lights, scripts & chill vibes
HANGING WITH LIZA DENNIS, DRAMA COACH EXTRAORDINAIRE!
Hey there, CBK fans! It’s Max and Uma here, and wow, do we have a treat for you. Our latest podcast episode features none other than the incredible Liza Dennis. She’s like a total boss in the acting world, and we’re still buzzing from everything she shared. So buckle up, because here’s what went down when we got to chat with her!
The Journey Begins
Liza didn’t just wake up one day and become this awesome actor-director-casting-guru. Nope! She told us she started out in drama class at school, just like a lot of us. Watching movies and going to musicals as a kid gave her that spark, and then she followed her dream all the way to drama school. She said acting is all about telling stories and connecting to people. How cool is that?
Oh, and get this: she auditioned for this 80s show called Young Talent Time and totally bombed (her words, not ours 😂). But she kept going, and now she’s living proof that practice, and passion make a difference!
Living Is Acting
Liza had this amazing advice for anyone dreaming of being an actor: "Acting is living." That means you’ve got to live your life, try new things, and meet people so your acting feels real. She reminded us not to get too obsessed with “making it” and forget to actually enjoy life. Honestly, it was like a lightbulb moment for us. 💡
Meditation & Chill Vibes
Okay, so Liza also teaches meditation, and she uses it to help actors stay calm and connected. She’s all about making sets less scary and more fun. She even did meditation sessions on Planet Lulin! We both remember feeling super chill after those sessions, which helped us crush our scenes. Uma may or may not have fallen asleep once (don’t judge).
Dramaturg Superpowers
We met Liza as the dramaturg on Planet Lulin. If you’re like, “What even is a dramaturg?” don’t worry, we had the same question! Turns out, she’s like an acting coach, a therapist, and a cheerleader all rolled into one. She helps actors break down scripts, find their character’s emotions, and even choreograph scenes. Oh, and she’s a total pro at making you feel like you’ve got this. Seriously, we’d give her all the gold stars. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Writing Stories and Dreaming Big
Here’s another thing that makes Liza epic: she’s also a screenwriter! She told us she started writing her own scripts because she wanted roles that really spoke to her. She even won an award for one of her scripts—Hollywood level stuff, people! She encouraged us (and you, too!) to try writing. She said it’s a great way to be creative when you’re not acting. You never know—you could write your dream role!
Max & Uma’s Favorite Advice
Liza said something we’ll never forget: “It’s a journey, not a race.” It’s like she knows exactly what we’re going through! Acting takes time, practice, and patience, and you have to be kind to yourself. Even if you don’t land every role, just getting out there and trying is a huge win. Oh, and she said every role you play is a chance to give a voice to someone who doesn’t usually get heard. Mind blown. 💥
The Fun Part
We couldn’t let Liza go without playing a game. Let’s just say she was not ready for the pressure. 😂 She nailed “dog” as an animal starting with “D,” but completely blanked on fruit (spoiler: the answer was dragon fruit). We still think she crushed it, though.
Why We Love Liza
Liza Dennis is more than an acting coach—she’s a mentor, a motivator, and just a super kind human. She reminded us that acting is about connecting, not just with the audience, but with yourself. And honestly, her passion and energy are so contagious, we want to meditate, write, and act all at once now.
So, if you haven’t already, go listen to this episode. We promise it’s full of laughs, wisdom, and all the good vibes. Let us know what you think and, as always, hit us up with your stories. We might just feature you in the next blog or podcast!
Catch you next time, Max & Uma 🌟🎬🎙️
