Welcome to another inspiring episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! In this episode, Linedy sits down with the phenomenal Christiani Pitts to discuss the beautiful and challenging "in-between" spaces of a performer's life. After kicking things off with a game of dominoes, where they bond over focaccia sandwiches, airport arrival habits, and reality TV like The Secret Life of Mormon Wives, the conversation gets real. Christiani opens up about the struggle to separate her identity from her career, sharing a powerful reminder that artists are "human beings, not human doings". Outside of her acting, she reveals her pandemic-born passion for canvas painting and her self-proclaimed skills as an overthinking private investigator.
The duo also dives deep into the realities of balancing motherhood with a demanding theater schedule. Christiani vulnerably shares her initial fears of how her pregnancy might alter industry perceptions, and the beautiful, warm support she ultimately received from her director and community. From reminiscing about sharing the exact same dressing room at the Broadway Theatre to swapping chisme about her "Roman Empire" of apocalypse prepping and throwback perreo anthems, this episode is packed with humor and heart. Finally, Christiani shares the magic behind her current romantic comedy stage hit, breaking down the quintessential New York energy of Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York.
Christiani Pitts is a powerhouse stage and screen actress, currently starring as Robin Rainey in Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York. She is widely celebrated for her stunning leading roles on Broadway, including starring as Ann Darrow in King Kong and Jane in A Bronx Tale. On screen, Christiani shines as Pernessa Reid on the Starz hit series Power Book III: Raising Kanan and stars as Beverly Stratford in the Netflix film Resort to Love. A devoted mother to her daughter, Zora, Christiani continues to captivate audiences with her authentic performances and undeniable talent.
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