Fourteen year old Ajibola Tajudeen, better known as Keeme, is the host of New Paradigm Theatre's web series now in it's third season here on BroadwayWorld. "Konversations with Keeme" is show where Keeme interviews seasoned television and film professionals like Tamara Tunie of Law and Order: Special Victims Unit and Renee Lawless of Tyler Perry's The Have and the Have Nots, as well as Broadway veterans such as Emmy and Grammy winner, Paul Bogaev, and Broadway pros Christine Dwyer, Kelly Grant, Juwan Crawley and more.
The series follows Keeme's interviews as he receives advice on "the business", performing, and leadership from the pros in the performing arts industry. These interviews are directed and edited by Tiara Starks, a sophomore at the University of New Haven, and are released weekly on BroadwayWorld.
New Paradigm Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit theatre fostering creative problem solvers, leaders, and global citizens through theatre arts education and productions. This series is one of the ways that NPT features their outstanding Youth Board of directors (all the production and on-camera work is facilitated by our Youth with some guidance from our Pros). Artistic Director and Broadway veteran, Kristin Huffman says, "New Paradigm is a theatre with a social conscience. We produce events and shows that not only entertain with Broadway pros, but that also connect directly to our community and teach youth leadership.
The fourth seasons leads right up to NPT's summer production of Bye Bye Birdie with performances on August 16th and 17th in Fairfield CT. For tickets please visit: http://www.nptheatre.org/nptevents/bbbtickets/
In this episode, Keeme chats with Jeremy Sickles - NY Agent at the Daniel Hoff Agency has many years of theatre experience under his belt. Graduating with a BFA in musical theatre from the Hartt school, he draws from his acting experience in his casting and agency work as well. With experience from Telsey and Company Casting, Stewart/Whitley Casting, and Eisenberg/Beans Casting; Jeremy has knowledge of all areas of theatrical casting. From Broadway to National Tours, Cruises to Regional Theatre, Jeremy has worked with a wide array of creative teams and companies to help facilitate the best productions possible. He is currently working for the Daniel Hoff Agency as a talent agent in the theatrical division.
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