"This Is It!"

Michael Jackson's legacy film "This Is It" opened today. Everyone from Oprah to Ryan Seacrest has been talking about it, and what an inspiration it is! It just got me thinking about what a great artist Michael was - not singer, or performer, or dancer per se, but an artist. Just like Van Gogh weilding his brush, Michael painted beautiful pictures on the stage, that touched our hearts and minds. He could make us shout out in happiness, jump for joy and bring us to tears. He was a perfectionist, rehearsing every move over and over until he literally passed out. Even the slightest pinky move or head nod had to be perfect! It was this relentless pursuit to be better that made him the greatest.

How many of us are like this is our own lives? How much attention to detail do we really pay? How much do we really prepare? How much do we really study? No matter what craft you practice, let the life of Michael Jackson inspire you to be the best at it. I know it definitely gives me the push I need to keep on grinding and growing, even when obstacles present themselves.

We all question why he died. It was definitely a case of "gone too soon". But at least his memory can serve to guide us, enlighten us, and refresh us when we feel like giving up. Love you Michael!

Guest Starring on New Webisode!

Over the weekend I had the opportunity to guest star on a hilarious new webisode called "Simply Simon". Check out all the pre-production news at http://www.watchsimplysimon.com/.

The series was executive produced by Maxwell Glick (from Lonelygirl15 fame) and stars Ben Ryan as Simon, a guy who finds himself in all types of crazy situations. It's a dark comedy that will have you laughing your ass off.

In the episode I shot, I played the host of a speed dating event. Lots of wacky characters! I truly enjoyed working with the director, Tom Ptasinski and the actor David Landry who play Lester.

The series launches in January so be on the lookout!

Upcoming Feature Film - "Where's Henry?"

Yo! You have to check out the trailer for an upcoming feature that I am starring in. It's called "Where's Henry?", directed by Bles Aaron. It started out as a short, but we got so much good footage that it turned into a feature. I can't wait for the screening, but here's the trailer. Stay tuned...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lUQPQrBbl0

Performing this Weekend as Dorothy Dandridge

This weekend the Playhouse Theatre Players is presenting a Sammy Davis Jr. review starring David Williams, who really shines as Sammy. I will be singing "Porgy and Bess" as Dorothy Dandridge - been rehearsing it all weekend. Should be fun so come out and support! October 9th and 10th at 8pm.

http://www.kslgplayhousetheatre.com/

(323) 227-5410

Target Commercial Pictures

Here are some pictures from the Target commercial I starred in for Back to School. I was lucky enough to work with my friend Skiter Jones (the dad) and a beautiful little actress named Samantha from New York. Doesn't she look a lot like me? We had lots of fun!

You can see the commercial here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtLQsC6UUKk

"A New Tomorrow" now available on DVD and Online!

A wonderful mockumentary comedy that I worked on a couple years ago is finally available for your viewing pleasure. It stars Victor Williams (Deacon from "The King of Queens") and the whole thing pokes fun at how America votes. I play an irate political campaigner with a white husband. The whole thing is lots of fun and lots of laughs! :-)

You can check it out at Indieflix.com or Amazon Video on Demand. The official site is http://www.anewtomorrowmovie.com/.

New Show This Saturday!

I have the honor of sharing the stage with all of these wondeful actors this weekend. I put together a group of committed and talented artists who are going to share their comedy, drama, song, and dance skills. It's going to be a fun evening! And party afterwards! Can't wait! :-)

Go Pick Up "See Dick Run" on DVD!

This is a movie that I shot last year with a wonderful director named Dwayne Alexander Smith. The cast was great! I play an around the way chick with a crazy ass brother (shout out to Brooklyn McLinn) that just got out of jail and is willing to defend my honor against a dude that played me out (Kel Mitchell). You can find it on Netflix, Amazon, or at your local video spot. Laugh and Enjoy!

