Princeton James Presents
Princeton James, is a native of Coldwater, MS and graduate of the University or Mississippi. Princeton's passion for acting and singing has soared to higher heights. James' recently featured in numerous stage plays and screen productions such as "Revival, Change's, Ten90, and The ClockMaker." Princeton is currently a background vocalist for Gary Jenkins, of the R&B group Silk. Princeton was so gracious to grace the stage during the Atlanta black theater festival in the production of "the Dutchman," directed by the legendary Woody King. He is recently working on "Making Moves" the movie by Baz Bros Production that premiere's October 13, 2016. He has enjoyed the opportunity alongside this phenomenal cast as he makes his playwright debut with the production of "The Royal Family."
Mary Pruitt native of Memphis Tennessee, enjoys being on the stage. Want to thank Princeton for this opportunity. Give thanks to HATTLOO Theatre for the head shots. Also want to thank my family for their outpouring support.
Donald Gray, a native of Woodleaf, North Carolina, is no stranger to the stage. He began writing short stories and poetry at a very young age. Shortly after his time spent at Fayetteville State University, Donald took his writing to another level with his first hit stage play, “Lord Save My Children” followed by the hilarious Christmas production, “Christmas In Da Hood”, which is still seasonally performed. Donald’s career soared to new heights when he was cast in the national stage plays, “A Good Man is Hard To Find” and “My Grandmother Prayed for Me”. He has lit up the stage in many other productions including, “Things That Lovers Do” in which he shared the stage with many talented stars including Clifton Powell, Kenny Lattimore, Chante Moore, and Kim Whitley. Donald’s director credits include such productions as ‘Lord Why I Keep Choosing The Wrong Man”, “Just Be A Man About It”, “Guilty Until Proven Innocent”, “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore”, “When Loving You Is Hurting Me”, “Step In The Name Of Love”, “Vicious Circle”, “A Woman’s Worth” and many other productions. . He has had the opportunity to direct artists such as Karen Clark Sheard, Reynoldo Rey, Melba Moore, Howard Hewitt, Daniel Winans, Carvin Winans, Michel & Regina Winans, Allen Payne, Chico Debarge, Ralph Tresvant, A.J. Johnson, Jacky Clark, Christopher Williams, KCi & JoJo, Shirley Murdock, Latrice Pace, Malik Yoba, Latovia Robinson, Tomeka Scott, Jackee Harry, Keisha Knight Pulliam and Trina Braxton, Donald earned his recognition as a national playwright with the hit stage plays, “The Man of Her Dreams” and “Lord, There's A Stranger In My House”, which both have aired on BET. Donald Gray was also in Nicci Gilbert's stageplay, Soul Kitten Caberet; which also aired on BET.
Minnie Gilliam is a professional dancer, choreographer, and actress from Memphis, TN. She attended Trezevant High School where she was a former Majorette, Drum Major, Track member and Cheerleader. After graduating top of her class, she attended the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where she was a part of the Marching Musical Machine of the Mid-South as an Alto Saxophone player and a Golden Girl member/ Captain. She is also a member of Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority. Minnie is a former Grizz Girl of 5 years for the Memphis Grizzlies NBA dance team. During her tenure as a Grizz Girl, she was voted in the Top 50 (2009), Top 10 Hottest Cheerleader (2010), and Top 5 A-List NBA Dancers (2011) and she also represented the team in Hong Kong, China. Her choreography experience includes Majorette, Pom, African, Hip Hop, Street Jazz, the 2012 Mr. and Mrs. Trezevant High School Pageant and more. Over the years, Minnie choreographed and coached at various Memphis City and Shelby County Schools, Memphis community dance teams, as well as teams in Kansas City, KS; Pine Bluff, AR; and Shreveport, LA. Minnie has also performed with major recording artists such as, Hot House Gruv, Diggy Simmons, and the Legendary BarKays and more. Minnie has performed in the stage plays "Use Me", "Something She Can Feel", and the latest "Mr. Provider" all written by Terrell Monger and Directed by Portia Murphy. As she continues to be active in community involvement, Minnie enjoys spending time with her family, baking, dancing, and acting. She recently received her Masters in Business Administration from the University of Memphis.
