The Blacktor's Studio with Starr Domingue

STARR DOMINGUE
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Welcome, Starrlets, to my interview series highlighting Canadian Theatre Performers of Colour. I have always been fascinated by the biographies of people in entertainment. They often provide wisdom, joy and help to inspire, especially for those seeking to follow in their footsteps. After spending decades of performing all over the Caribbean, Europe, the United States and my home country, Canada, I thought the world should learn the names, faces and stories of our diverse talent. I love talking to people, so borrowing from the award-winning American talkshow, Inside the Actors Studio, join me and my guests as we explore what it's like to be 'different' in Canada's entertainment industry. While reflecting on their journeys, listen to the challenges, rejoice in the successes and note the philosophies that drive some of Canada's notable talent, who just so happen to (ALSO) be members of the Global Majority. starrdomingue.substack.com

Episodes

  1. The Blacktor's Studio

    Jun 5

    The Blacktor's Studio

    Alexis Gordon is an award winning actor, singer, director & educator.Selected credits include Guys & Dolls - The Stratford Festival, Brigadoon – The Shaw Festival, Room - Mirvish, Harry Potter & the Cursed Child - Broadway. In this interview from 2017, she shines a light on London, Ontario’s talent, the inevitability of change and her obsession with all things ‘Audra.’ We discuss the benefits of “shower singing”, education, optimism and defying stereotypes, even the ones you may hold for yourself. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit starrdomingue.substack.com

    45 min
  2. The Blacktor's Studio

    Apr 30

    The Blacktor's Studio

    André Sills is an award-winning actor and director. Selected credits include Coriolanus – The Stratford Festival, An Octoroon – The Shaw Festival, Master Harold...and the Boys – Obsidian Theatre, Kim’s Convenience – Soulpepper. In this interview from 2017, where we can barely stop laughing, we talk about building a strong foundation, the usefulness of adrenaline, and playing each character as truthfully as possible. He talks about refusing to be limited by people’s expectations, recognizing your drive and championing yourself to achieve it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit starrdomingue.substack.com

    51 min

  3. Apr 15

    The Blacktor's Studio

    Keisha T. Fraser is a multi-hyphenate actor, singer and educator. Selected credits include Caroline, or Change - The Musical Stage Company, Matilda the Musical - Mirvish, Kiss Me Kate - Stratford, Mamma Mia - Broadway. In this interview from 2017, we discuss fate, being positive, and what can be achieved by singing 16 bars of music. She talks about the similarities between being a Performer of Colour in Canada, the United States and the U.K. and shares her tips on longevity within this challenging career. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit starrdomingue.substack.com

    49 min

  4. Mar 25

    The Blacktor's Studio

    Marcus Nance graciously agrees to be my first guest. We discuss the leap from under the stage to above the stage, 'joy jars' and being unforgettable. He regales me with the many theatre royalties he's had the privilege of working with and shares valuable insight about self preservation in this career. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit starrdomingue.substack.com

    30 min
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Welcome, Starrlets, to my interview series highlighting Canadian Theatre Performers of Colour. I have always been fascinated by the biographies of people in entertainment. They often provide wisdom, joy and help to inspire, especially for those seeking to follow in their footsteps. After spending decades of performing all over the Caribbean, Europe, the United States and my home country, Canada, I thought the world should learn the names, faces and stories of our diverse talent. I love talking to people, so borrowing from the award-winning American talkshow, Inside the Actors Studio, join me and my guests as we explore what it's like to be 'different' in Canada's entertainment industry. While reflecting on their journeys, listen to the challenges, rejoice in the successes and note the philosophies that drive some of Canada's notable talent, who just so happen to (ALSO) be members of the Global Majority. starrdomingue.substack.com

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