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March 2023 | Issue 3
The Company Newsletter Of Aikan Acts Performing Arts
AIKAN ACTS PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDER, NAKIA DILLARD MURAL; SPEAKS DELTA FAMILY SERVICES
Nakia Dillard was given the honor to be given a mural!
The mural is currently displayed at Logan Elementary School.
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Nakia Dillard was invited to speak at Delta Family Services for foster care services.
Lights - Camera - Action!
more great news..
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Aikan Acts Performing Arts Interviewd by Fox 29
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Aikan Acts Students Films Movie
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Slots Available for Acting Classes
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Student Testimonial
AIKAN ACTS MONTHLY
March 2023 | Issue 3
NAKIA DILLARD'S LATEST FILM ON TUBI:
HANDS UP
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In the pre-civil war era, a family attempts to escape from the horrors of oppression, that are still embedded in the DNA of America today.
In the heart of the 1855 Antebellum South, slavery is the business that fuels the engine of America. After Jessie Calhoun, a young boy, witnesses the brutal punishment of a family member who decided to escape the plantation, the Calhoun family must make a critical decision, decide if they want to stay and continue to face the everyday tyranny, or risk their lives in hopes of finding a better tomorrow.
However, in this warped reality, the Calhoun family legacy is unable to escape the oppression, as through centuries of time, the horrors experienced still haunt them. "Hands Up," is a story of how the effects and trauma of slavery have impacted and infected America today.
Watch it on Tubi:
AIKAN ACTS PERFORMING ARTS: ACTOR'S SHOWCASE
Show off your acting skills for a panel of agents. This showcase is for actors of all ages. This is a great opportunity to meet industry professionals and showcase your acting skills and talent. This Showcase will be held on March 12th online via Zoom. This will be a live, interactive showcase with a Q&A and the opportunity to perform for all industry professionals and get feedback from our featured guests. Every actor will get direct feedback from the talent panel. You will be able to download the recordings of your performances for educational purposes only.
Our classes sell out very quickly so make sure to book your slot!
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February 2023 | Issue 2
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Announcements & Updates
Aikan Acts Performing Arts Can Change Your Life.
JOIN TODAY TO SEE HOW!
Monday (6:45 -7:45 pm)
Teen class age 13-17
Slots open: 8
Monday (8:00 -9:00 pm)
Adult Class
Open slots: 4
Tuesday (7:00 - 8:00 PM)
Adult Class
Slots open: 3
Total slots open per class:
Wednesday (5:15 - 6:15 pm)
Pre-teen class ages 7-12
Slots open: 8
Wednesday (6:30 - 7:30 pm)
Pre-teen class ages 7-12
Slots Open: 6
March 2023 | Issue 3
Student Testimonials
Anjenett Shanks
Hello my name is Anjenett Shanks. This is my first time taking acting classes with Aikan Acts. I’m currently working in the movie Milk with my husband Darrell Shanks. I’m excited to use the tools I been receiving from my classes to give my character “Marcell” new life. I’m looking forward to taking advantage of all the opportunities that come will this amazing company. Stay hungry and you will always eat!
Good Afternoon! My name is Jordyn Antonia Howard. I live in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I am currently a teacher’s assistant for the younger toddlers of ages 2-3. I am so excited to embark on this new journey to evolve as an actress, because this is my first acting class with Aikan Performing Arts. I want to grow into becoming a successful actress by learning and practicing more monologues to help gain self-confidence. I want to grow by taking a leap of faith and not limiting myself to anything. I can accomplish that by submitting audition tapes, promoting myself to different networks, and challenging myself to pursue new roles. I want to grow by staying consistent and utilizing the acting techniques and methods that will be taught to me.
Jordyn Antonia Howard
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Que Terrell
Behind the scene photos from a series I worked on this weekend with Temple College students for their Sun Dance Film Project called "Ambitious" I played the Bartender at a Renaissance themed bar
March 2023 | Issue 3
Student Testimonials
Warren Smith
Warren Smith 10 year Aikan Acts student has been busy filming the feature film Kidnapped. He plays the role of Kevin. In addition to filming all month Warren has also auditioned for several films. He booked a short film that he will began filming in March.
Warren misses a lot of acting classes due to filming but the great thing about Aikan Acts they record each class and send it so he doesn’t miss much and is able to get his lessons.
Aikan Acts Pre-teen Student since 2021
Jaida was casted in an episode for the TV series Abbott Elementary in February 2023. She has also joined the String Theory Players: Theatrical Productions, at her school, Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School: A String Theory School.
Jaida Buck
February 2023 | Issue 2
Student Testimonials
John Xavier
John Xavier received the 2023 Young, Gifted and Black Nina Simone Artistic Excellence Award In Writing & Literacy, and Senate Proclamation from Senator Kevin S. Parker (NY-D).
He played Joshua Paul in the book trailer for NYT #1 Bestseller, Angie Thomas' upcoming young adult novel, Nic Blake and The Remarkables.
John, Caleb Mapp and Asil Greer performed in the stageplay Legacy on Saturday, February 25, 2023.
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John was the Black & Decker, Freeze Tag commercial (2023).