James Cook, graduate of Florida State University is no stranger to the Memphis stage. The actor/director has been in numerous productions around the city. His latest includes "Heart of Soul" The Stax story, Playhouse on the Square's "All the way" and Hattiloo's " In the Heights". He was nominated for an Ostrander award for his performance in Katori Hall's "Hurt Village" for the role of Skillet. Special thanks to his lovely wife and twin sons for the love and support.
Rekeitha Morris(Jasmine King) is a devoted wife and mother to four beautiful children . In her spare time she enjoys thrifting for unique pieces for her online store "Jazzy Thrift". She is a director at the Hair Design School- Highland in Memphis TN, and loves the impact and influence that God has placed on her to help mold todays youth. Her mother's thespian influence instilled in her a love for the theater. Rekeitha first appeared As " Ambernique" in the stage play GiGi's Salon. The Royal Family is her 2nd debut into the stage play world and she would like to thank the cast and crew of The Royal Family, and her husband Marcus and family for supporting and allowing her to chase her dreams. Rekeitha would like to send out a special thanks to Princeton Echols for trusting her to be a part of his project .spending time with her family, baking, dancing, and acting. She recently received her Masters in Business Administration from the University of Memphis.
Bianca McMillian a native Memphian was bitten by the acting bug in high school when she portrayed the role of Effie in stage play Dream Girls, although Bianca could not sing she lip-synced her way to a standing ovation. Bianca's first stage play in the Memphis community theatre was in 2012 in Hattiloo’s Orstrander award winning Hurt Village as "Crank" understudy and from there it was history. Doing several plays with Bluff City Tri-Art like The 24/7 Cafe, Ventilations, First Site, The Strange Case of Mr. Wolf, LOL 3 and so on. Other plays including Long Time Since Yesterday, Livin’ Fat with Karen Moore Inc. and The Miracle Worker at Germantown Theatre. She recently did her first commercial working with the renowned Director of movie Hustle and Flow, Craig Brewer in the Grizzles Commercial. Her film credit includes a recent stint with Jamie Foxx and a Christmas movie with Gabriel Union, Danny Glover and Kimberly Elise directed by David Talbert in Atlanta, GA. Bianca does not mind traveling when it comes to chasing her dream, her saying is to "Never give up dream BIG" Now she is working on the hottest new ground breaking drama series "No Limit" as detective Melanie so be on the lookout for that and many more to come. She says that she is honored to play the role of Jasmine in Guilt, Lies and Lust lll and she thanks Inner City South for believing and trusting her with such amazing character. You can keep up with her on Facebook at Bianca Mcmillian.
Jernario M. Davis, a Memphis native and graduate of East High School, got involved w/theater in 2011 in Sneads Ferry, NC where he performed in a local production, "Everybody Loves Opal" and from there it was where he got bit by the acting bug. Upon his first return to Memphis he got involved with BCTC (Bluff City Tri-Art Theatre Co.) Where performed in several productions such as "Sisters of the Cloth", "L.O.L. I, II and III" and "The 24/7 café"...as well as the BCTC / BWAS production of "Camp Logan". He has been in several commercials and in the independent film, "Last Call" in 2013. He recently has worked on the CBS Television series "Under the Dome" in Wilmington, N.C. and upon his return to Memphis has been in shows such as "A Christmas Miracle", "Black Soap Remix", "A Change is Gonna Come (NC)" and "Guilt, Lies and Lust III: Deadly Ambition". "Nario" thanks his family, friends and fans for all of their encouraging words and support. God bless you all!
