By: Charles Mombo
Beautiful actress N.K Gutierrez plays the role of Joanne Jefferson in RENT
N.K Gutierrez who plays the role of Joanne Jefferson in RENT made it happen for herself after she responded, auditioned and landed the role. The role for Joanne Jefferson was published in an ad in the PerformInk Audition notice. Performink is a Chicago theatre industry newspaper that includes show openings and reviews, audition listings, and industry and union news for Chicago actors, directors, dancers, designers, and other theatre professionals. Without a doubt, N.K is in good company of other outstanding RENT members. HALO's Productions features the kind of powerful cast that they have become known for.
N.K did not get the role of Joanne Jefferson in RENT just out of college. She previously played numerous roles including a prominent role in Village Players' production of "Suddenly Last Summer," Tennessee William's classic gem. She played the role of a nun, Sister Felicity.
In a world where it is commonly perceived that beauty and brains rarely co-exist, N.K breaks that mold. She holds dual bachelor's degree in Fashion: Textiles and Clothing in Business and Psychology from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Missouri. She is a self-described "Blaxican" – A person who is racially mixed with African-American and Mexican. She grew up in Topeka, Kansas under the care of her loving Mexican mother in humble surroundings. She moved to the Chicago area four years ago to pursue her dreams. N.K's engaging personality and professional demeanor combined with her infectious and magnetic personality make for a very powerful and effective actor that is second to none. At times during our conversation, I could feel her energy and ability to move people to higher ground both personally and professionally. In my opinion, she clearly demonstrated a unique ability to inspire people.
Though acting is her first love, she also enjoys writing and performing spoken word. When faced with the question of where she sees herself in the next ten years she confidently replied, "Effecting change through important film roles that truly inspire and move others." She also noted that she has always wanted her own talk show. If she had the opportunity to work with any actor it would undoubtedly be Hillary Swank because her ability to melt into a character is unparalleled, and I would love to witness her process.
The Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, RENT, by Jonathan Larson, begins it’s run at the Paramount Theatre for its Premiere weekend! The story integrates contemporary music and dance to tell an emotional tale about a community of young artists who celebrate life while struggling to make it in New York’s East Village. Based on Giacomo Puccini's opera La Bohème, RENT- The Musical is a modern day story of love and loyalty that utilizes pop, rock 'n roll, R&B and Latin. By doing so, it single-handedly reinvigorated Broadway. Produced by Joseph Robinson, HALO Productions brings you a show that will lead you on a whirlwind roller coaster ride of passion and song, leaving you breathless and begging for more. Directed by Award-Winner Angelique Goitia-Daugherty with Music, Set and Tech Direction by Michael Fudala, Choreography by International NBA All-Star Dancer, Shanon Lersch along with Genna Walden, and featuring a phenomenal cast, you don't want to miss your chance to experience this inspiring show, RENT, and learn why there's truly "no day but today."
The musical was first seen in a limited three-week Workshop production at the New York Theatre Workshop in 1994. This same New York City off-Broadway theatre was also the musical's initial home following its official January 25, 1996, opening. The show's creator, Jonathan Larson, died suddenly the night before the off-Broadway premiere.
RENT – The Musical scheduled run at the Paramount Theatre and the West Aurora HS Auditorium are as follows:
November 6, 2009/7:30 pm
November 6, 2009/8:00 pm
Paramount Theatre
23 East Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL 60506
November 13 & 14/ 8pm
West Aurora HS Auditorium
1201 West New York St., Aurora, IL 60506
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Wow, it's great to know we have such talent coming to our city. Definitely an inspiration to those who feel like giving up. Big ups on this article, makes me know quiting is not an option. You have to start at the bottom and work your way up.
Wonderful seeing such an intelligent and talented starlet push forward in living out her dreams. I had the pleasure of meeting N.K. Gutierrez some years ago and was impressed by her engaging personality and illustrated range of interests and skills. Good luck to you on all of your future endeavors.
You are truly a beauty with talents. Good luck in your endeavors.
Ms. Guutierrez may be a "famous" talented actress now, but she was a bully when she was younger. Seemed to enjoy making others life hell. Im glad to see she has grown up some!
Great article, I especially like what you had to say in the last paragraph.