Vanessa Bell Calloway

Vanessa Bell Calloway | EP357In this engaging conversation, Vanessa Bell Calloway shares her experiences in the entertainment industry, discussing her latest film 'One of Them Days', the evolution of her career from auditions to being offered roles, and the importance of improvisation on set.She reflects on her time in soap operas, the challenges of balancing Broadway with other projects, and the impact of memorable commercials. Vanessa also shares insights on directing, her fears as an actress, and the journey of being a black actress in Hollywood.The conversation concludes with her thoughts on the importance of authenticity in acting and the power of laughter. Vanessa's SocialsIG: @vanessabellcalloway https://www.instagram.com/vanessabellcalloway/  Takeaways📍Vanessa's character Mama Ruth in 'One of Them Days' is a unique representation of a black woman in film.📍Auditioning remains a significant part of Vanessa's career, despite her established status.📍Improvisation on set can lead to unexpected and magical moments in film.📍Soap operas provide invaluable training for actors, teaching them to memorize lines and hit their marks.📍Balancing multiple projects, like Broadway and commercials, can be challenging but rewarding.📍Memorable commercials can have a lasting impact on an actor's career.📍'Coming to America' remains a significant milestone in Vanessa's career.📍Directing while acting presents unique challenges but can be rewarding.📍Fear of failure drives Vanessa to deliver her best performances.📍The journey of a black actress in Hollywood is filled with challenges but also opportunities for growth. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Vanessa Bell Calloway02:59 Exploring 'One of Them Days' and Mama Ruth06:11 Auditioning vs. Being Offered Roles09:04 Improvisation and Collaboration on Set11:52 The Experience of Soap Operas14:45 Balancing Broadway and Other Projects17:46 Memorable Commercials and Their Impact21:06 Reflections on 'Coming to America'23:52 Directing and Acting: A Dual Role27:13 Fears and Growth in the Industry30:09 The Journey of a Black Actress33:02 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations Support the show on https://patreon.com/rezarifts61 Follow Keith on all social media platforms:FB: https://www.facebook.com/realkeithrezaIG:https://www.instagram.com/keithreza X:https://www.twitter.com/keithreza TT:https://www.tiktok.com/keithreza Book Keith on cameo at www.cameo.com/keithrezaCheck out my website for dates at https://www.keithreza.com/ Subscribe - Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts - Tell a friend :) Be a Rifter! #vanessabellcalloway #comingtoamerica #eddiemurphy #oneofthemdays