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Industry Talk with Connie Rotella

Industry Talk with Connie Rotella

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Welcome to Industry Talk with host, Connie Rotella.
Every week we bring you a new topic based on strengthening your career within the Arts Industry to learn something new or be reminded on how to be consistent with the work you want to showcase within the business.

We are here to give you the constant support you need to make your dream career come to life even more.

A reminder of your fullest potential is only a listen away!
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Ep3 - A Talk with Award Winning Director Sergine Dumais

Industry Talk with Connie RotellaNov 22, 2021

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Ep.50- In the zone with Alexandra "Spicey" Landé

Ep.50- In the zone with Alexandra "Spicey" Landé

Alexandra ‘Spicey’ Landé is a Montreal choreographer, dancer, and instructor with more than 20 years experience, 10 of which were devoted to choreography. A major player on the Québec Hip-Hop dance scene, her passion for the art form was born in the 80’s when she was but a girl. The renowned Bust A Move Festival (2005-2015) was founded and created by Alexandra—a great event in urban/street dance in Canada. At the close of 2015, she founded Ebnfloh Dance Company whose mission continues to be to create, produce, and showcase inspired, authentic, and ground-breaking works, and to promote original choreographic language that is essentially rooted in Hip-Hop. The symbiotic relationship between both the language of her work, and her very creations constitute the essence of her artistic signature.

May 08, 202351:13
Ep. 49- Preparation meets opportunity with Katrine Hurtubise

Ep. 49- Preparation meets opportunity with Katrine Hurtubise

Katrine started in post-production 25 years ago and then moved to an agency where she first worked as an assistant but quickly became a junior agent.  Under the guidance of her mentor, she started building her own roster and continued learning the quirks of the industry and then, almost 18 years ago, she opened her own company.  Having studied in production, dabbled in radio and then worked in animation, dubbing and other spheres of post-production – becoming an agent seemed like the perfect way to unite all those realities.  And she wanted to do it in both languages!

 

Guiding actors to craft their career path, to learn the business of acting and to present their best self is all part of what she loves.

 

She truly feels that this career chose her as much as she chose it !

 

Apr 26, 202340:49
Ep. 48- Living the dream with Nicole Raviv

Ep. 48- Living the dream with Nicole Raviv

Nicole Raviv is an international musical artist. A trilingual singer, songwriter and actress, she has performed globally in English, French, Hebrew, and Arabic. Raviv was born in Montreal, Canada to a Romanian mother and Moroccan father who immigrated from Israel. Raised in a multicultural household, she began training at McGill University's conservatory of music. Raviv moved to New York City, where she studied at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) and graduated with a Bachelor in Fine Arts (BFA) from The New School University in Musical Theatre. Nicole works with Grammy-award winning musicians and producers from around the world. Her current success has been attributed to her viral rendition of the National Anthem during 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs for the New York Islanders hockey team. She is also a guest singer for major New York Sports (NHL, NBA, NFL, MLS) at Barclays Center, Metlife Stadium, Redbull Arena, Nassau Coliseum and UBS Arena. After making Aliyah to Israel, Raviv has incorporated original world music representing the discovery journey she is on; blending traditional Middle Eastern roots with the Western modern world creating a universal message of peace and cultural unity. 

Apr 26, 202343:17
Ep. 47- The fire within with Jonathan Beaudoin (Production Designer and Artistic Director)

Ep. 47- The fire within with Jonathan Beaudoin (Production Designer and Artistic Director)

From a dance background, Jonathan is a production designer with clear concepts and bold aesthetics seeking new challenges and collaborations. He has collaborated in more than 50 productions of theatre, circus, dance, parades, films, and live events which he was nominated for a Broadway World Award. His work showcases a wide variety of visual aspects of a performance, combining set, wardrobe, lighting, props, and puppetry. His eye for seeing the bigger picture and his attention to details brought work from across the globe such as Cirque du Soleil, Multicolore, CBS Television Studios, Citadel Theatre, Catalyst Theatre and many others.

Apr 26, 202336:31
Ep 46- La danse avec Stéphanie Decourteille

Ep 46- La danse avec Stéphanie Decourteille


Formée professionnellement en ballet et en danse contemporaine, Stéphanie compte plus de 25 années de carrière autant à titre d’interprète et chorégraphe que de pédagogue et formatrice en danse contemporaine. Les artistes Andrej Glegolski, Robert Lepage, Bruno Agati, Kader Attou, Corinne Lanselle et Manon Barbeau font notamment appel à elle. Vertiges, son premier solo et court-métrage de danse lui valent la reconnaissance de ses pairs. Depuis 2010, elle accompagne artistes professionnel.le.s et amat.eur.rice.s en offrant à Montréal et à l’international des classes de maîtres ainsi que des classes d’entrainement et de perfectionnement. Depuis janvier 2018, avec BIG BANG, une formation intensive en danse contemporaine, Stéphanie accueille des artistes désireu.x.ses d’approfondir et d’enrichir leurs acquis corporels et expressifs.

