BOBBY LEE BLOOD

Hello Readers!!
I am currently in and out of rehearsals for another SPARKyL ENTERTAINMENT original!! As a reminder for some (and back story for others), the first show (Sweet Evalina) in which I was cast here in Orlando, was too a work of the aforementioned company. This amazing production was written and directed by the accomplished Kyona Levine. I am pleased to announce that I will be playing along side this impressive actress as we and 4 others portray the 15 characters in a revised creation of her (one-woman show) BOBBY LEE BLOOD!!

After over 5 years of friendship and separated industry work, I am honored to accept the opportunity to share the stage with the multi-talented CeDarian "Joe Clark" Crawford, who is also the director for this show!! I can't begin to explain just how excited I am to not only work with these two again, but to now share the stage as we all tap back into our acting roots.
Humbled. :)

It will keep you on the edge of your seat!

SparKyL Entertainment, Inc. & Hidden Wounds Productions
present

BOBBY LEE BLOOD

Bobby Lee Blood is faith-inspired, suspense drama about a woman who is afraid that her father's criminal behavior may be in her bloodline.  Inspired by Roman's 12:2, "Do not conform to the pattern of the world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."

Kyona Levine &  CeDarian Crawford have tag-teamed Central Florida with their out-the-box, faith-inspired productions (Sweet Evalina, Sanctified Theft) which have very strong storylines that are far from preachy.  Levine holds her M.F.A. degree from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.  Crawford holds his M.S. degree from Full Sail University.  Both, Levine and Crawford, have extensive acting backgrounds and will join four other Central Florida actors, including RhyanMichele Adams, Iris Lynne, Mikki Mabra, & Kenny Rogers,  in this ensemble performance. of BOBBY LEE BLOOD. Group rates (10 or more) and student discounts are also available by emailing: bobbyleeblood@gmail.com.  More information about the play can be found on www.sparkylentertainment.com and www.facebook.com/sparkylentertainment.  

NOVEMBER 11th, 12th, & 13th, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

Eagle's Nest Baptist Church in Orlando, FL
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!!!
Purchase at: www.brownpapertickets.com
For info on discount tickets, LIKE our page on:  www.facebook.com/sparkylentertainment

Group rates (10 or more) and student discounts are also available by emailing: bobbyleeblood@gmail.com.
VISIT SPARKYL ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ONLINE!!!

www.sparkylentertainment.com 

YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT!!

Stay tuned for exclusive video footage from behind the scenes of Sweet Evalina as well as clips from our current rehearsals...

Flashing Lights

On Friday, September 30th, the staff of C-L.I.V.E. Productions and the cast of Miserably Single celebrated the premiere of this Fall's newest web-series. Guests appeared in their finest attire, camera ready and prepared to network. Take a look at pictures taken from that night, courtesy of Lee Hodge Photography!!

L to R: Charmion Sparrow (Monica), Brandy Grant (Angela), Diana Lovell (Karen), Kareen Kennedy (Tracy) and Debra Foxx (Michelle)
Photo taken by Dynasty Photography
Photo edits by Flawless Photography

The C-LIVE Team

Brandy Grant with her sisters

Diana Lovell, Val, me & Debra Fox

Artist/Composer Marcc Gregory

Live music provided by Tony Wynn

Val, Wayde Brown (actor) and me

Contona Thomas (Producer) with
Jonah Travick (Line Producer/Director of Photography/Editor)

Scenes from Miserably Single
Episode 1

Actor Wendell Kenny and me

Jamie Andrews Chambers with Kaleesha "Kelz" Pullen (Event Coordinator)

Director Tony Major with the Ladies of Miserably Single

Actors Brandy Grant, Kareen Kennedy, Arthur Brady II, Debra Foxx, Wayde Brown, me and Val

TO WATCH THE LATEST EPISODE AND LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CAST AND CREW, VISIT www.miserablysingle.com OR CLICK ON THE LOGO BELOW.

Dog.Frog.Blog.

I can't tell y'all how sleepy I am. Dash and I had an unwanted visitor last night. Check it out. The video speaks for itself...

