.

You can find me at… Australian Artists Management

Jefferson Reid

A four year veteran of the U.S. Army from Miami Florida, Jefferson Reid is a working stage and screen actor with a relentless dedication to all facets of the craft as well as a rabid fan of the Miami Dolphins and writer of ridiculous haikus.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… compassionate, focused and fearless.

My last acting gig taught me… Regardless of what you are cast in you can do anything so long as you don't think it's too big for you and aren't afraid to work.

Proudest performance moment… Performing my own written work in front of an auditorium full of people alone onstage, it showed me I make people feel and reflect on their own experience by telling my story.

Most embarrassing audition… I came in front of one of my favorite casting directors at my first professional audition nervous as all get out and did my best read. When i finished she told me "Please try it again, but this time can I not see the top of your head?" I made the amateur mistake of putting the sides in my lap.

Movie I can’t stop talking about... Smokin' Aces, I mean Jeremy Piven is a champion!

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… Dr Who, The Get Down, and Transparent.

Currently reading… The Actor and the Target by Declan Donnellan

Car karaoke tune... Can't C Me - Tupac

Would switch careers with… Lupe Fiasco without question.

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... Winning a speech competition in 10th grade helped me understand that I could inspire people with my words, from then on I couldn't find a more powerful high.

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... The Miami Dolphins punt returner. I LOVE FOOTBALL.

Dying to work with... Definitely Don Cheadle or David Tennant.

Get mistaken for… Jamie Foxx

Was born to play... The Doctor of Dr Who fame, if I don't die if I ever get a call to audition for the part.

Learn lines by... Recording them or working with my roommate who's an excellent scene partner.

Get into character by... I definitely figure out the behavior first to help understand how the character carries themselves then build on it with what I know of their history.

Acting is… A mirror to some of the greatest and scariest parts of ourselves

.Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I can whistle without moving my lips.

Secret I want everyone to know… I've always wanted a dog big enough to ride on.

Actor crush... Vera Farmiga since I saw her in Running Scared.

Sign… Gemini

If I were a color, I'd be… Is platinum a color?

Fave travel destination… Dog parks! They don't judge and aren't afraid of strangers.

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… My theatre home at the LOFT Ensemble in North Hollywood.

The best advice I ever got… "80 years ago I couldn't do what you do, make it so that 80 years from now your grandkids can hear the same from you." - Emory Curry, my grandfather.

You can find me at… http://resumes.actorsaccess.com/jeffersonreid where I am proudly represented by Dream Talent Management.

Katelyn Pippy

Katelyn Pippy is a stage and screen actress best known for her work as a series regular on the Lifetime series "Army Wives." After appearing on the show, she attended Cornell University, where she also played Division 1 Ice Hockey, and has since graduated and moved back to LA to act full-time.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… tall, sarcastic, competitive.

My last acting gig taught me… grace.

Proudest performance moment… When I was 12 I did a Stephen Schwartz Off-Broadway show called "Captain Louie" and during the audition process I sang my audition song in front of him which at the time happened to be "The Wizard and I."  It could've gone terribly wrong but luckily it didn't, and singing a song I loved in front of the person who wrote it meant the world to me.

Most embarrassing audition… I recently was told by a casting director that I have a great manly voice.  I also remember once when I was 14 I had a producers session for an episode of Law and Order SVU where I was supposed to be a child prostitute, and I'd killed the big crying scene in the initial read and callback, but got to the producers session and just absolutely tanked. Ya win some ya lose some.

Movie I can’t stop talking about... so many, I see almost everything that comes out (there's a separate item in my budget for movie tickets)...but I just saw the new Magnificent 7 and then watched the original and loved them so I'm on a westerns kick right now. 

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… Ali Wong's comedy special "Baby Cobra" is everything. Also Bojack Horseman, and I'm excited to start Marvel's Luke Cage.

Currently reading… audiobook: Dance with Death, a Pendergast novel (my dad and I share an audible account and read SciFi books together and then talk about them), actual physical book: Amy Schumer: The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo.

Car karaoke tune... Hamilton Cast album...every word...to the non-amusement of my significant other.

Would switch careers with… COMPARISON IS THE THIEF OF JOY! (But JLaw obviously).

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... I was 7 and had my own song in the school play and we were in the school's gym and I remember getting up and doing the song and sitting down knowing everything had changed. 

