DAY ONE
DAY TWO
I look forward to sharing with you the final, edited project. :)
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Circle IT!!!
I've been BIZaaaaaaaaaaay!!! Busy!! But as always, busy in this industry is always a GREAT thing. Since my last post, we've obviously entered a new year and a rather refreshing beginning it has been. I was cast in a lead role in the 16mm short film entitled FLAT and have made wonderful connections from this amazing experience. The project was shot in February on the campus. I played a young mother who's child was lost to social services after her boyfriend's life was taken violently. The plot is rather dark and heavy in emotion, and my physical appearance is made rather ominous if the description. Want to see? Check out my behind the scenes video blogs:
DAY ONE
DAY THREE
I look forward to sharing with you the final, edited project. :)
DAY ONE
I look forward to sharing with you the final, edited project. :)
Saturday, December 31, 2011
What's In A Name? (For his Grandchildren)
This post is dedicated to my 29+ first cousins...
Today, our grandfather Tally Adams, Jr. is listed in #TheState newspaper under the article "REMEMBERING 2011." This makes me proud!! We have a legacy to continue and a STRONG, INFLUENTIAL "name" to uphold!! I'm extremely thankful to have you guys, and I love you dearly. As we continue to grow by adding spouses and children to this legacy, I pray our bonds are strengthened and even more priceless memories are created together.
Although we may not all have the ADAMS last name (and some of us will eventually drop it upon marriage), we are obviously linked as first cousins. So when I used the term "name", what I really mean is the character and reputation that has been created through our grandparents and passed down to us through the examples set by our parents.
I've been labeled as Baby Adams, following in the steps of Mama Adams (Grandma) through singing and ministering in church. I thought it was cute when I was younger, having overlooked the weight behind it. I never really knew how much that "name" meant until after she passed. Singing took on a whole new meaning for me, and many of you know that for a time, I completely STOPPED!! You didn't hear a peep out of me unless someone was getting married or we were playing around at "the house". As time moved on, I learned to embrace the gifts I have and to carry on the legacy she established. It's a privilege to be offered the torch, but we don't have to accept it. Nor do we have to keep it lit... Ultimately it's our individual choice.
I'm choosing to take the torch, and with it, I am runniiiiin' (Forrest Gump voice)!! With the passing of both grandparents, the generations have been shifted. WE ARE OUR PARENTS!!! Scary?? I know. BUT we have each other, and what better time to bond and build legacies for the next generation than now?? This is OUR family. If we don't step up, there's no one else who will.
I'm teary-eyed writing this because I'm grateful. I realize just how blessed I am to have FAMILY that I'm not just related to but with which I have RELATIONSHIP!! I can't explain how honored I am to have you ALL in my life.
There's no better group of people for me to laugh, cry or cut a fool with, and I wouldn't trade you for the world. Despite how far apart we are spread across the WORLD, we always manage to bring it back to good ol' South Carolina, where we can escape and find strength in each other. :)
Don't forget to check out the article!!
http://m.thestate.com/state/db_/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=8N2xPrA7
Be you, be true...
'Tis but thy name that is my enemy;
Thou art thyself, though not a Montague.
What's Montague? it is nor hand, nor foot,
Nor arm, nor face, nor any other part
Belonging to a man. O, be some other name!
What's in a name? that which we call a rose
By any other name would smell as sweet;
So Romeo would, were he not Romeo call'd,
Retain that dear perfection which he owes
Without that title. Romeo, doff thy name,
And for that name which is no part of thee
Take all myself.
--William Shakespeare via Juliet Montague
Today, our grandfather Tally Adams, Jr. is listed in #TheState newspaper under the article "REMEMBERING 2011." This makes me proud!! We have a legacy to continue and a STRONG, INFLUENTIAL "name" to uphold!! I'm extremely thankful to have you guys, and I love you dearly. As we continue to grow by adding spouses and children to this legacy, I pray our bonds are strengthened and even more priceless memories are created together.
Although we may not all have the ADAMS last name (and some of us will eventually drop it upon marriage), we are obviously linked as first cousins. So when I used the term "name", what I really mean is the character and reputation that has been created through our grandparents and passed down to us through the examples set by our parents.