Synopsis:

Richard (Kel Mitchell) is a fast-talking ladies man whose life takes a hilarious turn when a voodoo priestess casts a spell that takes away his manhood. His manhood will be lost forever unless he can reverse the spell before midnight. Now, in a race against time, this notoriously deceitful womanizer must revisit all the women in his life he has wronged and apologize for his lowdown ways. Starring Kel Mitchell ("All That", "Kenan & Kel") and Page Kennedy ("Weeds").

Staged Reading - "No Chance In Hell" - with Towne Street Theatre!

This upcoming Monday, August 3rd, I will be performing with my theatre company - Towne Street - in a staged reading of Tony Robinson's "No Chance In Hell". It's a film noir murder mystery and should be lots of fun. 7pm at the Egyptian Theatre - 1625 N. Las Palmas Ave. in Hollywood.

I love working with these dedicated actors! Towne Street is the premiere African American company in Los Angeles. For more info visit www.townestreet.org.

I'm keepin' the faith and staying determined...blessings abound!

NEW WEBISODE COMING SOON!

Last week I had the wonderful opportunity to team up again with Director Freeman White for a new webisode call "Closer to Crazy". It is based on a novel of the same name written by the fabulous Nina Foxx. Freeman and I worked together on "The Seventh Commandment" and he is definitely one to watch. He knows his stuff!

The series also stars Mailon Rivera, who plays my fiance, and Heidi Marie, his baby mama. It follows her life and our interaction as a new blended family of sorts. It has drama, action, suspense and a mean showdown between me and Heidi at the church. (smile) Be on the lookout for the webisode and hopefully the feature in the future! Peace!

"Out The Gate" Jamaican Flick Coming Soon!

I just finished shooting on the Jamaican indie feature "Out The Gate" - a suspenseful follow your dreams flick. It stars the popular reggae MC E-Dee and features some great musical acts like Ms. Triniti. If you aren't familiar - get in the know! Go to itunes and download their songs because they are fantastic.

In the movie, E-Dee moves from Jamaica to the states to pursue musical stardom and I play his love interest. He gets caught up with a host of unsavory characters and mayhem ensues. It's going to be a great film. I also had the privilege of working with Paul Campbell ("Shottas", "First Sunday"), Jamaica's most popular actor. It was amazing to witness his portrayal of the evil and sinister character Badz. I was learning on set everyday - about acting, the culture, the music, the food! What a great time with a great team of producers and directors!

Be on the lookout for the movie! It will premiere in 5 cities in the fall!

NEW MOVIE IN STORES NOW!

Guess what!! Everyone's favorite super indie movie HE WHO FINDS A WIFE, written and directed by yours truly Danielle L. Ross and produced by Stephanie Cunningham and Anika C. McFall has finally made its way to the video stores (those that aren't extinct). Don't worry though its also available on Netflix, Blockbuster Online, Amazon.com, I even bet your cousin Tee Tee has the bootleg already. Either way get out there and check it out and let me know what you think!!! If you love it, hate it, I don't care, let me know...

Everyone can identify with at least one character in the movie. HE WHO FINDS A WIFE is a movie about the temptation one couple faces on their way to the alter and stars a excellent cast of talented actors Kyum Dunbar ("Zane Sex Chronicles"), yours truly - Shelli Boone ("Southland", "House") , Liris Crosse ("The Jim Jones Project"), Kareem Grimes ("Jarhead, The Shield"), Marston David Fobbs ("Bones"), and Anika C. McFall ("Diary of A Tired Black Man", "American Dream") .
If you missed HE WHO FINDS A WIFE in the Pan African Film Festival, I'm probably not your friend anymore, but here's a way to get back in my good graces. Pass the word on.
CHECK OUT THE TRAILER
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8uuRPsQr_0
OTHER LINKS
www.maverickentertainment.com
http://www.amazon.com/Who-Finds-Wife-Anika-McFall/dp/B001QT6DAK

Come See Shelli Boone in her One-Woman Show - "Out West"!