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... an interior designer.

Dying to work with... the Duplass brothers, Kate McKinnon, Meryl Streep.

Get mistaken for… I don't often get mistaken for somebody else because my face is an odd combination of ethnicities but I've gotten JLaw a handful of times (think it has to do with having a deeper voice), and also Jennifer Garner.

Was born to play... a snarky heroine (Deadpool but a girl?), Lady M in the Scottish play.

Learn lines by... I usually just read a scene aloud a couple times and am good to go. During Army Wives I used to memorize my lines on set during the camera rehearsal (a lazy habit that I do not recommend as a one stop shop method).

Get into character by... I think the phrase "get into character" is funny because I once had an acting teacher mock me when I said that's what I was doing by miming pulling on invisible pants and then saying "awesome I'm in character now!" So I tend to stray from the phrase, but when developing a new character I like to do a lot of background research and journal as them and make specific decisions about who I am and what I want, and then when the time comes to do the scene or show I let all that go, trust that it's there in my mind because I've done the work, and just play.

Acting is… storytelling. (And a ton of hard work...and a lot of icky but necessary self-promotion).

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I can gleek (google it)...it's basically useless but for the fact that I do a great impression of that dinosaur from Jurassic park that has the fans on its neck and spits a paralyzingly agent at its victims.

Secret I want everyone to know… wouldn't be a very good secret if I told the internet, now would it?

Actor crush... my boyfriend, Zubin Asaria.

Sign… will always be an Aries, leave me alone NASA.

If I were a color, I'd be… blood red.

Fave travel destination… tough, but I love Berlin and anytime I get to make it back to New York City. On a plane headed to Seattle right now so maybe I'll change my answer! 

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… inspiration: going to see new movies at the Arclight, relaxation: I've recently taken up bouldering so I have a membership to rock climbing gyms throughout the city, it's my favorite way to tune out the LA noise.

The best advice I ever got… 1) get a great education -my parents, 2) nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent -Eleanor Roosevelt, 3) between your comfort zone and your miracle zone is a battle zone -a guy in my acting class at AMAW (loved this). 

You can find me at… Instagram: @pipstagrram  |  Twitter: @PippleTassels  |  Facebook: Katelyn Pippy  |  managed by Framework Entertainment (310) 858-0333

Justin McLachlan

Justin McLachlan is an actor, writer & producer. He is the creator of EOS 10, an award-winning, scifi radioplay and podcast heading into its third season. Previously, he was a journalist who wrote for Wired and Popular Science among others.

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… a writer / actor

My last acting gig taught me… That I’m enough.

Proudest performance moment… I was in a play once where everything went wrong toward the climax of the show. An actor forgot a key prop and had to literally leave the stage to get it. We all kind of looked at each for a moment and my line was next, so I launched into a 40-second improvised monologue to cover. The other actor burst back on stage and we went on like nothing had even happened — no one in the audience knew, either.

Most embarrassing audition… I auditioned for A Chorus Line when I was still in high school. One of my teachers was part of the production team. He was a gruff, prickly man who taught me pretty much everything I knew about acting at that point. After I sang for my audition, his voice came out of the darkness (we were in a giant, cavernous auditorium and all I could see was the stage lights in my eyes) and he said, “you know I can do that?” He wasn’t known for his singing voice and I couldn’t believe he’d say something to me like that in front of the producers and casting, the director and choreographer, etc. I was so shocked all I could manage to say was, “can you?” After a long silence, he said: “No, do you know the song, I Can Do That, from the show?” Ah, yeah. The song. I said yeah, I know it, and he told me to come back and sing it the next day. I almost died on the spot, I think, but at least I got the call back. Didn’t book the job.

Movie I can’t stop talking about... Ex Machina. It haunts my dreams.

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… Jessica Jones, Stranger Things and … … Cheers haha.

Currently reading… The Irresistible Introvert by Michaela Chung

Car karaoke tune... Anything from Next to Normal

Would switch careers with… Tina Fey? Someone funny and who creates work for themselves.

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... I’m not sure I had that moment. I was just always acting and I can’t think of doing anything else. I tried, but I just keep coming back.

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... A journalist. I was one for a long time. Still am sometimes.