Apr 13, 202341:09
Ep 45- Living from your passion with professional dancers Christian Millette and Denitsa Ikomonova

Ep 45- Living from your passion with professional dancers Christian Millette and Denitsa Ikomonova

Denitsa Ikonomova et Christian Millette partagent bien plus que la danse. Amis depuis de nombreuses années, ils dansent partout ensemble sur des gros contrats de télévision.

Mar 27, 202301:04:31
Ep 44- Intimacy/ Trauma/ Pronouns with Stephanie Breton

Ep 44- Intimacy/ Trauma/ Pronouns with Stephanie Breton

Stephanie’s favorite Intimacy Coordinating credits include :  the tv series The Recruit (Netflix) and 3Pines (Amazon), the movie Disappointment BLVD (Dir:Ari Aster) , Lignes de Fuite (Réal: Myriam Bouchard/Catherine Chabot) and Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Theatre Français de Toronto). Since 2018, she’s put in over 100 hours of training as an Intimacy Professional. For the stage with various teachers at IDC (Intimacy Directors and Coordinators) and since 2021 with ICC (Intimacy Coordinators Canada). She is a bilingual actor (ACTRA/UDA/CAEA member) that has been working for over 20 years in countless productions: on screen, in theatre and in video games . She’s directed over a dozen theatre productions, both in French and English, has experience as a dramaturg and as co-artistic director of a festival of short plays. She was also a figure skating coach and choreographer for almost 20 years and teaching Intimacy for the stage and screen is really a passion of hers. 

Mar 21, 202354:57
Ep43 - How to use your voice to communicate better with David Tyler
Mar 13, 202338:33
Ep42 - Plan A with Isabelle Giroux

Ep42 - Plan A with Isabelle Giroux

Originally from Trois-Rivières, Isabelle Giroux is an alumni of the music program at Cégep de Drummondville, in Quebec, where she studied with renowned singer Johanne Blouin. She also graduated from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Los Angeles, where she studied Musical Theatre and Cinema, as well as perfected her American accent.

Isabelle can't get enough of the show business. She's got energy and more than one trick in her bag. You will get to see more of her, either in movies, on tv, on stage, in short film festivals, in commercials, and even behind the camera.

Mar 07, 202337:09
Ep41 - Tony Marinaro on Industry Talk

Ep41 - Tony Marinaro on Industry Talk

Tony Marinaro is one of Canada's top sports personalities and host of The Sick Podcast.
In 1995, Tony got his first taste of radio, when Pino Asaro former GM of The Montreal Impact, asked Tony to help him out on a radio show that he was hosting on Sunday nights on CFMB. Tony, loved it and continued to call in to sports radio shows and continued to knock on doors.
In 2002, The Team 990 wanted to have a Montreal Canadiens Postgame show. Then GM Wayne Bews asked Tony to host the show, which Tony did. A month later, Wayne asked Tony if he could also host a Montreal Canadiens Pregame Show, which he did. For four months, Tony was hosting two shows on a volunteer basis. At that point, The Team 990 decided to have an Afternoon Drive Show. Tony, was one of 8 people to audition. The audition went well, so much so that Tony was hired along with Joey Elias as The Afternoon Drive which hit the air January 06, 2003. Tony, cohosted the Drive for two and a half years and then cohosted The Morning Show for another two and half years.
In 2008, Tony was given the opportunity to host his own show, which he named The Montreal Forum. Tony Marinaro, is still very passionate about sports and he calls it like it is. Tony, asks questions some don’t dare to ask, which has earned him a loyal following and much respect by everyone.
Feb 20, 202342:38
Ep40 - Stage Combat and Mocap with Shawn Baichoo

Ep40 - Stage Combat and Mocap with Shawn Baichoo

Shawn has been acting professionally for almost 25 years, having worked in television, film, theatre, fight choreography, stunts, animation, and dubbing. He is especially prolific in the field of video games, having played Wrench in the popular Watchdogs series, Lion in Rainbow Six: Siege, the protagonists in both Outlast and Outlast 2, numerous characters in the Assassin's Creed franchise, and countless other roles in over 60 games.
Feb 14, 202346:06
Ep39 - Come in the Room With Your Personality with Casting Director Maxime Giroux

Ep39 - Come in the Room With Your Personality with Casting Director Maxime Giroux

Maxime Giroux has more than 20 years of experience casting in French and in English. Commercials, features, web series, and television shows, they like to work in all spheres to make you discover the talent that you need.

Maxime Giroux possède plus de 20 ans d’expérience en casting autant en français qu’en anglais. Alternant entres les campagnes publicitaires, les long-métrages et les séries télévisées, ils aiment toucher à toutes les sphères pour vous faire découvrir le talent que vous recherchez.