I am so excited about my upcoming one-woman show premiere in May! It is a lot of work to create something from start to finish - writing, producing, rehearsing, staging, costuming - doing it all yourself. But I am so proud of the finished product and I hope that audiences enjoy it. So please come out and support - you will learn something and be entertained!

Call (323) 227-5410 to reserve your tickets in advance and to save money. Or log onto www.kslgplayhousetheatre.com for more info and to buy tickets there.

Again showtimes are May 1st - 8pm, May 2nd - 6pm, May 3rd - 3pm, May 7th - 8pm, May 8th - 8pm and May 9th - 9pm. Location: 600 Moulton Ave. (on the corner of Moulton and Main) in Downtown Los Angeles.

MARCH MADNESS!!!

Wow! God has truly blessed me this month with work, work and more work! First, I shot a national commercial for Juicy Juice that will hopefully be hitting your airwaves soon.

Then, I booked a co-star on NBC's new show "Southland" which I just finished shooting today. It is a cop drama from the producer's of "ER" and it's going to be fantastic! Real and gritty...It premieres on April 9th and I appear in episode 2 on April 16th. Go to NBC's website to check out the trailer for the show - http://www.nbc.com/Primetime/southland/

Also, yesterday I found out that I booked a lead in a film called "The Company We Keep". We are going to be shooting for a month. Yay! The cast is great and I love the director, Roy Campanella, so it should be a fun project.

Busy, busy, busy - 2009 is starting off with a bang and it's only going to get better. I will keep you posted. Just keep dreaming big!

"Seventh and Hill" Short Picked Up For Distribution!

I received a message this morning from up-and-coming director and cinematographer Ryan Postas that a short film we shot last year called "Seventh and Hill" was bought by a distributor in Toronto for worldwide distribution!

It's a supsense thriller about a jewelry heist in downtown Los Angeles. I play a sexy con woman. The film was also featured at the Cannes Film Festival last year. It's truly a fun ride and I am so happy for Ryan. We also worked together on "Holla", one of the first films of my career - now airing on BET. He was the DP on that film. So shout out to Elevated Minds Entertainment!

You can see a teaser for the film at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSCYSvmxZhw. It's also on IMDB. I will give you more info once it gets out on the market.

Hope March is putting some "spring" in your step! It's a great day! Blessings!

Hot Sluts: Rated R!

I am a series regular on a new webisode being sponsored by Comedy Central that will premiere this month around Valentine's Day. It's called "Hot Sluts: Rated R!" Crazy name, huh? But it fits it perfectly! The series is hot, steamy and HILARIOUS! It's a comedic nod to the sexploitation women-in-prison films from the 70's and 80's. My character Tawny, the DJ of the club where the series takes place, is based on Tamara Dobson's character in "Chained Heat" (google it - her performance is classic).

I got the chance to work with A.D. Miles from "Reno 911" and "Dog Bites Man" and Jo Lo Truglio from "Superbad". It also stars Sandy Martin from "Napoleon Dynamite" and Alison Brie from "Mad Men" (which I love by the way). It was such a great experience! The set was fun and loose, and the whole cast and crew was so positive.

You can find the webisode at atom.com or comedycentral.com. Laugh and enjoy!

Shooting an AFI short this weekend!

This weekend I have the honor of working with acclaimed director/writer Ka'Ramuu Kush. Believe me, this man is one to watch! His film is titled "As It Is", and it poses: "What would you do if you passed God on the street?" Would you recognize him? What would you say? Would you pass by in fear? In astonishment? What if he needed help? As you can see, this one topic can lead to a bevy of questions.

I play Opal, an exotic dancer who is winding down with her two girlfriends after a long night of "makin' that cash". The three women engage in lighthearted conversation about what they would do if confronted with the possibility of having sex with God. But, as religious conversations often do, the discussion quickly gets serious and tensions rise.

The rehearsal for this was amazing - very thought provoking. And I'm sure the film is going to be brilliant! I will let you know when and where to check it out...