The TRACKS run is done! And some other stuff...

Whew, THANK YOU Jesus! Now, don't get me wrong, I love theater, and I loved doing TRACKS, and I loved the cast and crew, but the huge commitment it turned out to be, definitely took it's toll on my mind, body, and spirit. I think, if I was doing theater/acting full time and not had 100 other things going on in my life, I'm sure I would have been fine, but I really, really had to push myself to the limits to make it through. That being said, I wouldn't change it for the world, because I did GAIN some great experiences/memories, made some great friends, took some great photos, and even learned some great life lessons over the last several weeks. But I have to tell you, what surprised me the most, is how much support I got from my friends and family. I honestly had no idea how many people love and support me! Every single show, there were at least 2 or 3 people (even up to 7 or 8 on some nights) in the audience that had come out to show their support, and that was such a great feeling. (Side Note: Todd is now convinced that I should do a one woman show armed with this new information, but I digress...:)...and I'm actually a little intimated at the thought of it!)

It's always nice to have the support of your peers. In the audience this past weekend T'Keyah Crystal Kemáh, Kendra Johnson, Tyreese Burnett, and Geri Allen came out to support. Thanks guys!

Okay, so one last thing about the show, here is a TRACKS review. Enjoy!

In other news, I was invited over the weekend to attend a comedy event downtown that featured comedian/actor Mark Curry. I couldn't attend because of the show. Maybe next time.

Lastly, (and I'm sure it's because I just shared the trials and tribulations of my career with you all the last time I wrote) not only did I receive some surprising residual love over the weekend, but I also came across the following article (click here and here) in PARADE magazine. A higher power speaking to me? Could be. As a result, while I'm hashing out what I want to do, I'm going to attend a few parties, screenings, workshops, and quite possibly take a brief solo trip to NM, in hopes of landing a role or two...:)...and then, I'll decide.

P.S. I added a few new features to my blog, polls and what not. Check 'em out over there --->.

Love ya'll!

S to da...

Wrapping up September 2008!...:)...

Short and Sweet:

• VO Audition - INFAMOUS (vg) - 09/24/08
• We're gearing up for the last few TRACKS shows!...:)...
• Just mailed out my stuff to my NM agent. Quite possibly in time to get part in TRANSFORMERS 2?!? Let's hope!...:)...
• I had an epiphany today. I'm seriously thinking about taking a break from the industry for a little while. My pursuit of an acting career feels like it's become a "habit" to me. (Hopefully you understand what I mean.) In a nutshell, I can go from "absolute euphoria" when I book something and things are going well, all the way down to "rock bottom" when I'm not going out and things aren't going well. I'm pretty sure all actors go through this, so I'm not saying "Oh, feel sorry for poor Shenita!" I'm just saying that I have SO MANY other wonderfully important things going on in my life, that I just don't want to be jeopardized by this roller coaster ride that I'm on. That being said, I've got some heavy thinking to do!
• OMG! Was HEROES not the bomb last night?!? I love that show. A few more of my favorites return this week. Can't wait!

Holla at cha later...

Mrs. Moore.

The first 2 are HISTORY!...

This weekend was awesome! After weeks of rehearsal, the show (TRACKS) finally went up on Friday night (9/12). We had a sold out house, and Ms. Kim Wayans was in the audience...:)...Thanks again Kim and Sheryl for supporting Tann and I! Although I don't think my performance was at it's best on opening night, the idea of being in front of a live audience again was a big thrill for me. Saturday's show gelled much more than the night before, and that night I had some of my family, and church family, in the audience which was really cool. Many thanks to you ladies for the support as well!

TRACKS runs for two more weekends, so, get your tickets now!

What else is going on? Hmmm, I had my first "real world" class in over 10 years on Saturday (9/13) morning. I swear I felt so old sitting in there with all of those teenagers and twenty somethings. I guess as long as I don't let that get to me, I should be fine, right? Right.

Since I last blogged, I've been busting my behind trying to make sure that all of my reps have what they need from me to get me out there more. Still crickets, but I'm hopeful!

I'm thinking quite possibly, once I'm done with the show, that I'll get into an acting class somewhere, with somebody. Speaking of acting classes, a friend of my Robin Brown, is teaching a FREE acting class through AFTRA next month. So all of you paid up AFTRA members, check out the details here. When you contact Robin, make sure that you let him know that I sent you. Also, another acquaintance of mine, Ms. Adilah Barnes, sent me info on an acting class that she's teaching that starts at the end of the month. Check out the details for her class here, and be sure to tell her that I sent you as well.

