Corey Knight
Alia Pierre-Cranston
Deidra McKenzie
Dashawn Jackson
Jourdan Rashid Roberson
Deon Ragin
cOREY KNIGHT embarked on his journey in theater arts at the age of 15, laying the groundwork for a career that would soon flourish. Following his passion after high school, he pursued a BFA degree, honing his craft with intensive training in Meisner, Uta Hagen, and Grotowski techniques.After completing his education, Corey swiftly made his mark in the industry. His debut came with a guest star role in "Godfather of Harlem", setting the stage for a promising career. Soon afterwards Corey booked his breakout role as Craig Pratchett in the HBO series "We Are Who We Are", under the direction of Luca Guadagnino, that garnered him widespread recognition.Since his pivotal role on HBO, Corey Knight has continued to build a diverse and impressive resume. His credits include appearances on "Blue Bloods" and "East New York", as well as roles alongside A list actors in independent films, showcasing his versatility and commitment to his craft. Corey remains a driven and a sought-after talent in the entertainment industry, both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. We welcome Corey back to stage for the first time in a long time.
alia pierre-cranston Is a Brooklyn native who has a strong passion for performing arts. she believes her purpose in life is to heal those who are mentally and emotionally damaged by using hip hop music, theater and dance. additionally, she prides herself in creating creative spaces for young minds. alia has not only starred in several short films and productions, but has also directed numerous music videos, and a number of short films. you can follow her on instagram @aliapierrec to stay connected.
dEIDRA MCKENZIE born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, is a multifaceted artist with a passion for dance, creative production, and acting.Deidra attended Penn State University, where she double majored and earned degrees in Integrative Arts and Advertising. She furthered her education at Hunter College, obtaining an M.A. in Dance Education. She showcased numerous choreographed dances at Penn State University, Hunter College, Columbia University, The Brooklyn Museum, and LIU. Deidra’s creativity extends beyond dance. She produced a web series titled “Nobodies," several short films and her first theater play, “The Window Man." As a producer, Deidra brings her unique vision to life, exploring diverse narratives and perspectives. Deidra’s interest in acting led her to study various techniques, honing her skills in character development. Her dedication paid off when she made her acting debut in the short film “Worth the Risk.” Through acting, she continues to explore new facets of creativity and self-expression. Her dedication paid off when she made her acting debut in the short film “Worth the Risk.”Through acting, she continues to explore new facets of creativity and self-expression. When Deidra isn’t immersed in her creative pursuits, she dedicates her time to teaching and mentoring youth.
DASHAWN JACKSON BORN AND RAISED IN Richmond Virginia da'shawn jackson realized his passion for drama while studying drama for over 10 years and performing in multiple stage productions under the program Moving mountains. there he learned how to build on character work, studying the meisner technique. while using intense sense memory training to build his acting prowess. his ability to take direction and implement notes into his craft and zone into his character led him to start diving into film more seriously. with his very first acting debut, DA'SHAWN APPEARED IN WEB SERIES "NOBODIES"WHERE HE PLAYED THE CHARACTER OF MUDD. FROM THERE HE WENT ON TO BOOK OTHER TV SHOWS LIKE CBS FBI MOST WANTED AND SEVEN SECONDS.
Jourdan rASHID ROBERSON is a bi-coastal actor, music artist, and athlete based in Brooklyn. Trained in film, theater, improv, and comedy at NYC’s Moving Mountains Inc. under Jamie Hector and Chad Coleman, he further honed his craft at IDSA based out of London and Julliard in NYC for vocal and movement. Jourdan’s screen work includes a role in Boogie (Focus Features), and award-winning performances in Fountain Axis, Elimination Strain, and Spiraling. He’s also appeared on television in Shattered. Blending physical discipline with emotional depth, Jourdan brings grounded intensity and creative versatility to every role—driven by a passion for bold, honest storytelling across mediums.
DEON RAGIN is a Brooklyn native who has immersed himself in the art of drama and film. As an actor, theater teacher, director, AND WRITER he dedicates himself to helping others portray honest and raw depictions of the human experience. Deon is a SAG actor, which has a powerful impact on his directing style. His goal is to allow actors to find themselves in their roles and then capture their performance in the best way possible on film AND THE STAGE. Deon has always been drawn to technology and holds a Bachelor's in Technology from New York City College of Technology. His passion for acting led him to study at The Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute.