Warren Levi Haney - 'Making a Master Actor' through Shakespearean Text Analysis

On this episode, I chat with the one and only Katy Chen Mazarra  @katychenmazzara , a Money Mentor & Financial Coach for creatives!

Katy is a 20 year veteran of the Film/TV Industry with experience as a TV Producer, Documentary Filmmaker & Journalist. According to her, 'Living that lifestyle for 15 years put me on a journey to learn how to manage my finances and change my mind-set from one where 'feast or famine' is a common theme to a mind-set of continuous abundance and freedom'

Katy has developed a program that combines holistic and practical money making (& saving) techniques to help you hit your financial goals! Katy is a certified financial coach, life coach and recently a trauma-informed master coach! She's also a graduate of the (very rigorous) UC Berkeley Program in Personal Financial Planning.

Financial independence is possible for all of us!
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Katy Chen Mazarra: https://www.katychenmazzara.com/

In this episode, we talk to Ben Kacsandi and David J. Moriarty.  These two fellas make up the dynamic duo that is 'Ben & Dave's Mixtape''.  Their incredible mix of comedic and musical prowess brings to life hilarious songs that span the genres from punk rock to country western and everything in between.  Ben & Dave talk about the triumphs and tribulations of breaking into the music industry as new artists and discuss just how important it is to have a partner you can trust.

Ben & Dave's Mixtape is  'guaranteed to moisten your musical palette by rocking your socks off whilst tickling your heart chakras!'

Please check out their entire first album now available on Spotify!

'Ben & Dave's Mixtape' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4wjdm6WWmvzlJO0a7dInHN?si=cGPnB6GDQtaqykD5P8p_iQ

'Ben & Dave's Mixtape' on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFWiNec6F1HmGkOJLgJlYDg

'Ben & Dave's Mixtape' on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benanddavesmixtape

'Ben & Dave's Mixtape' on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benanddavesmixtape

In this episode, we speak with Warren Levi Haney, a classically trained actor that believes in hard work and commitment to technique and craft.  He speaks on how important it is to work with heightened text as a performer-particularly Shakespeare- in order to become the best actor you can be.  He tells us about his upcoming class, 'Making A Master Actor', and how it uses analysis of The Bard's plays from four centuries ago to mold a top notch modern actor of today.

'Making a Master Actor' : https://www.greenlightactingstudios.com/service-page/making-a-master-actor?referral=service_list_widget

Greenlight Acting Studios: https://www.greenlightactingstudios.com/

Warren Levi Haney Website: https://warrenhaneytheater.wixsite.com/warrenlevi

Warren Levi Haney IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11952118/

In this episode, Diane Foster talks to us about founding WallyBird Productions, her production company which produces content of 'all forms and genres of media worldwide, fostering diversity and equality'.  Under the WallyBird banner, Diane strives to give people a voice who haven't historically had one.  She believes that representation matters and has achieved this in every one of WallyBird's productions for people both in front and behind the camera.

WallyBird has produced "SHIRi", winner of the prestigious Stage 32 Short Film Contest which screened at the Oscar qualifying Hollyshorts Film Festival and Raindance in the UK, "Make A Wish" which was accepted at over 130 film festivals worldwide and seen on Bloody Disgusting TV & “My Home Unknown”, a harrowing and deeply real look at the homeless epidemic. WallyBird's original horror comedy feature, “Easter Bloody Easter" is currently in post-production and will be released in theaters soon!

WallyBird website: https://wallybirdproductions.com/

WallyBird Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wallybirdproductions/

WallyBird Linktree: https://linktr.ee/wallybirdproductions

Diane Foster Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianefosterofficial/

'My Home Unknown' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myhomeunknown/

In this episode, our good friend John tells us about the truly crazy situation that he and his cast mates overcame surrounding their upcoming show, 'Vape', a parody of 'Grease'.  He tells us about his work as a writer and involvement at 'Sketchworks Comedy' and also speaks about the non profit he cofounded-Performing Arts Education of Georgia-and the important work they do, going to schools and giving insight to our youth as to what they can expect pursuing a career in entertainment and how best to prepare.

PAEGA Website: https://www.paega.org/

Sketchworks Comedy: https://sketchworkscomedy.com/

'Vape: The Musical' at the Aurora Theatre: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/vape-the-musical/

In this episode, we talk to Emily Grace, founder of 'Pickford West Society'.  Emily started the Society to help actors write their dream roles themselves instead of waiting around for the industry to "discover" you.  She speaks on the current  WGA & SAG-AFTRA strikes, her inspiration from Mary Pickford and Mae West & provides many tips and tricks to utilize when crafting your next screenplay.  If you're interested in taking your acting career into your own hands and elevating your writing, this is the episode for you!

Pickford West Society: https://pickfordwest.lpages.co/

In this episode, audiobook narrator & actor Gary Tiedemann shares his heartfelt inspiration for his career, his time training improvisation at 'The Second City' (Chicago) and his very humble beginnings at a small radio station in Louisiana.  Gary also shares his top 'dos' and 'don'ts' of how to set up your own audio recording space and how to choose the microphone that's best for you.  If you're interested in the world of audiobook narration or voiceover acting, this is a perfect episode for you!

In this episode, Kyle talks about his experiences currently in the world tour of 'The Book of Mormon' and also looks back on his time in the world tour of 'Rent'.  Kyle's story is truly remarkable and details that talent, passion and purpose will find a way to shine through no matter the obstacles we face.  Looking for your daily dose of inspiration?  Look no further, you've found it here.  

In this episode, we have the privilege of talking with Veronica Barrera.  She talks about what inspired her to become a voiceover artist and shares some fun stories about how she started preparing for this career even from a very young age.  Are you interested in exploring the VO world?  Or even interested in building your own in-home studio?   Well, Veronica has a well of knowledge that she is more than happy to share!  Enjoy the fun!

In this episode, Nancy tells us about the Detroit Creativity Project, a non profit organization that transforms the youth of Detroit through improv.  Improvisation proves to be a tool that fosters collaboration, respect for others, and even literacy.  As Executive Director, Nancy is doing incredible work with The DCP in giving children the option to succeed and express themselves in environments that they may have been afraid to do so before.  An alum of The Second City herself, who better to teach improv, right?!