Announcing Actor of the Month November 2010 Lauren Bray!

Twelve-year old Lauren Bray has always exhibited a unique interest in acting: drama, comedy and improv.  One time, she caught unsuspecting family and friends by strategically placing her very real-looking plastic roach where it was ‘discovered,’ and then joined in with “surprised screams.”  Another one of Lauren‘s practical productions involved her wearing a fake bloody finger to school, lavishing concerned teachers and shocked fellow students with highly credible, sympathy-inducing stories about her “injury” until…the lack of nail polish tipped them off to the hoax.  Creator, writer, producer, director, actor…  Lauren is a solo tween entertainment powerhouse who loves to laugh, and share her joy with others.

Mitra Hosseini— Lauren’s talentorium Talent Executive—recalls the first time she met the Bray family: 

“I knew Lauren would excel from Day One! Her wonderful energy, great sense of humor and carefree demeanor stood out right away.”   

When Lauren began taking classes at talentorium, she knew she was in the perfect place to learn the valuable skills that would help her become more effective in acting and in other areas of her life.

In addition to entertaining people, Lauren diligently applies herself to her school studies, as her name’s presence on the yearly Honor Roll attests!  The lessons she learns in acting class reinforce the importance of working hard and persevering in every endeavor.  Lauren sees how rewarding it can be when she gives her best in whatever she does.  “Be on time, know your lines, do your homework, and take direction well…" …these instructions she heeds from her acting class open up myriads of opportunities for growth and success in her acting career, her middle school work, and everywhere else in life.

Lauren’s mother, Diane, explains: “The classes have helped her be more comfortable and confident in front of other people and the camera.  Cultivating improvisational skills has helped Lauren be mentally flexible and creative.  As a result, she enjoys writing her own commercials.”  Acting coach Montré Burton, one of Lauren's instructors, said 

“It is very apparent as soon as you meet and begin to work with Lauren that she has something special, both artistically and personally.  Lauren’s personality is a magnificent example of a belief I hold dear: only by putting your best foot forward in life will you become the best artist you can be.”

Lauren—who could have picked any one of several dozen commercials talentorium makes available to its students—chose instead to perform one of her original commercials at her very first Agent Showcase.  Her decision paid off!  After being invited to a callback audition, she is now thrilled to have top-notch agent and management representation.

Lauren’s parents understand the importance of training, and have enrolled her in an Advanced On-Camera class, which she attends two days a week.  Lauren attends this class so that she is fully prepared to book the job when her agent and manager send her on auditions.  A young actor with these professional skills also impresses producers, directors, casting directors, and cast and crew alike.  

Mitra adds: “having supportive parents and family is very important to any child's future, especially when it comes to pursuing acting.  Lauren is blessed to have a wonderful Mom
& Dad in her life.”

Lauren is now looking forward to upcoming auditions, adventures and…ongoing training!