I've been labeled as Baby Adams, following in the steps of Mama Adams (Grandma) through singing and ministering in church. I thought it was cute when I was younger, having overlooked the weight behind it. I never really knew how much that "name" meant until after she passed. Singing took on a whole new meaning for me, and many of you know that for a time, I completely STOPPED!! You didn't hear a peep out of me unless someone was getting married or we were playing around at "the house". As time moved on, I learned to embrace the gifts I have and to carry on the legacy she established. It's a privilege to be offered the torch, but we don't have to accept it. Nor do we have to keep it lit... Ultimately it's our individual choice.
I'm choosing to take the torch, and with it, I am runniiiiin' (Forrest Gump voice)!! With the passing of both grandparents, the generations have been shifted. WE ARE OUR PARENTS!!! Scary?? I know. BUT we have each other, and what better time to bond and build legacies for the next generation than now?? This is OUR family. If we don't step up, there's no one else who will.
I'm teary-eyed writing this because I'm grateful. I realize just how blessed I am to have FAMILY that I'm not just related to but with which I have RELATIONSHIP!! I can't explain how honored I am to have you ALL in my life.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR:
brutal honesty, tough love, rug burns, encouragement, bullying, speeding tickets, butt whoopins, smiles, arguments, babies, near death experiences, phone calls, hugs, car accidents, opinions, rubber band bruises, food, deep conversations, support, fights, clothes, cards, advice, a plethora of incriminated unmentioned happenings, etc. I could go on all day...
There's no better group of people for me to laugh, cry or cut a fool with, and I wouldn't trade you for the world. Despite how far apart we are spread across the WORLD, we always manage to bring it back to good ol' South Carolina, where we can escape and find strength in each other. :)
Don't forget to check out the article!!
http://m.thestate.com/state/db_/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=8N2xPrA7
Be you, be true...
'Tis but thy name that is my enemy;
Thou art thyself, though not a Montague.
What's Montague? it is nor hand, nor foot,
Nor arm, nor face, nor any other part
Belonging to a man. O, be some other name!
What's in a name? that which we call a rose
By any other name would smell as sweet;
So Romeo would, were he not Romeo call'd,
Retain that dear perfection which he owes
Without that title. Romeo, doff thy name,
And for that name which is no part of thee
Take all myself.
--William Shakespeare via Juliet Montague
HAPPY NEW YEAR from Orlando
Believe me, it gets even BETTER!!
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Bare Naked Truth
Mommy has been encouraging me to become more transparent. Says it's freeing O_o I already don't like wearing clothes. How much more naked can I be???????
There's so much things to say right now. (Yes. You read that correctly. I typed it that way intentionally.) I'm almost uncertain as of where to start. The beginning you say? Uuuuugh...NO!! It's not that simple. To sum it all up, I'd say, "OK, LORD!!!!! I GET IT!!!! Geez!!" Get what, you ask. The fact that I need to show honest emotion. Ok, it's out... *rolls eyes and sighs* :) Aside from smaller spiritual nuggets (conversational confirmations), the issue at hand was brought to my attention on three (3) separate occasions.
Every morning, when I speak to the Twitter Nation, I send an encouraging word or food for thought (that I usually post to my wall on the Book of Faces as well). These brief statements are really personal reminders for me that I have chosen to share with others. (1) This morning, I read Friday's devotional, which was titled Showing Honest Emotion. (2) Yesterday I picked up The Power of a Praying Woman (after having put it down earlier this year), and the chapter that was next in my reading was titled, "Lord Set Me Free From Negative Emotions". (3) Last night, I had a heart to heart with Mommy about how much of a talker I AM NOT!! Surprised?? Allow me to clarify:
In so few words, Mommy told me I had a serious problem with appearing like I have it together all the time. Said I need to see a therapist and get rid of the facade. Otherwise, when I do choose to open up to someone, they may not realize just how much I hurt or need their help.
o_O *chirping crickets*
Ok, it wasn't THAT harsh, and she made no mention of a therapist. Actually it wasn't harsh at all, BUT because it's something I've been struggling with, it slapped me in the face rather hard. Her honesty was much needed, and I certainly appreciate it. I would not have received that information had I not opened up to her and been honest with my feelings. Lesson learned.
(Please don't read deeply into my above dramatization. I was a theatre major...remember?)
Moving right along...
