Adversity Can Be a Good Thing - with Addison Wright
from Actor Problems Hosted by Tony Rossi
Today's episode features Chicago filmmaker, Addison wright. Addison is a Chicago native filmmaker and director. From visualization to execution, his goal is to push the culture and change perspectives. Directors like Spike Lee, Hype Williams and Spike Jonze inspired his passion for film. Addison has 7+ years of filmmaking experience and aims to inspire people with his creativity. Follow Addison Website: www.addisonjwright.com Instagram: @addisonwright Episode highlights His first dream that was shattered in college How he managed to keep his scholarship, despite his setback The story of the Hiplet Ballerinas here in Chicago The lack of representation in dance A story of artists who are frequently criticized by people who also mimic their work! A career milestone of Addison's that quickly met adversity The questions Addison asks when facing adversity How to stay creative when there's so much fear A humbling reminder all artists need to hear about feeling uncreative Links Hiplet: Because We Can (film) Website Instagram: @hiplet_film The Hiplet Ballerinas Website Instagram: @hipet_film Founder Homer Hans Bryant: @homerhbryant The Change.Org petition: Racial Equality in the Ballet World #SundaySelfcare video on other people's opinions Have you signed up for the free actor self-care newsletter? Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com to sign up for the free actor self-care newsletter. I'll share tips, tricks, and stories (that I don't post anywhere else) every week, just for artists. Plus gain access to my free video series - "Why You Think You Suck (Even Though You Really Don't)" Interested in coaching? Schedule a free call with me here! Don't see a slot that fits your schedule? Shoot me an email - [email protected] For Sponsorship Inquiries Shoot an email to [email protected] and put "Tony Rossi Show Sponsor" in the subject line. Wanna just support the podcast? You're the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation optins, starting at $1/month. Are we connected? (We totally should be….) Instagram: @tony.rossi Twitter: @_tonyrossi TikTok: @tony.rossi Facebook: www.facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching Remember - we can be messy and still get the things that we want #notperfect #stillenough
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