Feb 06, 202350:06
Ep38 - No More Excuses, Let’s Start with Nir Guzinski

Ep38 - No More Excuses, Let’s Start with Nir Guzinski

Always a dreamer, Nir began his career in the spotlight as a young boy making impersonations and skits in front of his family during the holidays and reunions, with aspirations of being on the big screen and on stage in front of large audiences.

With appearances on NBC's hit hospital drama "Transplant", Nickelodeon's "Snow Day", "Misanthrope" starring Shailene Woodley & Ben Mendelsohn, Bravo’s “19-2” and the CBC’s “This Life”, along with numerous independent productions, Nir has come a long way since his memorable holiday performances in his living room as a child.

​Over the past 14 years, Nir has been a part of numerous plays with Brave New Productions, from one of his most challenging roles (Aaron McKinney) in the Laramie Project: 10 years later, to Yazmina Reza’s ART, to the META nominated Ensemble cast of 33 Variations by Moises Kaufman. He has also helped direct and produce several of BNP’s productions (Mistakes Were Made, Sylvia, and the upcoming Vanya and Sonya and Masha and Spike), as well as an 8 episode webseries called "This is Gus", which he self-produced, wrote, edited and acted in.

Nir also founded “Nearly Funny”, an online Sketch comedy show that can be viewed on most Social Media platforms, with a mission to make people laugh and provide Montreal actors with a creative space/community to perform and tell some fun stories. With over 500 sketches and 200K followers, across all platforms, there is "nearly" enough funny to go around!

With a strong belief in hard work and training, he continues to develop and hone his craft by attending workshops, learning new techniques and continuously performing, whenever and wherever he can.

Jan 30, 202301:06:03
Ep37 - Never Give Up with Sandy Martinez

Ep37 - Never Give Up with Sandy Martinez

Martinez Creative Management Talent Agency

Fondée en 2001, MCM est une agence de gérance où nous nous associons à nos artistes à plusieurs niveaux. Nous mettons toutes les chances de nôtre côté en mariant leurs multiples talents respectifs et en apportant à leur carrière une vision claire, une ligne directrice ainsi qu'une gestion de leur image qui reflète leur personnalité, leur passion et leur buts.

​Nous sommes très actifs et créatifs non seulement dans notre façon de choisir des rôles qui seront marquants pour leur carrière mais aussi en créant avec eux des projets qui leur ressemblent.

Jan 23, 202331:12
Ep36 - Just Be with Felicia Shulman

Ep36 - Just Be with Felicia Shulman

Follow your Bliss. What turns you on. What makes you and your body feel alive and empowered! Start noticing what and who sucks that from you in your life. Is it too many screens? People who don’t encourage and truly unconditionally support you….. Notice. Become aware and make a new choice.
Like nature, we, our bodies, the industry, life, is ALWAYS changing. So nothing, not even the slow times or hard times will stay the same, they are sure to change, just as the seasons do. So in the meantime, why not make choices that uplift and empower you?

Two quotes from two beloved acting coaches: Warren Robertson used to say," if it ain’t fun….RUN!” and a coach from Women In The Director’s chair at the Banff School Of Fine Art’s, I hold dear every day: "There will always be a role with your name on it.”

 
"So, why not be you? Everyone else is taken" from Oscar Wilde.

Felicia is passionate about moving and telling stories; that started at the ripe old age of three when she saw her first play and became hooked. By the age of six she began studying and performing on stage. Born and raised in Montreal with the spirit of a gypsy, she left her home at seventeen and has studied, traveled, lived and worked all over Canada, the U.S., the Middle East, the Caribbean and Europe. Felicia's mom wanted her to be a lawyer. Felicia's dad wanted her to be a nightclub singer. Felicia's passion for the arts won out. She left her pre-law studies part way through university and never looked back. Despite her appetite for travel and adventure, Felicia surprised herself by returning to her hometown in 2000; where she now enjoys performing in English and French in film, television, and her first love, theatre and musical theatre. She also lends her voice to countless T.V. and radio adds, narration, video games and cartoons. When Felicia's not moving people with her performances she moves them with her body, as a certified personal trainer, aqua fit, aqua yoga, yoga, Nia black belt and groove facilitator.

Jan 12, 202356:49
Ep35 - Own Who You Are with Daniel Murphy

Ep35 - Own Who You Are with Daniel Murphy

Daniel Murphy is a Canadian actor and singer-songwriter. As an experienced triple-threat with a passion for storytelling, Daniel has been sharing his remarkable talent with the Canadian entertainment industry for over 20 years. Daniel began his career at the Stratford Festival in the productions of “West Side Story” and “Dracula”, and later played Gilbert Blythe in the production of “Anne of Green Gables” at the Charlottetown Festival. He went on to perform in the stage run of “Chicago” in both Montréal and Paris, performing alongside the rest of the cast at the Cesar’s award ceremony in France. As a screen actor, Daniel has been involved in many large-scale projects for film and television, including “The Ninth” on CBC Gem and television programs and movies like “Heritage Minute Canada” and “Prescription for Danger”. He recently appeared in “Toute Les Deux”, an LGBTQ+-focused film that screened at the Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival in 2021. In 2022, Daniel joined the cast of the highly-anticipated Amazon Prime series, “Three Pines”, Incendo’s “The Christmas Checklist” Parts 1 &2, and starred in the Segal Centre’s production of “April Fools”. To learn more about Daniel, click here.