Alicia Ester, originally an actress from Arkabutla, Mississippi, I am so very humble to be a part of this group of very talented actors and artists. I have recently been in multiple plays in my residing city of Atlanta, Ga and an indie film that will premier in multiple festivals 2017. This summer I had the pleasure of interning as production assistant in the production of Tina Turner: Against all Odds at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters in Dallas, Texas. I thank God for every opportunity that he has provided for me. “I am forever a student and forever learning, and with that I don’t fail”
Nichole Jackson is excited to be a part of this production. A native Memphian, she is a wife and mother of two. Nichole has had the opportunity to perform in various venues. Notable credits include- Joy: The Series (Kirby Media Productions), KING HEDLEY II (Hattiloo Theatre), The North Star: An Urban Nativity (Hattiloo Theatre), If Scrooge Was a Brother (Hattiloo Theatre) and the Ostrander Award Winning Hurt Village (Hattiloo Theatre). She has additional stage credits, as well as, experience in television, commercial, film, and industrial work. Nichole thanks God first as well as her family for loving her, supporting her, and allowing her to chase her dream!
W ith a strong gift for igniting the stage as an actress, singer, and playwright, Shanetria Brittenum has captivated audiences in theatrical productions for more than a decade. Her performances in both lead and supporting roles have solidified her existence as a crowd favorite, and placed her among the greats actresses of our time. Both critics and theatre patrons have described her acting abilities as “electric”.
Affectionately known as “Nikki”, her acting credits include “When the Gates Swing Open” (Herman Dickey Productions, 2000), “The Phantom of the Gospel Choir” (Devonne Johnson Tate Productions, 2003), “You’ve Got the Wrong Answer” (Herman Dickey Productions, 2005 and 2006), and “Secrets” (Andre Beatty Productions, 2013). In each production, she was noted for making the audience laugh hysterically while making them think about serious life issues.
In 2010, she wrote, produced, and starred in “Stay on the Wall” for the Women’s Ministry of Mount Gilead Ministries. Because of the excellent delivery of this production, she was invited to present this outstanding prodcution several times in and outside of Memphis! Up and coming playwrights often turn to her for advice and insight on how to make the most of their productions, and she supports their efforts wholeheartedly. She has worked as a Stage Manager and Acting Coach with a commitment to making sure that the point hits home while the audience enjoys a first-class theater experience.
Her future aspirations include movies and television. She also plans to continue writing and producing theatrical masterpieces that appeal to audiences of all ages.
My name is Shabreona Shaw, and I am from Senatobia, MS. I am soon to be a freshman at Delta State University in the fall, majoring in Criminology. I am a proud alumni of Senatobia High School, from the class of 2016. Singing is a gift from God, and that contributes to me being nominated for three awards in The Mississippi Merit Awards. The Royal Family play is something that I am grateful to be in.
Karen has performed in numerous local TV and Film Productions. She is a talent for Colors Talent Agency. Her latest two film productions were with Irma Johnson's IRM Production of "Donald" where she played the role of a News Reporter and 88/3rd Production of "Tennessee Queer" where she played a Female Politician. Her latest TV production was with Blue Cross Blue Shield as a principal actor. Her latest internet production was with LeChic Boutique where she was a model for their clothing line. She has trained with some of the best like Red West Actor's Studio , Lisa Lax Actor's Studio and Gary Grubb's Actor's Workshop. Karen's love is stage performance because this is where her love of acting and performances began and her dream is to one day perform on Broadway.
I am Rickey Tyson aka Rubberband Rick from Coldwater, Ms. In 2006, I invented my own unique Rubber band Jewelry and I have at least 1 customer in 30 out of 50 states along with Canadians and Austrailians. Not to mention that I'm a one of kind Artist that's known for illustrating self portraits with Glitter since 2008. I've also been specializing in Entertaining Children since 2009 for which I have Mascot Costumes and I mostly perform at kids birthday parties, Daycares, Schools, or wherever there's a Celebration. That's how I implemented my business "Celebration Innovation"! Every year over 10,000 kids get to see me perform and this is what influenced me to pursue my Acting Ability outside my Costumes because I'm literally a Character! Everything I do, is all about My imaginations and you'll always see Passion in my Performance!
