Acting & On-Camera Capstones
Sharpened Iron
Wednesday, September 30th at 8:30pm
Friday, October 2nd at 7:00pm
(Located in 8W Theatre)
Cast
MILLA AERO
Mount Pleasant, Tennessee
"I want to make an impact– leave the creative world better than I found it. Thanks to supportive family, friends, & faculty, I plan to pursue acting & filmmaking with all I’ve got. "
OWEN TOLEDO
Meridian, Idaho
"An adventure I will never forget. Thank you to my family and friends. As well as the amazing faculty. Favourite role performed: The Scottish King."
CECILIA CROCKETT
Bremerton, Washington
"Thank you to my friends and family for being so supportive of my journey. I aspire to be a role model to the queer and the weird everywhere."
BROOKE HOLLIBAUGH
Bakersfield, California
"I would like to thank everyone I’ve met on this wild journey. This isn’t the last time you’ll see me; there’s definitely more to come!"
KEALIA KAMIYAMA
Apple Valley, California
"Thank you, family, friends, and faculty who believed in me. Looking forward, I aspire to be a voice for Pacific Islanders and queer youth."
KAYLEN KEELEY
Gilbert, Arizona
"Thank you to everyone who helped me reach this moment. I’m committed to creating work that reflects and inspires the human experience, I look forward to growing through projects ahead. "
JAELYN KNOLL
Seattle, Washington
"I am a mosaic of the people I love and who love me, and that love is the driving force behind every performance I have the privilege of delivering!"
YASH NAINANI
Ho Man Tin, Hong Kong
"Thank you, to my family and closest friends. You raised a little artist, and I’ve never been happier! I can’t wait to plant this footprint for Asian actors in Hollywood. "
SEAN OLSSON
Westminster, Maryland
"I sincerely thank all who have invested in me and continue to do so. The readiness is all, and I am ready because of you. "
ISABELLE WARNER
Lake City, Florida
"I sincerely thank all of my teachers, friends, and family for the amazing support in achieving my dreams. I can’t wait to create with you in my heart."
Lights, Camera, Action!
Thursday, October 1st at 4:30pm
(Located in Laemmle NOHO 7)
Saturday, October 3rd at 4:00pm
(Located in 8W Theatre)
Cast
PAYTON BENEFIELD
Cibolo, Texas
"I’m excited to be graduating with my Bachelor's. Big thanks to my family and everyone I met at both campuses for their love and support. On to the next chapter! "
NYAH BOLDEN
Grand Blanc, Michigan
"Is my adulthood free trial over?... Mom? "
ANAYA' CHRIS
St. Louis, MO
"Wow, what a journey. Years full of lessons, friendships gained and lost, and walking away with major confidence. To my parents: thank you for your love and belief in me. "
TIREYK FISHER
Virginia Beach, Virginia
"I’m grateful for my mom, grandma, and aunts for always believing in me. I’m ready to show out and for y'all to see what I can do. "
HUNTER LAPLANTE
Medford, New Jersey
"Thank you to all who have given me their time; it's the most valuable gift I could ever receive, and it has never gone unnoticed. Here's to the next chapter! "
JORDAN LASLEY
Grand Junction, Colorado
"I wish for everyone who has helped me get through all the hard times to have peace and prosperity in their lives in order to live happily and healthy. "
NAOMI ELIZABETH NELSON
Los Angeles, California
"I'm so beyond excited for my career outside of AMDA. I'm thankful to God, my mentors, friends, and family who've gotten me where I am today. "
AVALON L. PERRY
Santa Fe, New Mexico
"Thank you to all who’ve supported me on this journey, especially my parents. I love you more than anything, and I wouldn’t be here without you! "
SHAMAR J. RICE
Baltimore, MD
"BALTIMOREEEE!!!! Beyond grateful to achieve this major milestone in my life. To God, my family, my teachers, and mentors, THANK YOU! I’m forevermore… A lotus from Baldimore. Let’s get busy! "
ZION SCOTT
West Seattle, Washington
"I’m passionate about film and television and drawn to characters with depth, humor, and vulnerability. I hope to keep growing through stories that challenge me as an artist. "
YASODHARA
Trujillo, Peru
"Already a dream come true! Thanks to my whole family back home, who I know are rooting for me thousands of miles away. Love you all! ... Con amor, su peruanita. "