SOCIAL LINKS:
Instagram: @danielmurphyartist
Twitter: @michaelmurphymu
Facebook: @Daniel Murphy

Jan 09, 202332:22
Ep34 - Meeting Each Opportunity with Elyzabeth Diaga

Ep34 - Meeting Each Opportunity with Elyzabeth Diaga

Daughter of Canadian soprano Nicole Lorange and Spanish sculptor Kieff Grediaga, Elyzabeth discovers her passion for the stage at a very young age. Indeed, singing, dancing, acting and traveling around the world are part of her day-to-day life. This lifestyle draws a very unusual path for her…



Despite a classical music influence at home, it is her rebellious side that will push Elyzabeth towards rock music when she sees Pat Benatar’s first video on MTV during a trip to New York where mother was singing at the Metropolitan Opera. She later discovers that she has this in common with the singer as she, also, had a singer mom.

 This style allows her a greater freedom of expression and after playing in a student musical when she was 17, participating in various cover bands at age 18, she starts her quest to conquer the large Quebec bar scene with her own band Dizzy Miss Lizzy, singing the best rock & top 40 hits.



In 2010, she envisions the creation of her own ONE WOMAN SHOW to pay tribute to the great female icons who revolutionized the world of rock of the last four decades and it is in 2012 that the QoR adventure begins with the collaboration of two important sponsors Claude de Grandpré of the THC & Mario Gauthier of Media Musique.
 

In 2013, Queens of Rock comes to life on the stage of The Hector-Charland Theater in L’Assomption, Quebec  in front of a full house. The Canadian promotional video was actually filmed during this premiere. 

In 2014, after attending one of the shows, Mister Gilles Beaulieu of Chrysalide Productions joins the QoR team as co-producer and promoter of the show and already envisions the exportation of Queens of Rock to Las Vegas. 

 In 2020, Elyzabeth takes the stage of La Voix 8 and impresses the coaches while driving the crowd wild as she interprets her electifying rendition of Heart's Crazy on You.

QUEENS OF ROCK is presently holding a residency at THE MOSAIC ON THE STRIP IN LAS VEGAS.

Dec 05, 202250:41
Ep33 - Dreams Do Come True w/Nathalie Bonin

Ep33 - Dreams Do Come True w/Nathalie Bonin

Nathalie Bonin is a composer and violinist from Montreal, Canada now based in Los Angeles.

Composer and Solo Violinist for the Grammy Winning “Women Warriors: The Voices of Change” soundtrack, her most recent album “Queen of Hearts” received multiple accolades including a Nomination from the Music+Sound Award for “Best Use of Production Music in a TV Trailer”, the HMMA Award for “Instrumental” category for her piece “Euphoria”and the Mark Award for “Classical Track of the Year” with “Arrival of the Princess” that was featured on Netflix “Bridgerton” season 2 Finale. Nathalie has scored the music for numerous movies, short films, and television series as well as theme songs and soundtracks for worldwide audiences including NBC “New Amsterdam”, CBS “Good Sam” (trailer), AppleTV+ “The Oprah Conversations”, Hallmark, Showtime, and numerous other networks.

Concertmaster of La Voix TVA (The Voice) in Montreal for 8 years, she has been a featured violinist with Wynton Marsalis, Ted Nash and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra as well as performed or recorded with: Stevie Wonder, Luciano Pavarotti, Chance The Rapper, YES, Cirque du Soleil, DeadMau5, Alan Parsons, Peter Cetera, Charles Aznavour, Gino Vannelli, Moist and Bran Van 3000. She recently premiered 2 violin concertos by Quinsin Nachoff and Jairo Duarte-Lopez.

Nathalie holds dual citizenship (USA/CANADA) and is Founder and Owner of Kinémuse Productions inc. in Montréal, Canada since 2015.

Nov 28, 202250:32
Ep32 - A Dream Turned Reality with Travis Cormier

Ep32 - A Dream Turned Reality with Travis Cormier

In this episode, we're joined by Travis Cormier! Travis shares with us his step-by-step journey on how he turned his passion into an international career.  A dream that turned into reality! 

He discovered the secret and followed his heart which led him to meet the right industry artists who inspired him to become the artist he is now.

Travis released his first album Dollars & Hearts in 2018. Produced by Bob Rock (Metallica, Mötley Crüe, Bon Jovi) and recorded at the Warehouse Studio in Vancouver, the album reached over 400,000 streams on Spotify. That same year, Travis had another career milestone when he opened for Bon Jovi at a sold-out concert at the Bell Centre in Montreal.

In November 2021, Travis released "Where's Time Gone"; a 5-song mini-album.

