Congratulations on the work you have been getting recently. Can you tell us about your experience and role on Mr. Snowman? Thank you. Oh my goodness, it was an absolute blast! The character I played, “Isabelle” was written as such a confident, quirky and warm person. She is completely comfortable in her own skin (and unique wardrobe) and she knows exactly who she is. It was a dream to play! The cast all got along immediately and the chemistry made it easy for us to play long time friends. The crew was amazing! Doug Mitchell, our fantastic director, was so great to work with. He really let the actors play and find the characters and connections. He knows a film set in and out and he clearly loves what he does so the energy was contagious. There was this wonderful buzz and everybody seemed to enjoy themselves. It was so inspiring to watch the cast and crew take such pride in their work and showcase their artistry. Honestly, it was the most fun I’ve ever had on set. When did you become an ACTRA member, and what was your first union gig? My first union gig was a national Best Buy commercial in 2006. That was a very cool experience and fortunately for me, it aired a lot-even during the Superbowl! But funny enough. I only became a full member last year, even though I’ve had many permits throughout the years. I started out my acting career in Toronto and spent a lot of time between there, Vancouver and Calgary. I also travelled a lot studying and doing improv festivals so I wasn’t in one spot very long consistently. It made more sense for me at the time just to work and to get permits when I needed them. When…

You’re coordinating the ACTRA Manitoba Awards Gala out of the goodness of your heart (thanks btw!), what event coordinating experience do you have? I have been event planning since I was 13. I ran for student council president (and won) for the sole purpose of organizing sock-hops & spirit week (HA!). I have been making excuses to plan and organize projects ever since. I think it’s in my blood. When I see potential in something or someone, I want to help it not only come to life, but give it the push it needs to actualize its potential. I have been managing my sketch comedy troupe Hot Thespian Action for the past ten years and have created (or co-created) a few other performance troupes including a Deaf mime troupe called 100 Decibels. As a manager and mentor, I have been the driving force behind the shows we create and perform. All of the skills I have honed through these experiences lends itself directly to event planning and project management. So I have decided to contract myself out doing just that. Over the past year, on top of performing, educating and creating as an artist, I have Production Managed a promotional video with MFM & On Screen Manitoba (https://vimeo.com/148643654), I have joined the Winnipeg Comedy Festival team planning/hosting their after parties, rounding up sponsorships and marketing the festival, and I have also coordinated a few weddings in-between. When Jan Skene asked me to join council to be the chair of the ACTRA Awards, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to give back to this beautiful community and to show them what I’ve got hidden up my sleeve. When did you become an ACTRA member, and what was your first union gig? Oh man, good question. I am…