So Much Better than Collard Greens & Cornbread

Hey Everybody!!
Yes, I've been in hole, BUT for a very good reason. Most of my time has been spent on set filming as well as behind the scenes, handling business affairs.  Let's rewind so that I can explain what's REALLY going on!!

In February, I was hired at Daversa Partners as an Associate-Executive Recruiter to help develop the sports and entertainment sector of the firm. However, because of the hiring freezes within both the NBA and NFL, we were unable to gain contracts, and therefore, my position was useless. My time with the firm was deemed an internship and in May, I was officially unemployed.

In a matter of days, I was called to be the guest artist of a show premiering at the DC Black Theatre Festival. I packed my things, dropped Dash off with his grandparents and hit on the road (hence my last line in Ketchup and Mustard up some Missed Beets). Unfortunately, things fell through (as some independent projects do), BUT the experience allotted me the opportunity to study at The Second City (school of improvisation and sketch comedy) in Chicago!! I met some of the BEST comedic actors of my generation and developed lasting relationships with other Bohemian Artist Children like myself. :) I truly felt at home, and it was there that I regained a tight grasp on the RhyanMichele that had wondered off during the 6 months prior.

My Second City Summer Intensive Family

Me, Martha, Pat, and Janie Poo :)

I was privileged to attend a TJ and Dave Show at the iO Improv in Wrigleyville. As I performed my usual scan-the-room routine, I noticed VERY familiar faces. To my surprise, they were faces belonging to members of my SC theatre crew! Martha and I go back to grade school and Theatre South Carolina, and all four of us (Pat and Jane included) have worked as players/crew with TRUSTUS Theatre!! Martha and Pat are also KFA forensic actors as well. We MAY see each other once a year on assignment, so this was indeed heartwarming.

I seriously considered a move to the midwest; I have fallen in LOVE with Chicago. After returning to SC from my wonderful adventure (end of June), I was asked by a producer (who too saw me perform in Sweet Evalina) to attend a production meeting (that was scheduled in Orlando in 3 days); so Dash and I packed our things and headed back to our FL abode.

Who's THAT girl?!

While browsing through the Book of Faces (Facebook), I noticed a very familiar face appear in my timeline...
This just in!! It's a promotional contest hosted by one of Orlando's finest photography companies, Hughes Fioretti.  The face they were using to advertise the winning prize of a free mini photo session...

...MINE!!! 

http://hughesfioretti.com/blog/?p=231

^ ^ ^ click the link above ^ ^ ^

I am proud to represent such a wonderful team of photographers. Julie and Gary are not only great at capturing the moment, but they offer exceptional services that make you want to return again and again! 

#whoeverimarrywill

On Sunday, July 10, 2011, as I greeting my fellow Tweeters on Twitter, as I do every morning, I noticed the trending topic #whoeverimarry.  

(For those of you who are not familiar with Twitter and its contents, hashtags (#) are used to group discussions regarding a single topic.) 

In response, to the aforementioned topic, I tweeted the following:   

#whoeverimarry can't be trippin' about who I'm kissing on stage. Trust me. The show on stage won't begin to compare to the one at home. OK??

 

My Twitter homie and fellow entertainment professional, Courtney Jackson (@TheSouthrnGent) commented on my tweet and the following conversation was held.

(Keep in mind that Twitter operates on "mentions". When you see @RhyanMichele, that's Courtney speaking to me; when you see @TheSouthrnGent, that's me speaking to Courtney. Because of the character limit on Twitter, much is abbreviated.) 

THE CONVO...

@RhyanMichele I've always wondered how people feel when they see their spouse share a passionate kiss or sex scene on screen....

@TheSouthrnGent Having been in more than one relationship during my career, I've noticed that industry cohorts better "get it." Non-industry sig. others (in my case) felt very and completely uncomfortable. I dated a guy who too was an actor, said he was ok w it, but would tense up EVERY TIME!! He tried to sike himself out. It's all about knowing/trusting your sig. other and being comfortable knowing it's just a character, no matter what role. Aaaaaaaand, you didnt ask me all that. lol As you were. Lol

@RhyanMichele So how do u bring that up in a convo? And how does it make YOU feel knowing that this will be an issue for most guys?