Travis is currently playing the leading role of Strat in the Las Vegas production of Jim Steinman's Bat Out of Hell The Musical!


Nov 21, 202201:02:06
Ep31 - For the Love of TAP with Travis Knights

Ep31 - For the Love of TAP with Travis Knights

Tap Dancer. Performer. Choreographer. Speaker. Believer.  Montreal native Travis Knights is realizing his dreams, pounding rhythms on wood floors all over the world. His talent and dedication have earned him audiences in Shanghai, Dusseldorf, Paris, New York, and Vancouver to name a few.

His career started in 2000, when he was cast as a principal dancer in the motion picture biography of Bill 'Bojangles' Robinson with Gregory Hines and Savion Glover.  The film, entitled 'Bojangles' was choreographed by the legendary Henry LeTang.

In 2006, he was tapped to be the principal dancer in the video game adaptation of Warner Brother's 'Happy Feet'.  In 2007 and 2008, Travis participated extensively as a Tap Dance consultant for Cirque du Soleil.  Since then, he has performed in Tandem Act Productions' 'Diary of a Tap Dancer' at the Apollo Theatre, and the touring show 'Wonderland: A Tap Tribute to Stevie Wonder', created by Ayodele Casel and Sarah Savelli.

He was a featured Tap Dancer in the Opening Ceremonies to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver. In the same year he toured North America with the raucous and rowdy internationally acclaimed Australian Tap Dance show, Tap Dogs.

From 2010 to 2013, Travis jumped into the dance company world as a principal dancer with Tapestry Dance Company in Austin, Texas.  During his time there he was awarded the Austin Critic's Table Award for best dance artist in 2011 and 2013.  In 2014, he embarked on a self-produced world tour, filming his web series entitled ’The Interviews' featuring celebrated pioneers in the tap dance world.  He recently debuted new works in Thomas Marek's show NOLA in Hamburg, Germany.

He currently lives in Brampton, Ontario and hosts a weekly podcast  (The Tap Love Tour Podcast, subscribe and download on itunes) featuring interviews of a myriad of inspiring artists. Travis is currently developing an original full length work commissioned by Soulpepper as a part of Project Imagination, Canada’s largest theatre commissioning project of new work by Canadian artists.  Look out for him, because the best is yet to come.

Nov 14, 202245:30
Ep30 - Is the Industry Making You Happy?

Ep30 - Is the Industry Making You Happy?

On this episode, we're joined by Jeff Dimitriou. Megahouse Industry choreographer, director, and artist Jeff Dimitriou, is renowned for the energy and passion he instills within and around artistic projects that include Film, Television, World Ceremonies, Theatre, Live events, and Art Installations.

Jeff is co-creator of 4 original shows currently being rehearsed with Creativiva, for Sandals Beaches Resort in the Turks & Caico’s, as well as a JDX original creation titled “SOZO”, which premiered at the Hillside Beach Club in Turkey for a 3 year permanent residency, with a world tour in the the development stages.  Jeff also choreographed the World & Canadian National Tour of Return to Grace, and is also the stage director and choreographer on the North American touring show The 60’s Experience.

Recently, Jeff had a busy fall, Choreographing the new film version of Anne of Green Gables, choreography that was featured on the Netflix hit Degrassi, choreographer of Footloose and Mamma Mia, a national art installation campaign for BMO & Cineplex, A Middle Eastern Tour of the stage musical Cinderella, and also choreographed the Opening Piece for the 2016 Cultural Architect Awards.

Jeff’s film & Television work includes: The L.A. Complex (CW Network), Come Dance With Me (Hallmark/CTV), Warehouse 13 (Syfy Network), Carrie, Hallmark hit ‘Cowboy for Christmas, Emmy Award winning Odd Squad, Lucky Seven, Hemlock Grove, and has been the resident choreographer for Degrassi (Netflix) for over 8 seasons and 25 episodes.

Other choreography credits include: Associate Choreographer on the CW’s: Hellcats, Sucker Punch (Warner Bros), So You Think You Can Dance Canada, Twilight: Breaking Dawn Saga, Human Target, and Girl Walks Into a Bar. Jeff was also part of the choreography team which worked on the feature film Mirror, Mirror starring Oscar Winner - Julia Roberts and Tony Winner - Nathan Lane, Imaginary Mary, and The Magicians.

Nov 08, 202250:00
Ep29 - International Show Creator Nathalie Yves Gaulthier: Discovering Talent and Accompanying Them in the Business

Ep29 - International Show Creator Nathalie Yves Gaulthier: Discovering Talent and Accompanying Them in the Business

Born in a small fishing village in Gaspe, Quebec, then raised in Iqaluit, N.W.T, Nathalie Yves Gaulthier spent most of her childhood a blonde-green eyed minority raised amongst Inuits/(Eskimos). By age 10, she was fluent in her native French, Inuit, then English. 