We all get emotional. Anyone that believes he/she doesn't is not being honest with him/herself. Now THAT's a book for another lifetime. We all have feelings. Contrary to popular belief, we can't control them. However, we can control the way we REACT or RESPOND because of them. I'm learning to talk and express myself without being concerned about the reaction or response of the person with whom I am sharing. It's not fair for me to hinder the developmental process between me and another person, because I'm so concerned about saying "safe". I will admit that I'm guarded, because I want to be careful not be get burned (again). But let's be real. We're bound to get hurt. But I'm at a point in my life were I'd rather get hurt and move on than to have never had the opportunity to share my life with the closest friends I have yet to learn or meet. Bob Marley said it best:
I've said all this to liberate myself and perhaps help someone else struggling with expression. This post is not to start exposing myself or to become vulnerable to the world. It's the start of an extraction exercise to rid myself of negative emotions. If one can't accept you for you, count is as lost for them and a bullet you dodged. Think about it.
This is simply the Gospel According to Rhyan, which to some means nothing at all!! :D
Ok, sooooooo, yeah. I feel more NAKED now than I felt the time I went streaking in Central Park!! JUST KIDDING!!! (Grams: I have NEVER been streaking, ok?! PROMISE)
There's so much things to say right now. (Yes. You read that correctly. I typed it that way intentionally.) I'm almost uncertain as of where to start. The beginning you say? Uuuuugh...NO!! It's not that simple. To sum it all up, I'd say, "OK, LORD!!!!! I GET IT!!!! Geez!!" Get what, you ask. The fact that I need to show honest emotion. Ok, it's out... *rolls eyes and sighs* :) Aside from smaller spiritual nuggets (conversational confirmations), the issue at hand was brought to my attention on three (3) separate occasions.
Lauryn Hill - Bob Marley So Much Things to Say (Cover)
Every morning, when I speak to the Twitter Nation, I send an encouraging word or food for thought (that I usually post to my wall on the Book of Faces as well). These brief statements are really personal reminders for me that I have chosen to share with others. (1) This morning, I read Friday's devotional, which was titled Showing Honest Emotion. (2) Yesterday I picked up The Power of a Praying Woman (after having put it down earlier this year), and the chapter that was next in my reading was titled, "Lord Set Me Free From Negative Emotions". (3) Last night, I had a heart to heart with Mommy about how much of a talker I AM NOT!! Surprised?? Allow me to clarify:
I TALK...about the entertainment industry, things people can see (the tangible), debatable issues such as politics and scientific theories, reality shows, comedic references and anything that doesn't make me appear vulnerable. Many know that I have quite the presence in social media; and though strong, it doesn't scratch the surface of who I am inside. It's simply my stage. (After all, I am an entertainer.) Many actors fear exposing themselves before audiences. I don't. It brings about a sense of indirect emotional release for me, because I know the character I'm playing, although believable, is not my reality. Instead, it's my excuse to cut a fool and get away with it. LOL Method actors, on the other hand.......I'll save this for another blog post. ;)
I'm VERY sociable and outgoing. I LOVE PEOPLE, and I LOVE TO TALK WITH PEOPLE. However, when it comes down to how I really feel inside (that mushy gushy stuff, being hurt in the past or struggling to "do it right"), I rarely ever share. I don't deny my feelings. Nor am I one to say all is well when it's not. I simply repel inquiries by saying: "I'll be okay" or "I don't wanna talk about it," and retreat with hope that whatever it is blows over and eventually vanishes. A friend described it perfectly by saying I'm good at having long, surface conversations. :)
In so few words, Mommy told me I had a serious problem with appearing like I have it together all the time. Said I need to see a therapist and get rid of the facade. Otherwise, when I do choose to open up to someone, they may not realize just how much I hurt or need their help.
o_O *chirping crickets*
Ok, it wasn't THAT harsh, and she made no mention of a therapist. Actually it wasn't harsh at all, BUT because it's something I've been struggling with, it slapped me in the face rather hard. Her honesty was much needed, and I certainly appreciate it. I would not have received that information had I not opened up to her and been honest with my feelings. Lesson learned.
(Please don't read deeply into my above dramatization. I was a theatre major...remember?)
Moving right along...
We all get emotional. Anyone that believes he/she doesn't is not being honest with him/herself. Now THAT's a book for another lifetime. We all have feelings. Contrary to popular belief, we can't control them. However, we can control the way we REACT or RESPOND because of them. I'm learning to talk and express myself without being concerned about the reaction or response of the person with whom I am sharing. It's not fair for me to hinder the developmental process between me and another person, because I'm so concerned about saying "safe". I will admit that I'm guarded, because I want to be careful not be get burned (again). But let's be real. We're bound to get hurt. But I'm at a point in my life were I'd rather get hurt and move on than to have never had the opportunity to share my life with the closest friends I have yet to learn or meet. Bob Marley said it best:
“The truth is, everyone is going to hurt you.
