From Classroom to Camera: Kiana's Journey in the Arts
In this episode of Artists Unframed, we delve into the life and career of Kiana, an actress and educator. Kiana shares her unconventional path from performing on tabletops as a child to attending a performing arts school and later grappling with the decision between a career in acting or academia. Despite choosing the academic route initially and obtaining a minor in theater and a major in Africana studies, Kiana's passion for acting never waned. Her journey took her from teaching in Africa to an unexpected acting opportunity that reignited her dreams. Throughout the conversation, Kiana discusses the importance of representation, the challenges of navigating the film industry as a Latina, and the need for self-care as an actor. She also touches on the humanizing aspect of her roles and the significance of collaboration and empathy on set. Join us as Kiana reflects on her experiences, the impact of her education on her acting career, and her aspirations to break stereotypes in the industry.
00:00 Introduction to Artists Unframed
00:59 Kiana's Early Artistic Aspirations
01:37 High School and College Decisions
03:42 Balancing Academics and Art
07:12 The Bristol Fellowship Experience
09:07 Discovering Hip Hop Theater
26:42 Teaching and the Pandemic
28:30 First Major Acting Role
32:37 Representation and Career Choices
43:05 The Importance of Boundaries in Acting
44:38 Navigating Collaboration with Directors
47:08 Exploring Directing Aspirations
48:23 Representation and Breaking Stereotypes
57:17 Upcoming Roles and Projects
58:52 Emotional Impact of Acting
01:01:05 Maintaining Professionalism and Mental Health
01:07:44 Mentorship and Community in Acting
01:20:44 Final Thoughts on Empathy and Self-Care
This podcast produced Bernice Miller at Robinhood Studios in Winston Salem North Carolina and Colin J Harden with Hermit House Production, it is Executive Produced and hosted by Aaron Ross
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