BSR_S09E19 - Reckless Romance - QTG - DeAnna S. Wright
In this engaging podcast episode, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Deanna Wright, an actress involved in the Quintessence Theater's production of Reckless Romance, featuring Midsummer Night's Dream and Antony and Cleopatra. Deanna shares her journey from Florida to Philadelphia, her experiences in the theater, and her reflections on playing the iconic roles of Cleopatra and Oberon. The conversation delves into the challenges and joys of acting, the significance of gender roles in Shakespeare's works, and the personal growth that comes from embodying such powerful characters. In this conversation, DeAnna S. Wright discusses her experiences portraying iconic characters Oberon and Cleopatra, reflecting on the creative process, the importance of costume design, and the power of theatricality. She shares insights on personal growth, audience engagement, and the limitless possibilities that come with embracing one's artistic journey.
ABOUT DeAnna S. Wright
Is a native of small town Florida and attributes living in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York City as places which deeply influenced both her humanity and artistry. A trained actor, DeAnna earned a BA in Theater Performance from the University of Florida and an MFA in Acting from the FSU/Aslo Conservatory. Some of her credits include Sophie in Flyin West (Quintessence), Peaches in OAK (WP, Urbanite Theatre), Angela in Natural Shocks (one-woman pay, Hope Rep), and Prospera om The Tempest (Also Rep). Recently, DeAnna starred in the feature film Alone Together, which premiered at the Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. The psychological thriller garnered multiple festival awards before securing a release on Amazon Prime and Tubi.
Chapters
* 00:00 Introduction to Reckless Romance
* 03:03 Deanna Wright: A Journey to Philadelphia
* 05:56 The Road to Reckless Romance
* 09:11 Exploring the Characters: Cleopatra and Oberon
* 12:01 The Impact of Gender Roles in Shakespeare
* 15:09 Creating Oberon: A Personal Journey
* 19:50 The Gift of Performance
* 22:15 Costume Design and Character Embodiment
* 25:40 The Power of Theatricality
* 28:45 Engaging the Audience
* 30:15 Reflections on Personal Growth
* 34:30 Embracing Limitless Possibilities
FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://quintessencetheatre.org
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