CAST

Everything is Nothing if you don't have the right group of people supporting your vision. The Women of Journey who have shared their stories are proud to say that the Women selected to participate in this thought provoking production are amazing and focused. Countless hours have gone into reading and understanding their Characters. Acting is more than reading lines and wanting them to jump off the paper into your lap! Acting is like Fluid it Runs and can be ruined if not digested properly!

 

PRODUCER - DIRECTOR- MAKRESHA M. RENEAU

life is more than madness its meaningful. YOLO!

CHRISTELLE BAGUIDY - LAYER 1

Story of Makresha Reneau & Kumesha Johnson

Woman of Strong Background! Being Haitian teaches me to not be a victim of circumstance but instead go after your dreams and goals. I love to read, write and volunteer. I am a creative individual who loves to see the brighter side of things. I know what it feels like to be an outcast and I know what it feels like to be part of a team. I know what it's like feeling alone with no one to undertand you and I also know what great friendship is. I try to make the best out of my situation and I aim to follow my passion for acting. I love being able to tell a story and let people experience things they might otherwise not. I love bringing a character to life and being able to transform into something new and different everytime. I am a true go getter and I am willing to go the extra mile to see me dream become a reality. I know there's ways to go but each step means I'm that much closer. Actors are true storytellers and my hope is that one day, my story telling will be able to change the world and make people dream louder and believe harder. I hope it will help people see things differently. I love what I do and I can't imagine doing anything different.

CRYSTAL COTTON - LAYER 2

Story of Rebekah Bell & Thea Austin

Originally from Youngstown, Ohio Crystal attended Florida State University and went on to Grad School in Brooklyn, NY at Pratt Institute.  There in New York is where Crystal’s development as an actress began.  Cutting class to go to auditions Crystal found herself booking a lot of commercial work, short films, and off-Broadway theater shows.  She starred on the Chappell Show and Barry Jenkin's Bloomingdale's Love Short "Tall Enough," and some theater credits include For Colored Girls and An Ideal Husband.  Since Moving to California Crystal has studied with a number of studios, one being at Ted Brunetti and Judith Weston and has been cast in several shorts films .  For more info about Crystal visit her website at www.crystalvcotton.com.

CANDICE MERIDETH - LAYER 5

Story of Toushonta Hogan

Meet Candice Brooke Merideth, born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, she is a true “Cali girl” in every sense of the word. Full of life, love and an upbeat personality, Candice was bit by the acting bug at a very young age.  Debuting in the 1996 film, Phat Beach, Candice portrayed the role of the obnoxious little sister to Jermaine “Huggy” Hopkins. Candice earned her BS in Psychology and Theater from California State Dominguez Hills. Studying Psychology only made it more magnificent for Candice to portray characters and bring their stories to life! No matter where Candice is she has always managed to stay close to the business. Never letting go of her passion, she has been working behind the scenes in television for 10 years and aspires to Produce, Direct and Star in her own Blockbuster film someday. Preparing to take this world by storm, she has featured in indie films such as a lead role in Gifty Adu-Darko’s film “Here Comes the Boom: A Game of No Return”. Candice’s overall goal and purpose is to utilize her God given talent through the expression of emotion and movement to make an impact on people through these trying times. This rising star is not only a jack of all trades but a true Gem in the world of arts and entertainment! 

TAMEKA BOB - LAYER 7

Story of Tanya Stanford

 Tameka Bob is a native of New Orleans, La. After a successful career as a Doctor of Counseling, she chose to dive, full force, into her dream of Acting & Screenwriting. Since then, she has landed various roles in Television, Film, and Stage. Her most noted role was in the Lifetime Movie "Racing for Time", directed by Charles "Roc" Dutton, where she played the supporting role of "Tray", a hardened young woman whose incaceration only makes her worse. She has also written & produced short films and plays. In addition, Tameka created and hosted the "Our Truth Matters" talk show, which gave adolescents a platform to discuss issues which are important to them.   Above all else, Tameka believes her gift will make room for her & bring her before many. When this happens, & and during the process, she will give God all of the praise!

Chelyce Jordan Perry

Story of Debbie Magbie & Felicia Stinson

I am Chelcye Jordan Perry. I hail from the great state of Texas, more specifically Houston. I am an only child and grew up with a passion for the arts. I knew that acting was what I waanted to do with my life since I was 7 years old. I served 5 years in the United States Navy, and was all prepared to leave San Diego and return to Texas when my counselor spoke into my spirit and said to never give up on your dreams. Believing this to be the catalyst that I needed, I arrived in Los Angeles 2 years ago. I currently am enrolled at West Angeles College majoring in Theatre. My motivation is also inspired by a young man that God has allowed me to call my son - Bailey. I want to pursue this passion that I have, to let him know that no matter what you experience in life, never stop dreaming, but more importantly, do everything that you can to make the dream a REALITY!

 

Teela Caldwell

Story of Darline Dupree

Born and raised in San Diego, CA, Teela L. Caldwell developed an interest in acting/performing at a very young age. During childhood, she and her friends would often sing, dance and put on shows in their living rooms. In high school, Teela discovered her natural acting abilities while attending the San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts. While in high school, she honed her craft and developed a sincere love and and appreciation for the art of acting. In 2006, Teela moved to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career while earning her BA in Communications from CSULA. Some of Teela's credits include Beneatha in "A Raisin in the Sun", Beverly in "Seduziak", Red in "For Colored Girls" and numerous other independent films, plays and webisodes. Teela is passionate about acting and dedicated to putting in the time needed to make her dreams of being a full-time/working actress a reality.