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Podcast Episode 98 with Rachael Markarian:
Summary:
Rachael Markarian is an actress & dancer training throughout Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles. Despite being told she would never be a dancer based on a physical disability she was born with, Rachael immersed herself in the performing arts at a very young age. She fine tuned her skills while pursuing her dream to become a triple threat and now is an acclaimed actress and model in Hollywood.
About how Rachael Markarian started her life as a dancer: 6:10
Rachael is the youngest in the family with her two elder brothers and was very shy as a child. She used to hide in her mother’s skirt because she was so shy! Her mother took her to dance classes so that she would learn to feel more comfortable with other people. Even though she was born with legs and hips that were completed inverted and needed to wear braces, she attended class - and hated it at first. It was hard, painful, and she had to work harder at it than the rest of the kids. When Rachael was 12 years old, she finally realized that she loved to dance.
The power of positive thinking: 11:04
Rachael could have easily chosen not to pursue dancing because of her disability, but she challenged herself to work hard and rise about the situation. She used the power of positive thinking and never took failure as a finality, but always as an opportunity to do things better the next time.
Rachael’s professional career 21:11
While Rachael worked as a model for awhile, she is not transitioning into her career as an actress. Rachael swears that one’s mentality sets them apart from others, and that it’s all about confidence and the vision you have for yourself. It’s so important to believe in yourself that you are doing what you are meant to do.
Getting used of the rejection in the entertainment industry. 30:43
Rachael’s way of dealing rejection is by using redirection. Rachael’s perspective at tough auditions was to do her best, have fun with it, and take the opportunity to do what she loved and showcase her talent.
Rachael’s gained respect and success: 42:19
Rachael now works as a professional dancer, touring and dancing alongside artists such as Rihanna, Katy Perry, Pink, Kanye West and Justin Timberlake to name a few. In addition, she's had much success as an actress in Film, TV and Commercials, allowing her to work with some of the industries top directors & producers. Rachael trained with Stella Adler's protégé, Arthur Mendoza at The Actors Circle Theatre in Hollywood for many years, fine tuning her skills and perfecting her technique. She now studies with Cameron Thor at Carter Thor Studios, and with Candy Kaniecki. Knowing there's an advantage to being a multifaceted entertainer, Rachael brings a lot to the table as an artist. You can see her in 2013 in Steven Soderbergh's new film with Michael Douglas, Behind The Candelabra, also the film Lucky Stiff, starring Jason Alexander, as well as Fuse TV's new show The Hustle.
Rachael’s Greatest Advice: 49:05
“Find out what your heart beats for, what gets you excited, and then do that whether it’s a profession or hobby, and have a sense of excitement and gratitude!”
Links:
Twitter: @RachelMarkarian
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By Valerie Grothwww.InspirationwithVal.com
Podcast Episode 98 with Rachael Markarian:
Summary:
Rachael Markarian is an actress & dancer training throughout Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles. Despite being told she would never be a dancer based on a physical disability she was born with, Rachael immersed herself in the performing arts at a very young age. She fine tuned her skills while pursuing her dream to become a triple threat and now is an acclaimed actress and model in Hollywood.
About how Rachael Markarian started her life as a dancer: 6:10
Rachael is the youngest in the family with her two elder brothers and was very shy as a child. She used to hide in her mother’s skirt because she was so shy! Her mother took her to dance classes so that she would learn to feel more comfortable with other people. Even though she was born with legs and hips that were completed inverted and needed to wear braces, she attended class - and hated it at first. It was hard, painful, and she had to work harder at it than the rest of the kids. When Rachael was 12 years old, she finally realized that she loved to dance.
The power of positive thinking: 11:04
Rachael could have easily chosen not to pursue dancing because of her disability, but she challenged herself to work hard and rise about the situation. She used the power of positive thinking and never took failure as a finality, but always as an opportunity to do things better the next time.
Rachael’s professional career 21:11
While Rachael worked as a model for awhile, she is not transitioning into her career as an actress. Rachael swears that one’s mentality sets them apart from others, and that it’s all about confidence and the vision you have for yourself. It’s so important to believe in yourself that you are doing what you are meant to do.
Getting used of the rejection in the entertainment industry. 30:43
Rachael’s way of dealing rejection is by using redirection. Rachael’s perspective at tough auditions was to do her best, have fun with it, and take the opportunity to do what she loved and showcase her talent.
Rachael’s gained respect and success: 42:19
Rachael now works as a professional dancer, touring and dancing alongside artists such as Rihanna, Katy Perry, Pink, Kanye West and Justin Timberlake to name a few. In addition, she's had much success as an actress in Film, TV and Commercials, allowing her to work with some of the industries top directors & producers. Rachael trained with Stella Adler's protégé, Arthur Mendoza at The Actors Circle Theatre in Hollywood for many years, fine tuning her skills and perfecting her technique. She now studies with Cameron Thor at Carter Thor Studios, and with Candy Kaniecki. Knowing there's an advantage to being a multifaceted entertainer, Rachael brings a lot to the table as an artist. You can see her in 2013 in Steven Soderbergh's new film with Michael Douglas, Behind The Candelabra, also the film Lucky Stiff, starring Jason Alexander, as well as Fuse TV's new show The Hustle.
Rachael’s Greatest Advice: 49:05
“Find out what your heart beats for, what gets you excited, and then do that whether it’s a profession or hobby, and have a sense of excitement and gratitude!”
Links:
Twitter: @RachelMarkarian