@TheSouthrnGent Right off the bat, we know ea others professions. I'm the type of person that blatantly asks. Thats a question you can sneak in during a convo about a project you're working on. Or talk about a kissing role you had before and ask her thoughts. How does it make me feel?? It's a risk I have to take. Dont get me wrong. We all feel a certain way just thinking abt our sig. other kissing someone (acting or not). BUT that's where trust/understanding come in. Since it's a HUGE issue for most guys, I chose to roll w the punches. What I do now as a single actress, I dont see myself changing as a married actress. I'm already not gonna strip on stage (standard I've already set for myself, and my hubby may not going for it either). When it all boils down to it, it's apart of your "what I want" package, as w those who aren't actors. Did I ans ur question?

@RhyanMichele Yes u answered it... I understand where ur coming from.. If I have a late night studio session with a female vocalist in another state, thats something my s/o will have to deal.. My field, as well as yours, requires A LOT of time, so thats something else she'll have to get used to

@TheSouthrnGent YUP!!! Unless you get to the point where it's jeopardizing your relationship and you choose her over your career. Which can be tricky. We women need to know you'll choose us over your career. For me, it doesnt mean you have to choose. Just means I mean more to you than your career. If your career crashes, you wont lose your mind and throw me away but allow me to make up for what was lost. Goes back to the Alicia Keys song..."if i ain't go you" U what? U the woman or U the career?? Also for me, I'm a supporter. For my man, if he likes it, I FREAKIN' LOVE IT!!! And if i know im more important than that thing, Im gonna do whatever I can to HELP him get it. #1 fan, loudest cheerleader...ALL THAT!! But why would I support sumthin that I know takes precedence over me?? Call it silly but it could evolve into a 'wham bam thank you maam'! Now i'm stuck...

@RhyanMichele I feel u... Must be why people in the industry date in that circle... Makes sense that the biggest female artist (Beyonce) & the biggest male artist (Jay) would get married... They dont only love each other... They UNDERSTAND each other as well.

@TheSouthrnGent EXACTLY!!! And there are so many other perks that come with it too... PROMOS AND PUBLICITY!! Indirectly, they are a team/business!!

@RhyanMichele Yep... Cant ask for much more from your life-long partner...

THE END

Since this conversation was had, I've had second thoughts about some of these things... 

I would like to hear YOUR thoughts. Comment on this post!! 

1. What are your views on marriage and career? 
2. Should one meet your standards as they are set as a single professional?
3. Are you willing to change your way of business after marriage? 
4. What are your expectations in terms of a significant other's career?

**Feel free to post your questions for me as well. I'll collectively answer them and share my second thoughts in another post. :P

Life. Leadership. Legacy.

Due to unforeseen circumstances and a very hectic agenda, I've been slacking on my posts...
On Tuesday, July 26, 2011 my paternal grandfather, Deacon Tally Adams, Jr. transitioned into eternity.  I arrived home to SC on Thursday morning, relieved to be around my family, but on Friday morning, I wrote this:

"Waking up today felt different...
My heart grieves. Presently, my world seems quite surreal - stuck in a 1st gear of autopilot, as it reluctantly chases reality. BUT GOD. He gives comfort through both His Word and the unity of family; and THAT alone gives reason to celebrate."

Granddad and me in SC back in the day!!  I was almost 3 years old! :D

It's been a loooooooooog 4 weeks...

Father's Day 2011 :)

Along with my father, my grandfather moved me from SC into my first apartment in FL. Excited about my new endeavor, he even attended the Behind the Scenes tour with me at FULL SAIL, satisfied that I had made the right decision. I am forever grateful for the discipline he instilled in me to never let go of my heart's desires, and I will show my appreciation as I encourage and lead others to do the same. 

Missing him so much... 

Listen!! Don't just hear but LISTEN to what is being said and absorb the knowledge being given to YOU by those who have made it possible for YOU to be the best YOU. Allow the inner man in YOU to determine what YOU take and what YOU leave from the words said to YOU. Only YOU decide where YOU will go, what YOU will do and who YOU will become.  There is only one YOU!!!

Thankful for being a part of his 

LIFE, LEADERSHIP, LEGACY and LOVE!!