ARMANI BAKER
Actor, Model
Biography
This young model and actress has always shined in the front of the spotlight. As the middle child, Armani began to carve out her place early in life. Recently, she was the first person on either side of my family to be a beauty contestant, and credits that experience with formally inspiring her entry in showbuisness.
Armani's credits have already began to show proof of her growing talent. She placed in two categories, placing her her above three hundred contestants and in the America Miss Pagent, which placed her in the top fifteen. Armani has also appeared in a print ad for ConMed and modeled with 4 Real Talent. She recently, autitioned for the American Girl movie, and booked a role as tap dancer in "The Nutcracker," at The Beverly Arts Center in Chicago.
Armani has appeared in the production, “Endure,” which she recently had a role as a praise dancer. She was also honored to be a participant on the BOMA McDonald’s Float for the City of Chicago, Bud Biliken Parade in 2008. In her spare time she enjoys exploring Vintage stores and baking chocolate chip cookies. Armani's goals for the future include more modeling and acting and to sail around the world.
ASHA KAMALI
Actor, Choreographer
Biography
"Protective Spirit of Life," is the meaning of her Swahili name, Asha Kamali. Ms. Kamali received her B.A. from Howard University's School of Communications. A trained actor and dancer, Asha also studied at Howard's illustrious Department of Fine Arts where she performed, choreographed and directed. While a student in the Department of Fine Arts, Asha was able to study from the best. Her professors included Al Freeman, Vera Katz, Phylicia Rashad and her greatest mentor, Debbie Allen.
While at Howard, Asha was crowned Miss Howard University which allowed her to travel the country, crusading performing arts programs in U.S. public schools. During her reign, she was also a finalist in the Miss DC-USA pageant.
She has performed and choreographed for NBA's Washington Wizards, recording artists Eric Benet, Mya, Destiny's Child, and most recently rising actress and Atlantic recording artist, Keke Palmer. Ms. Kamali just finished choreographing and casting Keke Palmer's video, 'All My Girlz,' now airing on BET and NOGGIN. She has served as director and choreographer for the Los Angeles theatrical productions, 'Daddy's Little Girl,' and 'The Vagina Monologues.' She was recently named choreographer for upcoming LA stage production, 'Titsling,' produced by Vagina Monologue director, Ashley Bretz.
Asha Kamali has starred in national commercials for K-Swiss and Papa John's. She has also appeared in television on UPN's, "One on One," UPN's, "Half and Half," FOX's, "Boston Public," and ABC's "I'm with Her."
CHANZ WASHINGTON
Actor
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Biography
Maura CHANZ Washington is a Chicago native. Chanz, her middle name, means "Essence of Life." A natural born leader and entertainer, family, friends, and strangers have often commented on her ability to light up a room and bring enthusiasm to every endeavor.
At the tender age of six, Chanz attended Dunes Summer Theatre Camp and starred in her first role as the mirror in Snow White. Performing locally, she has earned lead roles in school and community plays and musicals.
Chanz currently trains at Mirror Image Dance Academy in Valparaiso, Indian. After dancing for less than one year she was asked to join the Senior Company Dance Group which performs at various venues both locally and nationally.
Some of her dance inspiration comes her mentor and friend Asha Kamali who choreographs for many of today’s hot celebrities such as Keke Palmer and Rihanna. At Mirror Image Chanz enjoys Ballet, Tap, Jazz Modern, and Musical Theatre all of which she trains with several of the companies older, more experienced dancers. Although Chanz welcomes performing in front of audiences she loves the art and the magic dancing can create.
Another avenue of entertaining Chanz has done is as a cheerleader for Midwest Elite Cheer Academy (a nationally competitive team) and for St. Stanislaus School. She currently serves as the eighth grade class president.
During her free time Chanz is a ferocious reader an loves the works of author Scott Westerfeld who wrote Uglies, Pretties, Specials, and Extras. To quote the girl craze The Bratz, “Chanz has a Passion for Fashion,” and inspires to one day create her own fashion line, for which she has cataloges some very exciting and glamorous ideas.
ERIC LANE
Actor
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NIGEL ECHOLS-SADIQ
Actor, Model, Voice-Over
Biography
Nigel is a child actor, model and voice over artist who has a seasoned resume that can rival any performer. This consummate performer has appeared in film and television. More than likely you've even heard his voice on your favorite commercial. Nigel's first film appearance was in Lions Gate's, Barbershop 2. He has also appeared in over five national commercials including Kraft & Mcdonald's. This ten-year-old is an active young man that enjoys karate, football and basketball in is spare time. Nigel is the next big thing, and definitely the one to watch...his smile will tell you that.
WILLIAM JOHNSON
a.k.a Brotha Bill
Actor
Biography
William L. Johnson's mission rises above the fame and fortune that usually rewards a successful music/acting career. His goal is to reinvest the majority of his earnings into a structured business that supports the advancement of the urban community. By spreading the message of self-reliance and providing opportunities to qualified individuals from disadvantage backgrounds, he hopes to break the cycle that keeps generations impoverished.
William Johnson may be seen in over twenty film projects and has already generated a buzz on the underground circuit from anxious fans awaiting his national exposure. His upcoming feature Destroy the Light, directed by Preston Whitmore III and starring Boris Kodjoe, and Giancarlo Esposito, may prove to be the spark that ignites his mainstream popularity.
He has held starring and prominent roles in theatrically released projects. His performance as a lead in director Craig Ross' Blue Hill Avenue helped the movie garner top honors at the Acapulco and Black Hollywood film festivals. Johnson also starred in the independent production Sweet Oranges and was featured in Ross' Motive starring Shemar Moore, Vivica Fox, Golden Brooks, and Victoria Rowell.
Johnson's acting diversity has been displayed in several independent short films and features such as Move, Wanted: Soulful Energy Xchange with Gary Dourdan and Mari Morrow, director Tony Spires, 'Two Degrees starring Don "DC' Curry, and Nikita Blues from Foremost Entertainment. He also performed a scene-stealing role in Showtime's A Spider's Web with Stephen Baldwin and Carrie Weir.
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