Brandi Nycole is a singer and actress from Memphis, TN. Her first introduction to the arts came at a very early age. Humbly blessed with gifts to grasp concepts from musicals and films that the average untrained ear and eye could not see. Brandi Nycole sets forth to achieve her dreams as a professional performer. From being apart of the Grammy Award Winning O'landa Draper's Associates and gaining recognition by traveling & winning talent shows around the United States while serving in the U.S. Air force; Her powerful and soulful voice along with her natural abilities to adapt and transform into any scene, moment, and character as an actress has helped her in her recent pursuit of success within her career. Some recent works from Ms. B Nycole include "Girls Night Out" (LilyRoze Studios 2015), "In the Heights" (Hattiloo Theatre 2015), “Golden Fruit” (CDL Entertainment 2015), Guilt Lies & Lust 3" (Inner City South 2016), The Power of Love (Evans Productions 2016), Live From Studio A: Memphis Women in Music as the Queen of Memphis Soul Carla Thomas (Stax Museum 2016), to many different films, skits, and theatrical performances. Giving her all in every performance it is her lifelong dream of being able to touch the world through her gifts one mic and one stage at a time. To keep up with Brandi Nycole on this beautiful fulfilling journey be sure to connect on your social media outlets. Instagram @BNycole Facebook: B Nycole
Comedian-Mzzz.Kecia, a native of Gary Indiana-currently residing
in Memphis, TN. She began her comedic calling in 2003. She was a finalist for Nick at Night’s Funniest Mom, Soul Classic’s 103.5 Comedy Search Contest and the Rhythm of Gospel Awards and most recently she was named the 2014 Tri-State Defender’s BEST IN BLACK AWARD comedy winner. One of her greatest accomplishments was being chosen to appear on B.E.T.’s --A TIME TO LAUGH hosted by Vickie Winans. She has worked with musical artists, such as: Smokey Norful, Keke Wyatt, Dave Hollister, Noel Gourdin, Glenn Jones, Kenny Lattimore & Chante Moore and many national COMICS-including J. Anthony Brown, Marcus Wiley, Chocolate and Small Fire.She has starred in hit stage plays such as THIRST & most recently ---SECRETS--- where she played the feisty Jamaican maid-Bobbie. Her most recent venture was the making of her very first LIVE DVD entitled "MY LIFE IS A REALITY SHOW" which is currently available.
TaUndria has been singing and acting since she came out of her mother’s womb. Her husband is Co-Pastor Bryan Shears, with which ash has three beautiful children, and they belong to Temple of Light Global Church. There, she a Youth Minister, the director of the liturgical dance ministry known as True Worshippers, a leader and vocal coordinator of the praise team, along with any other hats she has to put on in ministry. She began singing at her home church St. Matthews M.B. Church in Olive Branch, MS under the leadership of Pastor Ollie Gardner. She wrote her first song at the age of 8 which was recorded with her family group The Supreme Harmonettes. She has written and arranged songs that feature on three albums her family group has released, In Jesus, A New Way, and He’s a Keeper. She became a part of the Drama Club at her high school, Desoto Central High, where she won trophies for best performances and gained leading roles in theater productions. She became the female lead singer for the band Un-Announced in 2009 and performed on many stages including The Stax and became a regular attraction at The Fitzgerald Casino before she accepted her calling in the ministry in 2014. With all the many stages she has performed on, she is beyond overwhelmed to be a part of this magic in the making with one of her closest friends, Princeton James.
J.S. has a host of credits in several theatres. Entertaining audiences is J.S.'s prime theatrical goal. He would like to thank his late father for his invaluable guidance as a man, his loving mother, children and family for their love and support.