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Dashaun "Jiwe" Morris (Kashawn)
Acclaimed author of "War of the Bloods in my Veins" (A Street Soldiers March to Redemption), Dashaun "Jiwe" Morris was known on the streets as "Machete" from Newark, NJ. He is a reformed member of the Bloods, and a full-time gang consultant. He seeks to end the cycle of gang violence through Juvenile Intervention work. A sought-after lecturer, Jiwe speaks throughout the United States as a spokesperson for The Stay Strong Foundation sharing his unique experiences and the horrible truth about living a gang lifestyle with kids and parents in an effort to inspire them to make better life decisions. A talented actor with a sense for realism, Jiwe is sure to continue using his natural gift for acting with these performances as well as in the future. Visit Jiwe's official website HERE .
Karintia De Jesus (Crystal)
Karintia De Jesus is a Dominican born actress fluent in English, Spanish and Italian. She began pursuing a career in acting at the age of 18 by enrolling in lessons at TVI Actors Studios in New York City. Since then, Karintia has been cast for both minor and leading parts in film and theatre, including a principal role in "Scrolls: The Book of Life," which showcased in the 2007 New York Independent Film Festival. Prior to her debut as a leading actress in the feature film, "Scrolls: The Book of Life, Karintia landed small parts in films such as, "Falling in Rhythm", "The Orphan King", "The Demon Shells", Hole In The Wall, and "3X Harder." In addition to acting, Karintia was part of a professional Modern/Jazz Dance group while she lived in the Dominican Republic. During this time she also had a part-time job as a Co-host for Neon 89, a well-known radio station in Santo Domingo. Currently, Karintia has begun preparing for her lead role in the theatre production, One Hour 2 Live. She is also working in short martial arts films produced by BXTroopers Productions and is due to start filming the "Vindicator", a pilot, that when completed, will be published online as webisodes.
Yolanda English (Tisha)
Yolanda English is a native of Roselle, NJ. She was involved in modeling/acting when she was a child, but put her career on hold to get an education. After completing her degree at West Virginia University, she is now focused on making a name for herself in theatre and film. Yolanda hopes people will not only see the emotions she may portray, but feel them as well.
VanRondall Seabron (Jason)
VanRondall Seabron, born and raised in Newark N.J., is a 23 year old Criminal Justice Major attending NJCU. He has a passion for both justice and the Performing Arts. He has been acting since high school and he graduated from Newark Arts High School as a Drama Major. He has starred in quite a number of plays and even some independent films. He feels that God has given him the talent of acting and he dares not let it go to waste. His goal is to make a positive, permanent mark in the justice, theatre, and film fields. About "One Hour 2 Live" he notes, " "It is a rarity to be a part of a production that incorporates both entertainment and a strong message. For this, I am Thankful for being part of this excellent production."
Shakirah Ewell (Tisha)
Shakirah Ewell was first introduced to acting as a kid but decided to take it seriously again in 2007 after being inspired by her uncle, actor Dwight Ewell, and Tyler Perry films. She took acting courses at the NJ School of Dramatic Arts and at her alma mater William Paterson University. Shakirah has appeared in a production of "For Colored Girls who have Considered Suicide when the Rainbow is Enuf" and was an extra in the films "just wright" (just wright films) and "the bounty" (columbia pictures.) Aside from acting she hopes to have a career in writing or public relations.
John Geronimo (Priest)
As a Filipino-American, John grew up in Brooklyn, NY and NJ and discovered his passion for acting when he visited his motherland at the age of 14. John participated in athletics in high school and politics in college, graduating with a Business degree & secondary studies in Theatre and Communications. Soon after, he continued his training at the New York Film Academy, Stella Adler Studio of Acting NYC, and Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute LA. John has gained experience working with young writers and directors through film competitions, local plays, and independent films. John notes, "I'm so grateful for the opportunity to work with the inspirational Pastor Princeton Holt, a wonderful cast, and a life changing story."
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