She wrote her first play at age 7 “Blue Christmas”, and was featured on CBC radio as a young upcoming writer and director. From ages 10 to her 20s, Nathalie was a known face in the Quebec Television world, appearing as a regular on numerous TV series and singing on children’s records. She had several lead roles in English films and guest stared on numerous US television series. During this time, she was also a competitive gymnast, studied aerial/circus arts and won national Public speaking contests across Canada, in her third language!

Nathalie began her first kids' talent agency when she herself was just a kid at 15 years old. Her clients went on to be Emmy and Oscar nominated actors and film makers, to international humanitarians and dance school owners like herself. Her years of working with kids, pushing them hard, believing in them, yet demanding their absolute best at all times was the key to help them achieve their dreams

She moved to Los Angeles in 1997 as the first Canadian agent to ever open offices in the US while simultaneously operating Canadian offices as well. She launched numerous young stars in Hollywood shortly thereafter and has been known as “the kid it girl” in the entertainment industry ever since.

In recent years, Nat has been making a difference with her inspirational children's programs. She opened Le Studio LA in 2010 with a vision to inspire youths and utilize their gifts to make the world a better place. The professional team, Le Petit CiRqUe®, is the world's only all-kid humanitarian cirque company and has mesmerized numerous audiences worldwide with their talents. Nat believes in fostering programs for today's youth in order to give them a supportive environment in which to thrive and be themselves, while spreading the message of love, kindness and understanding.

Oct 31, 202253:58
Ep28 - The Business Side of Acting with Adam Reid

Ep28 - The Business Side of Acting with Adam Reid

Today, we're joined by Adam Reid; Award-Winning Fluently Bilingual Master Of Ceremonies, Producer and Actor Of Change. Adam has hosted hundreds of events, shows, and galas for brands across North America. His passion for personal growth, alongside his life achievements, has positioned him as an impactful keynote speaker. His talk “REIDFrame Your Mind. REIDFrame your Life” will leave audiences feeling empowered to see the world through clearer lenses. The goal?  To equip you with the tools to identify where change is needed in your daily life and how to take action today.

Adam was also the head of production of original content at Goalcast, the leaders in online empowerment empowering people worldwide to “LIVE THE IMPOSSIBLE” Adam is a mentor, and public speaking coach for executives and their teams, nonprofit leaders and rising stars. He’s an author, mental health advocate, proud father of three and self-made actor of change. Committed to reframing the lives of those around him for the better.

Oct 24, 202248:45
Ep27 - Why Should Creatives Train In Improvisation?

Ep27 - Why Should Creatives Train In Improvisation?

In the episode, we are joined by Anik Matern! 

Anik Matern is a professional actor and an acting teacher/trainer/coach and has been, for almost 40 years. As an actress, she has lent her voice to numerous cartoon characters, has played in a dozen commercials, and feature films, including series regular roles in two television series aimed at young audiences; ‘Back to Sherwood’ and ‘Space Cases’. 

As a teacher/trainer, Anik was also the Founder and Artistic Director of a private training ground for young, aspiring actors named, ‘Dynamic Theater Factory’ from 1998- 2011. DTF garnered in 2010, a ‘Community Builder Award’ from ACTRA Montreal, in recognition of its outstanding contribution to the acting industry.

Oct 17, 202241:55
Ep26 - Clarie Jacques on Winning her First Prix Gemeaux

Ep26 - Clarie Jacques on Winning her First Prix Gemeaux

Learn Claire’s secret on how she made it to winning an award! Listen until the very end. Her journey is just like yours and mine.

Oct 03, 202255:36
Ep25 - The Next Generation of Artists w/Alessandro Gabrielli

Ep25 - The Next Generation of Artists w/Alessandro Gabrielli

Special Bonus episode!

Living from passion: Mother and Son interview. On this episode, I interview my son Alessandro Gabrielli on his passion and artistic path.

He speaks about how he views the journey ahead and what his interests are. A must-listen for all teens that want to hear the real talk behind the scenes.

The next generation of Artists is evolving and becoming the next best version of themselves with the help of a healthy supportive environment and professional surroundings.

May 09, 202201:00:05
Ep24 - The Audition Room w/ Victoria Sanchez

Ep24 - The Audition Room w/ Victoria Sanchez

Meet the wonderful Victoria Sanchez and listen to how she got started in the business and what she did in the audition room to book her first roles in TV series and film.

Her instinct to show up super ready and confident to auditions got her the job time and time again. The time spent at home to prepare is an actor's job and it worked out really well for Victoria for years.

May 02, 202245:42
Ep23 - Meet Ice Dance Choreographer, Marie-France Dubreuil

Ep23 - Meet Ice Dance Choreographer, Marie-France Dubreuil

To be the best you can be, listen to the choreographer behind the Olympic Champions of Ice Dance. Marie-France Dubreuil is a Canadian ice dancing coach and former competitor. With her husband Patrice Lauzon, she is a two-time World silver medallist.