So, I think that's it for now. Please wish me many broken legs over the next couple of weeks, and I'll check in with you again soon.

Before I go, on a serious note, I want to lift up many prayers for the victims and families of the MetroLink accident that happened last Friday afternoon. I was on the freeway headed to the theater when a cavalcade of emergency vehicles sped by me. When I continued to hear their sirens well after I'd gotten to the theater, I knew that something was really, really wrong. I didn't find out the complete details of what had happened until after the show that night, and was devastated to hear the news. Again, my prayers are extended for them all.

S.

New Demo Reel and New (Old) Headshots...

I'm finally ready for the Fall. HEROES here I come!...:)...

S.

Deep Breath....Okay, GO!

Of course when I wait this long between posts, there's always A LOT to talk about. So, let's get started!...:)...

After 2 years, I finally got the braids again. It took a total of three days, on and off, but they look really cute, and the low maintenance aspect is so worth it! Now that that's done, my intentions are to order some more of my "braided" pics later this week. I also have to make sure to get them up on the internet for the agents ASAP. Man, am I praying that this will be the solution to get me out there a little more. I mean, I know there's this whole "pending strike" issue, but from what I can see around town, production is still charging forward. We'll see what happens.

Last Monday (7/28) night I attended a workshop run by Commercial CD Terry Berland and Theatrical Acting Coach Sharon Chatten. I must say that it always amazes me when I attend these workshops, because as an 11 year veteran here in Los Angeles (yes, it's been 11 years!), I still have so much to learn. As the workshop began, I was selected as part of their "lottery" to do a theatrical scene with another girl. The scene went very, very well. So much so, that after class, both Terry and Sharon praised my work. (That's always great to hear from industry professionals, right?!...:)...) Now don't get me wrong, of course my partner and I were given some adjustments during the scene, but I think because we were able to adjust to them well, it made us stand out a little more. Also, it didn't hurt that we got to go last. I sent both ladies "thank you's" so hopefully I'm on the brain long enough to garner an audition or two as a result.

In other news, a couple of weeks ago, on the very same afternoon I was expecting an official meet-and-greet phone call from my new VO reps out of Portland, I got a call from my local VO reps telling me that I was being dropped. **GASP!** Now, I had a feeling that they were going to be dropping some folks, because they had recently merged with another agency, but I think I was hoping deep down inside that I wouldn't be part of the drop list...:(...That being said, I know that the Lord had my back on this one, because he was right on time with the Portland reps. You guys, I was with my Los Angeles VO reps for 8 years, so the blow of that could have been pretty severe. All in all, I managed to get through the whole ordeal unscathed, and surprisingly, I haven't shed a tear. I will need to start looking for a new VO rep here in Los Angeles sometime in the near future. Actually, I think I will save that task for early 2009, after I make some more advancements in the commercial and theatrical worlds....:)...

Speaking of VO's, remember a while back when I read for the new animated show CLEVELAND? Wanna know who scored the role? Yep, none other than Ms. Sanaa Lathan herself. Congrats to her! At least I am (was) in good company right?...:)...

What else is going on?

• Oh yeah, rehearsals for the full staged production of TRACKS started Monday (8/4). Whew, that's going to be a lot of work for us behind the scenes, and Tann has asked me to share one of the smaller roles with her. I still need to read the revised script before I accept, but either way, I'd love for you guys to come check it out when it goes up in late September 2008!
  
• Production on THE THIRST has halted. The director is in the process of working through some production issues.
• We've been talking, and I might be up for a project through my writer friend B.J. Rouse next year. We'll see.
  
• Taya-Morgan's agent wants some new pics. Anyone know of any good kiddie photogs who don't charge very much?
  
• I was featured in the Albuquerque The Magazine's August 2008 issue after entering a contest they had. They're sending me a copy. Once I get it, I will post it up. As a result, they've approached me about featuring me in their Film column. Pretty Cool!
  

On another (real life) note, the truth of the matter is, I have to put a little more effort into my Plan B. Things don't always go as planned, and after all, I do have a lot of responsibilities. That being said, not only will I be going back to school this fall, but I'm also looking for a day job again. Yikes! So as always, ya'll keep me in your prayers, because there's only so many balls one person can juggle.

P.S. Paris Hilton is a fool for this, but why do I love it so much?!?...:)...

- Me.