You just got to find the ones worth suffering for.”
This is simply the Gospel According to Rhyan, which to some means nothing at all!! :D
Ok, sooooooo, yeah. I feel more NAKED now than I felt the time I went streaking in Central Park!! JUST KIDDING!!! (Grams: I have NEVER been streaking, ok?! PROMISE)
Be you; be true;
Carefree, not careless;
Laugh yourself to LIFE;
Listen with your heart. Love fearlessly
Pray about EVERYTHING
Live Deliberately
--RhyanMichele
Monday, December 5, 2011
NEWs ova Heah!!
WHOA!!! I'm slacking on my posts!!! **YIKES**
On November 1, 2011 I announced the publication of my new company:
Cineman Shots, Inc was developed to meet the developmental needs of entrepreneurs, playwrights and screenwriters. My daddy always said to me, "If no one will hire you, hire yourself." So that's what I did. I look forward to providing services to upcoming companies and writers. It brings me great pleasure to aid in making other people's business dreams a successful reality. For more information "LIKE" Cineman Shots on Facebook. www.facebook.com/cinemanshots
In other NEWs:
I'm proud to announce that BOBBY LEE BLOOD was a success ---> so much that we have been asked to present and encore performance next weekend. Soooo, having come off of a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving break with the family, back to the theatre I go. If you missed it the first time or loved it and want to see it again, join the cast at The Experience Christian Center in Orlando, FL for a FREE, yes FREE Admission performance at 6pm!! You won't want to miss the dynamic cast of 6, who never leave the stage and portray 15 different roles. For more information, visit www.sparkylentertainment.com
On November 1, 2011 I announced the publication of my new company:
Cineman Shots, Inc was developed to meet the developmental needs of entrepreneurs, playwrights and screenwriters. My daddy always said to me, "If no one will hire you, hire yourself." So that's what I did. I look forward to providing services to upcoming companies and writers. It brings me great pleasure to aid in making other people's business dreams a successful reality. For more information "LIKE" Cineman Shots on Facebook. www.facebook.com/cinemanshots
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In other NEWs:
I'm proud to announce that BOBBY LEE BLOOD was a success ---> so much that we have been asked to present and encore performance next weekend. Soooo, having come off of a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving break with the family, back to the theatre I go. If you missed it the first time or loved it and want to see it again, join the cast at The Experience Christian Center in Orlando, FL for a FREE, yes FREE Admission performance at 6pm!! You won't want to miss the dynamic cast of 6, who never leave the stage and portray 15 different roles. For more information, visit www.sparkylentertainment.com
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I've created an INSTAGRAM account!!!
Check it out. I've managed to capture some amazing shots during my day to day view of life...as I know it!! Join me!! Here are a few pictures that have been added.  |
| Under water? or GAS?! O_o |
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| The Staring Game |
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| Good ol' SC Eats!! |
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| “This was left on my car! Made my whole freakin' day :D” |
Sunday, October 23, 2011
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. :)
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.
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
Stay tuned for exclusive video footage from behind the scenes of Sweet Evalina as well as clips from our current rehearsals...
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!
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!!!
VISIT SPARKYL ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ONLINE!!!
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT!!
Thursday, October 20, 2011
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!!
TO WATCH THE LATEST EPISODE AND LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CAST AND CREW, VISIT www.miserablysingle.com OR CLICK ON THE LOGO BELOW.
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| 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 |
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| The C-LIVE Team |
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| Brandy Grant with her sisters |
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| Diana Lovell, Val, me & Debra Fox |
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| Artist/Composer Marcc Gregory |
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| Live music provided by Tony Wynn |
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| Val, Wayde Brown (actor) and me |
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| Contona Thomas (Producer) with Jonah Travick (Line Producer/Director of Photography/Editor) |
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| Scenes from Miserably Single Episode 1 |
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| Actor Wendell Kenny and me |
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| Jamie Andrews Chambers with Kaleesha "Kelz" Pullen (Event Coordinator) |
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| Director Tony Major with the Ladies of Miserably Single |
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| 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.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
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...
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