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Our greatest challenge in casting Heartsgaard has been finding a woman with both the depth and the playfulness to carry the role of Mariko, the prophet who brings Conrad's fantasies and fears crashing into the reality of his life. Those few actresses who share Mariko's sense of spiritualism tend to to be professionally unreliable, and none of the women I respected professionally had the internal quiet to carry the role... or so I thought.
Through Aaron Lyons, I've known Aryiel for several months. I've been hearing about her talent and professional ethics for a good while longer besides. Back when we first started auditioning, Aaron had suggested Aryiel for the part of Lady Macbeth. While all parties were interested, timing and prior commitment conspired to keep her away from the show.
Two weeks ago, Aryiel volunteered to be interviewed as a renowned UFOlogist as part of our ongoing Sam Bailey viral efforts (at www.whoissambailey.com). In the interview, Aryiel delved into a mess of crazy notions with the conviction and weariness of a woman who's lived with them her entire life... As soon as I saw the video, I knew we'd found our prophet!
More than that, what we've found in Aryiel is another member of the family. Over the last few years, Aryiel has positioned herself as a leader in the Los Angeles theater community, serving theater companies as a manager and sharpening her producing skills. On stage and behind the scenes, she's consistently proven herself to be shrewd, fearless, and unhesitating in the face of opportunity.
Of course, there was never any question that Aryiel belongs with us. To his credit, Aaron recognized that from the beginning. What's more, he patiently pointed out to me some months back that when the time was right, her place in the 8 Sided Ensemble would simply reveal itself.
Sure enough. At the very moment we needed her most, she showed up and immediately started challenging us with her depth, grace, and game. Her presence and her professional candor have already inspired confidence in the cast and elevated the production, and finally everything fits.
Sometimes, life happens exactly the way it is supposed to happen. Isn't that what all prophets secretly know?
Welcome home, Aryiel! Here, we pledge to give you the rigorous challenge and loving support an actor of your character deserves, and the rich opportunity and collaboration your pioneering spirit clearly demands.
Hot dog, we got a live one!!!
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