"Show up as the champion you are," says, Marie-France Dubreuil. On this episode of Industry Talk, she shares the mindset behind all the wins.

Apr 25, 202228:59
Ep22 - The Heart is At the Center of Who We Are w/Jean-Jacques Pillet

Ep22 - The Heart is At the Center of Who We Are w/Jean-Jacques Pillet

Enjoy this heart-to-heart talk with Jean-Jacques Pillet. Take the time to feel and bring everything back to where it all starts.

Apr 11, 202240:14
Ep21 - Showing Up with your Full Potential w/Emilie Josset

Ep21 - Showing Up with your Full Potential w/Emilie Josset

Notre tour premier podcast en français avec la merveilleuse Emilie Josset!

Une bonne préparation, c’est la clé pour des auditions solides et détendues. On écoute Emilie parler de l’analyse de texte qui est au coeur de ce processus.

Apr 04, 202225:29
Ep20 - Get Audition Ready with Chris Barillaro and Jonathan Patterson

Ep20 - Get Audition Ready with Chris Barillaro and Jonathan Patterson

Are YOU audition-ready?

Do you feel vocally prepared to show up to a musical theatre audition?

Do you know what to bring into the room and how to approach the pianist or musical director?

In this episode, join Musical Director Chris Barillaro and Jonathan Patterson, Head of Music at the National Theatre School of Canada, on what they have to say about preparing for auditions.

Mar 28, 202223:40
Ep19 - From Being Artists to Writing and Producing their First TV Show w/Aiza & Kamana Ntibarikure (Real Blackity Talk)

Ep19 - From Being Artists to Writing and Producing their First TV Show w/Aiza & Kamana Ntibarikure (Real Blackity Talk)

The ground-breaking Docu-Series, hosted by sisters Aiza and Kamana Ntibarikure. The Show explores the voices of Black Women and non-binary Black people.

Aiza and Kamana are always ready to spill the tea or share a little behind-the-scenes anecdote about their personal lives. Likewise, as two natural performers with remarkable synergy, they are always ready to break into a song or skit to punctuate their stories. Real Blackity Talk is a love letter to Black Canadians. "We’re not being fully represented on screen, so we decided to create a series that we’ve always longed to see: An unapologetically funny show full of amazing Black people and compelling stories.” says creators and hosts Aiza and Kamana Ntibarikure. “Expect to laugh. Expect to learn a lil’ something. Expect to feel empowered." Ultimately, Real Blackity Talk is a necessary addition to the Canadian media landscape, not just for the Black community, but for anyone looking for fresh new voices and faces to cover topics that are universal to all of us.

Mar 21, 202223:06
Ep18 - From Working as a Professional in the Industry to Giving Back as a Drama Therapist w/Todd Hunter

Ep18 - From Working as a Professional in the Industry to Giving Back as a Drama Therapist w/Todd Hunter

Mindfulness is what we should bring into our everyday life. Todd shares with us how to move forward in your life by being in the present moment and knowing how to deal with all your emotions and life events.

Are you ready to feel free and open your heart?

Take a listen to his words of wisdom.

Mar 14, 202253:45
Ep17 - Industry Talk with Actor Kareem Alleyne

Ep17 - Industry Talk with Actor Kareem Alleyne

How does it feel to be an actor in today's world? What do you do to stay in shape physically and mentally for the industry?

Kareem is a hard-working actor. He takes his training skills to the next level by always showing up and being ready for everything. He has so much to offer, only time is preparing him for what's to come. His energy and smile are contagious and he shares a lot about his process in this industry. Meet actor Kareem Alleyne!

Mar 07, 202242:28
Ep16 - A Talk with Casting Director Jessica Greenberg from Greenberg Casting

Ep16 - A Talk with Casting Director Jessica Greenberg from Greenberg Casting

Welcome to Season 2 of Industry Talk! We kick off the season with a super informative episode about casting with our wonderful guest, Jessica Greenberg from Greenberg Casting!

Feb 28, 202236:19
Ep15 - How to Strive in the Industry with Kim Richardson

Ep15 - How to Strive in the Industry with Kim Richardson

We end Season One with the incredible Kim Richardson!

Montreal fell in love with her voice and here she is to share her journey and how Montreal became her new home. Listen and see how one show in Montreal changed her trajectory and how accepted her with open arms.

The public loved her from day one and we are happy to have her with us on Industry Talk.

Feb 21, 202249:34
Ep14 - Industry Talk with Barnev Valsaint

Ep14 - Industry Talk with Barnev Valsaint

Artist, singer and songwriter Barnev Valsaint joins us this week on Industry Talk sharing his journey from his number one hit song with the hip hop group Dubmatique on their hit ''Soul Pleureur''. The success of this song is historical because it launched Quebec's hip hop! Barnev has also been working and touring with the legendary Celine Dion for the past 20 years. Now he is getting ready to launch his first solo album this summer.

