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Haitian-American Sasha Compere is a native of Detroit, Michigan. She holds a Bachelors of Business Administration from the University of Michigan where she also studied acting, and dance while performing in black box theaters. She performed as a member of the Bats at New York's Flea Theatre, studied Shakespeare at Guildhall in London, and continues to pursue work in television, film, and stage.- Actor
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Christopher Powell was born on 19 March 1983 in Detriot, Michigan, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Detroiters (2017), Black Jesus (2014) and My Father's Son.- Actress
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Nayo Kamilah Wallace was born in Detriot, Michigan. Nayo (pronounced Nah-yo) is an African name and means "we have joy". A Detroit native who now lives in Los Angeles, Nayo splits her talents between screen, stage and voice over. Most recently she completed the second season of the animated series Care Bears Welcome to Care-A-Lot where she provides the speaking and singing voice for Harmony Bear. She's also voiced and performed the motion capture for a number of characters in video games. On stage she performed the role of Sarabi in The Lion King on Broadway and in their first national tour. She was also a member of the LA and Vegas productions of Rock Of Ages.
Nayo believes deeply that artists can and will change the world. She is grateful to her forbears and all of the other incredibly courageous artists who came before her and left their exquisite mark on the planet. She is honored to be a part of such an important profession and passionately strives to do the same.- Actress
Marcia Moran was born on 27 February 1947 in Detriot, Michigan, USA. She is an actress, known for Monk (2002), Cover Up (1984) and The Bionic Woman (1976). She has been married to John Kerry since 29 June 2008.- Talent Agent
Aaron Sanko is a Performing Arts Executive and Consultant with a diverse background in artistic and non-artistic ventures. As CEO & Partner of UIA Talent Agency, he represents a diverse roster of artists including actors, singers, directors, conductors, choreographers, composers, and writers. He leads UIA's Theatre, Film, Television, and Literary divisions. His diverse background in the entertainment industry and corporate sectors make him an invaluable advisor and strategist to his clients. He takes a hands-on, holistic approach to the development of artistic careers, tailoring his guidance to the individual needs of each client.
Mr. Sanko first joined UIA in 2014, and upon his appointment as Managing Director in 2019, spearheaded the company's evolution to a full-service talent agency to allow UIA to cultivate cross-genre opportunities for his clients, as well as taking on theatrical authors to shape the voice of the industry in the future.
Prior to his current appointment, Sanko founded Cruxory Group in New York City, which provides management consulting and executive production services to performing arts producing and service entities.
As General Partner and Music Supervisor for Mind the Art Entertainment in New York, Mr. Sanko helmed award-winning productions of Whiskey Pants, The Mayor of Williamsburg (Off Broadway) and Fatty Fatty No Friends (Best of Fest, NYMF 2018). In 2018, Cruxory served as Executive Producer for the national headlining musical at St. Lou Fringe before Mr. Sanko served as Music Director for The Wiz in Monrovia, Liberia (the first musical presented in the country's history) in the summer of 2018 in collaboration with Broadway Artists Connection and Matsiko World Orphans Choir.
Mr. Sanko served as the CEO of Sanko Ventures recently represented on Broadway by the Tony-award nominated Deaf West Theatre revival of Spring Awakening, and in Los Angeles with Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along at The Wallis Annenberg Theatre in Beverly Hills. Sanko's résumé also includes leadership roles at corporations including Best Buy and Starbucks, serving in human resources, operations, and new market development capacities. Earlier in his career, Mr. Sanko was performer and educator.
Mr. Sanko takes pride in service to the community, and regularly contributes to the efforts of nonprofit organizations with social, educational, or developmental missions, recently leading a new initiative to create an organizational strategy for leveraging the young professional demographic of donors and leaders as a Founding Executive Committee Member of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' NextGen Advocates.
Mr. Sanko graduated from the Interlochen Arts Academy before studying Voice Performance and Music Education at the Eastman School of Music. Additionally, he earned a degree in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University, and is a proud alumnus of the intensive programs at The Broadway League's Commercial Theatre Institute.- Actress
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Meredith Host was born on 2 September 1979 in Detriot, Michigan, USA. She is an actress and cinematographer, known for Beyond McNasty: Filthy McNasty 4 (2010), Death O'Lantern II (2013) and The Dingleberrys (2012).- Brandon James is an Atlanta-based actor and model known for his versatility, charisma, and commitment to his craft. With a background in business, having earned a BBA from Prairie View A&M University, Brandon made a bold transition from Houston, Texas, to Atlanta, Georgia, to pursue his passion for entertainment.
His journey in the industry has been marked by notable collaborations and standout performances. As a model, Brandon has worked with top brands, including being featured in the DJ Khaled x Gatorade collaboration, directed by Markus Lim, and a Spin Master shoot under the direction of Jesse Genao. His striking presence and ability to convey emotion have made him a sought-after talent in both print and commercial work.
In acting, Brandon has quickly made a name for himself with roles that showcase his range and depth. He starred as 'Melvin Washington' in the film Foundational Black American, directed by John Cuie, and brought intensity to the character of 'Douglas Parker' in the short film The Election, directed by his wife, Calyria Jyvonne. His television credits include a gripping role as 'Travis,' the ex-husband of the victim, in Fatal Attraction Season 15, Episode 7, directed by Caleb Cunningham.
Brandon's ability to convey complex emotions has been honed through rigorous training, including his participation in the 'Film I: Foundation' acting class at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta. His work is characterized by a natural ease in front of the camera, whether he's capturing the dynamic energy of a commercial or the subtle nuances of a dramatic role.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Brandon is a dedicated student of his craft, constantly seeking new opportunities to grow and evolve as an artist. He is represented by Beyond Beauty Talent, a trusted talent agency that has been instrumental in guiding his career.
When he's not on set, Brandon enjoys spending time with his wife, Calyria, and their two mini Australian Shepherds, Jaxon and Kano. He also shares his journey on Instagram at @brandonjamesmodel. With a passion for storytelling and a commitment to excellence, Brandon James is a rising star, making his mark on the entertainment industry, one project at a time. - Reno Ministrelli was born on 1 May 1981 in Detriot, Michigan, USA.
- Cayden Brown is an American child rights lawyer and award-winning activist. He became notable at 16 for his undefeated record as a juvenile defender in Oakland County Teen Court. He is the CEO of The Trespass Project, a nonprofit empowering children worldwide to understand their legal systems. Brown has spoken at the United Nations and has been featured in Forbes and TIME magazines. His accolades include being named "the world's most influential juvenile justice advocate" by ABC News.
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Ozzie Wells was born on 4 January 1977 in Detriot, Michigan, USA. Ozzie is a director and writer, known for Dark Day at First Church (2013) and Detroit Arising (2017).- Doug Miller was born on 26 June 1987 in Detriot, Michigan, USA. He is an actor, known for Final Cut (2012).
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Jim Fekete was born on 1 February 1924 in Detriot, Michigan, USA. Jim was married to Elinor M. Togyer. Jim died on 20 February 2017 in Millersburg, Michigan, USA.