Criena House

I won the lottery for On Your Feet yesterday, the musical based on the lives of Gloria and Emilio Estefan. First of all, I grew up to...

October is Filipino American History Month! What better way to highlight the contribution of my people by talking about the industry I...

Veering off from my usual subject, I'd like to share this with you. In the late 19th to early 20th century Philippines, the high society...

I got my first callback from crashing an EPA! Dreams do come true. Hang in there guys! It took me 3 years, but hey, I think I got a...

This is a delicious read for anyone who who dedicates their life to the theater. Written by one of my favorite playwrights, Sarah Ruhl...

A few weeks ago, I experienced an exhilarating moment on stage - playing with the audience. The character I was playing required me to...

Again, keeping with the theme of the week - Shakespeare! I'm sure there are plenty of techniques for classics, but I would like to share...

I had an audition today! Shout out to Leta Tremblay for calling me in. Thank you! Ok. Today was rough for me. I don't know if the...

I need this woman more in my life. In need her doing more Shakespeare in my life. I'm just going to leave this juicy clip here. Enjoy! In...

Women of Will in performance by Tina Packer and Nigel Gore. It seems like it is a Shakespeare week or even month for me. I've been...

Last week, I was invited to audition for a new play. I submitted myself a day before the audition, so I got the sides pretty late....

Dreamy Captain Shiang in Mulan. That psychiatrist in Law and Oder: SVU. Villainous Hugo Strange in Gotham. Gender-bending Whiterose in...

Your welcome. The book I will feature this week is a gift from one artist to another. The inspiration as to why I started this blog in...

Taught a voice and movement class today. An observation that stuck out - this one thing freaks young actors out - breathing from their...

In this blog post, I will feature books on acting that I've been reading. What did I like or not like about it. And how I applied what I...

This blog post is dedicated to featuring actors of color who are just amazing actors. ...because we don't get enough credit ya'll. I was...

As an MFA trained actor, I take pride in my ability to perform. However after a two month break, I may be rusty. I went on a long...

I'm starting a blog today. Why? Why not. Being an actress leads a lonely life. Especially a starting one with little funds to pay for...