The stars were always aligned for Barnev. He shares with us his story on the process and journey that brought him to many different places around the world. He is so grateful for all the connections and opportunities. His love for music is unstoppable!

Feb 14, 202236:25
Ep13 - Industry talk with Songwriter and Producer, Albert Chambers
Feb 07, 202238:32
Ep12 - Industry Talk with Breaking the Curtain

Ep12 - Industry Talk with Breaking the Curtain

Go get your greatness with Entrepreneur, Director and Consultant Connie Rotella!

Get to know our program director more with this interview created by Breaking the Curtain, two academy artists that took action and created a theatre podcast that has reached over 14K listeners around the world.

Connie is always open to sharing her story on the 'HOW TO GET IT DONE.' When you show up to your life and dreams then passion leads the way to your own greatness and doors open without you having to wait for someone to do it for you. You're in flow with what you love to do and then you attract from that space. You allow yourself to become the person you envision to be.

Jan 31, 202245:22
Ep11 - The Life of A Working Actress with Tatiana Turner

Ep11 - The Life of A Working Actress with Tatiana Turner

Here’s a hard-working actress living the American dream. She started off being a dancer and going to theatre school in Montréal, then went on to move to Vancouver and landed in LA where she is living from her acting career.

It takes a lot of work and determination for one to believe in themselves and make it all happen.

If this is your dream you will see how Tatiana made it to Hollywood where she is living from her passion.

Enjoy the interview!

Jan 24, 202223:39
Ep10 - A Conversation with Terra C Macleod

Ep10 - A Conversation with Terra C Macleod

You want to work on Broadway and audition in NYC? Tune in and see how you can make it, too! From schooling to training, to touring - Terra C Macleod speaks about her journey as a Triple Threat Artist.

Jan 17, 202216:24
Ep9 - Industry Talk with Casting Director/ Choreographer/ Coach Rick Tjia

Ep9 - Industry Talk with Casting Director/ Choreographer/ Coach Rick Tjia

Dancers: open your ears and start training right for your career. Everything you need to know or learn about dance is right here in this truthful conversation with Rick Tjia.

Do you want to turn your passion into a long lasting career and be respected for your technique and skills? Research where to find what you need to make this work the best way for you!

Jan 10, 202247:17
Ep8 - Creativity talk with Jean-Jacques Pillet

Ep8 - Creativity talk with Jean-Jacques Pillet

Starting the new year with a creativity talk with Jean- Jacques Pillet. What will you do with your creativity and how will you materialize this energy?The expansion on your creativity. The awakening of creativity. The process of creativity...

Jan 03, 202224:03
Ep7 - The Voice World with Dawn Ford

Ep7 - The Voice World with Dawn Ford

On this episode, we embark into the 'voice world' with Dawn Ford! Learn everything it takes to become a voice actor.

Dec 20, 202130:42
Ep6 - Step Up Your Game with director Phil Bovet

Ep6 - Step Up Your Game with director Phil Bovet

We're joined again by director Phil Bovet in yet another insightful episode! Learn the importance of learning the work before showing up on set, collaborating with different people on set, taking direction, and getting the product better.

Dec 13, 202127:10
Ep5 - Finding the Best Representation for You: A Conversation with Tania Giampetrone

Ep5 - Finding the Best Representation for You: A Conversation with Tania Giampetrone

Join Connie and Tania Giampetrone from Reisler Talent as they discuss finding a perfect fit when doing your research to find the right representation for your work. Learn the skills to prepare like a true industry professional!

Dec 06, 202117:17
Ep4 - A Conversation with Richard Jutras

Ep4 - A Conversation with Richard Jutras

On this episode of Industry Talk, we're joined by actor, Richard Jutras, who so graciously sat down with us to discuss his passion towards camera work and telling stories spanning over a 46 year career. 

Nov 29, 202114:03
Ep3 - A Talk with Award Winning Director Sergine Dumais

Ep3 - A Talk with Award Winning Director Sergine Dumais

A Talk with Award Winning Director Sergine Dumais (Wichita)

Sergine speaks with us about voice acting and how to trust in yourself and to just go for it! We talk about making different choices and the work ethic an actor should be doing daily with a chart that can help you discover more about a character. It’s like homework for actors when they only think they need to act in person they can also do the chart work and add action verbs and as if to their homework.

Nov 22, 202118:03
Ep2 - The Struggle is Real! Ageing Within the Industry with MAXIM ROY

Ep2 - The Struggle is Real! Ageing Within the Industry with MAXIM ROY

Join us for an open, honest conversation with actress MAXIM ROY (19-2, Shadowhunters, Bad Blood), as we discuss the struggle of ageing within the industry and much more!

Nov 15, 202117:08
Ep1 - When the Going Gets Tough, How Do You Stay Motivated?

Ep1 - When the Going Gets Tough, How Do You Stay Motivated?

On this very special first episode of Industry Talk, join Connie Rotella and director Phil Bovet as they discuss how to remain motivated within your craft during difficult times.

Nov 08, 202122:19