Dying to work with... Joss Whedon

Get mistaken for… I don’t think I’ve ever been mistaken for anyone. People stare at me a lot but that’s probably a different issue.

Was born to play... Some character that Joss Whedon writes.

Learn lines by... Walking around town constantly talking to myself. I’m sure people assume I’m crazy, and they’re probably right.

Get into character by... In the words of my amazing coach Joseph Pearlman, I think we, as people, are 1000 times more interesting than any characters we could hope to create. So I bring a lot of just me to every part and that gets me about 90 - 95 percent there. Then, usually through a lot of improvisational work and just sitting with the dialogue, I push to find some depth and add layers to get it to 110 percent. 

Acting is… So much harder than the best of us make it look.

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… I can eat an entire watermelon in one sitting. I love watermelon. I love it so much. I’m eating some right now.

Secret I want everyone to know… Good question. That I’m usually way less confident than I look, and I don’t think I always look that confident.

Actor crush... Idris Elba

Sign… Leo

If I were a color, I'd be… Red

Fave travel destination… Norway, but New York is a close second.

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… The Coffee Bean on Sunset near Fairfax. Not sure why, but I spend a lot of time on that patio. I once hiked to the top of the Hollywood sign and watched the sun set. If I could do that everyday I would.

The best advice I ever got… Pick your battles.

You can find me at… Twitter: I’m @justinmclachlan

Dèyon Rosado

Dèyon Lydell Rosado is an Actor and Creative Visionary from Danbury Connecticut. Prior to acting Dèyon studied business at West Virginia University. He is a recent graduate of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. 

I am (use a max. of 3 words to describe yourself)… Powerful, Loving, Authentic 

My last acting gig taught me… To always stay truthful to the moment. Never try to repeat a performance for you only limit yourself. 

Proudest performance moment… Being able to perform an excerpt of my one person show, where through my writing and performance I was able to give praise and honor my mother.

Most embarrassing audition… I have yet to have an embarrassing audition, but I know no one is perfect so it will be interesting to see how I handle the situation if it occurs.

Movie I can’t stop talking about... Whiplash, I love the performance between Miles Teller and J.K. Simmons in this film. Both actors fought for the highest stakes possible, which pushed the passion and energy of this film through the lens and into the souls of the viewers.

Top three Netflix / Amazon shows in my queue… 1. The Get Down 2. Stranger Things 3. The Originals

Currently reading… Making a Good Script Great by Linda Seger

Car karaoke tune... Russ: Do It Myself

Would switch careers with… I don't believe any one person’s career is more valuable than the next. It’s about the journey and process of building what you have and what you do.  If I wanted to switch careers I would, but I would work hard to make it my own.

The moment I knew I wanted to be an actor... When I first realized I had a message to give to the world I chose acting as a platform to express my creativity. Through acting I could be anything and everything I've ever wanted to be without limitations. 

If I weren't an actor, I'd be... I would be a writer because besides performance I believe writing is the true expression of knowledge which gives wisdom and courage to those who come after us.

Dying to work with... I would be honored to work alongside Spike Lee. I believe what he brings to the industry is something unique based on culture and the in depth truth of the situations he chooses to depict on camera. 

Get mistaken for… There is no one on a consistent basis that would stand out. I believe I'm very unique, as we all should.

Was born to play... Private First Class Melvin Peterson in A Soldiers Play by Charles Fuller

Learn lines by... Repetition and imagery work  

Get into character by... Trusting the homework will set a strong foundation and believing in the given circumstances one hundred percent.

Acting is… My ultimate form of expression and truth. A platform for honest emotion and stillness to be expressed.

Special skill I wouldn't put on my resume… There is no special skill I would leave off my resume. If I believe I posses something special it's a part of who I am, therefore I would never sell myself short of anything.

Secret I want everyone to know… As individuals we all posses something great and powerful within us. It's up to us as a culture and the human race to spread the beauty that shines within us to make this world a better place.

Actor crush... Meghan Markle

Sign… Scorpio

If I were a color, I'd be… Gold

Fave travel destination… Home to be with family and friends

LA spot that inspires or relaxes me… The neighborhood of Toluca Lake

The best advice I ever got… "Deyon you are a powerful actor” - Tim Landfield 

You can find me at… https://www.facebook.com/deyon.rosado  |  https://twitter.com/bigdey  |  https://www.instagram.com/bigdey