BIO
From the very first step of a dance recital at the age of five, Deborah knew what she wanted to do with her life.
Like every small town kid with a dream she watched TV film after TV film of her first idols, Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, and Donald O’Connor. She appeared in numerous plays and musicals all through elementary school and junior high. Things really kicked into gear in high school were the productions were top notch and the competition a little more fierce. She approached every role like it might be her last, and her hard work paid off when she played “Zaneeta” in “The Music Man” too glowing reviews. Her fate was sealed, no going back now, an actor’s life it would be.
Her first stop on the way to Hollywood would be the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, here she learned the basics, but she was hungry for more and moved into her first Hollywood apartment. She landed an agent and began auditioning, she found her first work here in Los Angeles in commercials, but still she wanted more. Deborah is a big believer in training, and when you’re not working, you should be in a class somewhere working out and honing your craft. Even if every teacher only helped you develop and reveal one piece of who you are that’s one piece you didn’t have before. Some of the teachers she admires and respects are, Martin Landau, Penny Allen, Mark Rydell, Barbara Bain Jeremiah Comey and especially Joanne Linville, not just for her acting skills, but for giving her the love of words. Some of the teachers she applauds for the inspiration they give to every student, some for the gift they have of helping you get in touch with the feelings and emotions that society tells you to bury, and others for helping you fine tune your instrument.
The multi-talented actress, Deborah has appeared in numerous plays around the Los Angeles area, including “Ashley” in the Actors Studio world premiere run of George Furth’s, “Sex Sex Sex Sex Sex and Sex” where she adopted a southern accent and wowed the house and her fellow actors with her performance. In her theatre debut she played “Kaleria” in the surreal production of Maxim Gorlky's “Summerfolk” which won the Critics Pick in the LA Times, The LA Weekly, and Backstage . She played “Lula” in Anthony Montgomery’s production of “Dutchman” to standing ovations and rave reviews across the boards. Most Notably Deborah Starred in the Los Angeles Revival Of John Patrick Shanley's "Danny And The Deep Blue Sea ." Under Michael Arabian's direction this hit production ran for six months to sold out audiences. Receiving 12 Critic's Picks including the LA Times,The LA Weekly, Back Stage and garnering several award nominations including "Best two person Show". Deborah brings versatility, passion and a piece of herself to every role.
Deborah appeared on the Bernie Mac show, embracing her funny bone and playing off the hilarious late great Bernie Mac, and the talented Wesley Snipes. Continuing her comedy education she played opposite Nicole Park & Boris Kodjoe on UPNs “Second Time Around” She also appeared in director Rudi Liden’s ground breaking film “The Confession” a film that has now gone on to set precedents as a teaching tool on how to edit a film. Deborah was seen on the Lifetime channel as “Emily” in the cult film “Patient 14” (renamed “Eavesdropper” for airing). The film also starred Costas Mandylor, John De Lancie, and George Takei.
Now for you Trekkie fans or for anyone paying attention, Deborah has appeared with actors from three different “Star Trek” series, George Takei from the original series, John De Lancie from The Next Generation, and Anthony Montgomery, from Enterprise. To her surprise this has caused her name to pop up on many a Star Trek website.
One of Deborah’s greatest honors came when she became a lifetime member of “The Actors Studio” a dream and a goal she doesn’t take lightly. “This is one of the few safe places an actor can fail in order to grow.” Not only are the sessions taught by actors whose careers span a lifetime, but the guest teachers, speakers, and actors actor’s who drop by the tiny studio for a one on one, including Sidney Poitier, Eli Wallach, Sally Field, and Al Pacino. All to share knowledge, insight, stories, and inspiration, to a room full of fellow actors who live, breathe, and sleep the craft of acting.
Patty Smith, Walt Whitman, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Jalal al Din Muhammad Rumi are some of her favorite poets.
Like every small town kid with a dream she watched TV film after TV film of her first idols, Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, and Donald O’Connor. She appeared in numerous plays and musicals all through elementary school and junior high. Things really kicked into gear in high school were the productions were top notch and the competition a little more fierce. She approached every role like it might be her last, and her hard work paid off when she played “Zaneeta” in “The Music Man” too glowing reviews. Her fate was sealed, no going back now, an actor’s life it would be.
Her first stop on the way to Hollywood would be the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, here she learned the basics, but she was hungry for more and moved into her first Hollywood apartment. She landed an agent and began auditioning, she found her first work here in Los Angeles in commercials, but still she wanted more. Deborah is a big believer in training, and when you’re not working, you should be in a class somewhere working out and honing your craft. Even if every teacher only helped you develop and reveal one piece of who you are that’s one piece you didn’t have before. Some of the teachers she admires and respects are, Martin Landau, Penny Allen, Mark Rydell, Barbara Bain Jeremiah Comey and especially Joanne Linville, not just for her acting skills, but for giving her the love of words. Some of the teachers she applauds for the inspiration they give to every student, some for the gift they have of helping you get in touch with the feelings and emotions that society tells you to bury, and others for helping you fine tune your instrument.
The multi-talented actress, Deborah has appeared in numerous plays around the Los Angeles area, including “Ashley” in the Actors Studio world premiere run of George Furth’s, “Sex Sex Sex Sex Sex and Sex” where she adopted a southern accent and wowed the house and her fellow actors with her performance. In her theatre debut she played “Kaleria” in the surreal production of Maxim Gorlky's “Summerfolk” which won the Critics Pick in the LA Times, The LA Weekly, and Backstage . She played “Lula” in Anthony Montgomery’s production of “Dutchman” to standing ovations and rave reviews across the boards. Most Notably Deborah Starred in the Los Angeles Revival Of John Patrick Shanley's "Danny And The Deep Blue Sea ." Under Michael Arabian's direction this hit production ran for six months to sold out audiences. Receiving 12 Critic's Picks including the LA Times,The LA Weekly, Back Stage and garnering several award nominations including "Best two person Show". Deborah brings versatility, passion and a piece of herself to every role.
Deborah appeared on the Bernie Mac show, embracing her funny bone and playing off the hilarious late great Bernie Mac, and the talented Wesley Snipes. Continuing her comedy education she played opposite Nicole Park & Boris Kodjoe on UPNs “Second Time Around” She also appeared in director Rudi Liden’s ground breaking film “The Confession” a film that has now gone on to set precedents as a teaching tool on how to edit a film. Deborah was seen on the Lifetime channel as “Emily” in the cult film “Patient 14” (renamed “Eavesdropper” for airing). The film also starred Costas Mandylor, John De Lancie, and George Takei.
Now for you Trekkie fans or for anyone paying attention, Deborah has appeared with actors from three different “Star Trek” series, George Takei from the original series, John De Lancie from The Next Generation, and Anthony Montgomery, from Enterprise. To her surprise this has caused her name to pop up on many a Star Trek website.
One of Deborah’s greatest honors came when she became a lifetime member of “The Actors Studio” a dream and a goal she doesn’t take lightly. “This is one of the few safe places an actor can fail in order to grow.” Not only are the sessions taught by actors whose careers span a lifetime, but the guest teachers, speakers, and actors actor’s who drop by the tiny studio for a one on one, including Sidney Poitier, Eli Wallach, Sally Field, and Al Pacino. All to share knowledge, insight, stories, and inspiration, to a room full of fellow actors who live, breathe, and sleep the craft of acting.
Patty Smith, Walt Whitman, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Jalal al Din Muhammad Rumi are some of her favorite poets.
