DAYNAKNEELAND

I had been cast as a narrator for the first time. Despite years of training, there I was, knees knocking, dripping with sweat, feeling naked without a scene partner. Everything I did felt…disconnected... It was as if time stood still and a little light came on that we could all see. In an instant, I realized that I was a vehicle. It was humbling in a way I'd never forget. From then on, I knew my passion was to teach, but not actors in character…... I became obsessed with community engaged theatre and helped people living with multiple barriers to overcome stage fright and share powerful messages with their community.