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About Wanda Reinholdt
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Expertise
Questions about how to tap into the richness that is inside you/ find confidence in life and work. Questions about how to create a plan and run with it. Questions about directing and acting and singing. I am not a modeling expert and would prefer that these questions are taken to other experts. Have a long history in piano, voice, acting and directing stage.

Experience
Study of coaching and the application of it for 3 years; own theatre arts business for almost 8 years; Directing Canada and United States in both community and semi-professional arenas

Education/Credentials
personally mentored for 8 years; professionally coached for 4 years; BA in Music and Theatre

   

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In Category  Careers: Acting, Performing, Directing

SubjectDate Asked

Swings10/18/2009
  Q: The cast list for a show that i just auditioned for just went up, and next to my name it says the ...
  A: Travis...And thanks for writing. Congratulations on being cast. Swing usually refers to an ...
Please read and reply. Thank You!9/3/2009
  Q: this is Greata Dreyzina. I'm interested in the entertainment business, looking to get booked. If you ...
  A: Greata...Thanks for writing. And thanks for sharing with me your resume. I'm not sure you are ...
Acting help7/25/2009
  Q: I am a 14 year old girl. I love acting at my school and doing plays or anything that involves ...
  A: Lyndsy...And thanks for writing. It's great that you like to do these things - act and sing. And ...
Singing7/25/2009
  Q: I am a 12 year old female who just LOVES TO SING ALL THE TIME! During Music class, I would volunteer ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing back. I don't live in the Bay area so I am not able to give you any ...
To go with what I love, or to go with what's practical?7/21/2009
  Q: I'm 20 years old, and I know it sounds cliche, but I've absolutely dreamt of being an actress my ...
  A: Anne...And thanks for writing about this very important process of choosing your work and life... I ...
Acting7/14/2009
  Q: Hey i want to become a young actress and i just don't know how to get started and i don't like camps ...
  A: Pooh. Drama is a good start. Keep doing that. Find classes. Do community theatre. Any telephone ...
Singing7/6/2009
  Q: I am a 12 year old female who just LOVES TO SING ALL THE TIME! During Music class, I would volunteer ...
  A: Adrienne... It's really neat that you love to sing AND that you are finding ways to be involved in ...
acting7/6/2009
  Q: and i really want to become an actress. I have little experience (close to none) and have already ...
  A: Cearia. Thanks for writing. Well the first thing I can tell you is that you need to quit being ...
casting cards7/1/2009
  Q: where can i order inexpensive casting cards and how should one look please ?
  A: A.J. Have you tried to Google them? And making them yourself is not a bad idea if you have a good ...
Acting/Singing6/1/2009
  Q: I am a 15 year old girl and I am extremely interested in going into the acting business, and I also ...
  A: Sarah. And thanks for writing. This is a common challenge for people your age. This happens ...
acting5/29/2009
  Q: I would really like to know how professional actors perform. Just say that they are in a movie scene ...
  A: Ash...And thanks for writing. Good question. I just returned from a Provincial competition where I ...
Regarding working in as actor in play production5/26/2009
  Q: I am professional theatre person from India. I wish to work as actor in any one play production ...
  A: Upendra... Well, the best thing I can encourage you to do is to Google the theatres in the area you ...
Regarding working in as actor in play production5/25/2009
  Q: I am professional theatre person from India. I wish to work as actor in any one play production ...
  A: Upendra...And thanks for writing. What is the reason that you wish to work on a production here in ...
casting card5/14/2009
  Q: can you please either send me an example of what a casting card should look like, or explain in ...
  A: Deana...And thanks for writing. Here's some information on casting cards for models who are also ...
Self-Belief with Acting5/4/2009
  Q: What advice can you give me with regaurding acting.For someone like myself,that very much love to ...
  A: Julie. And thanks for writing. What state or province are you writing from? Well, a few things ...
Expenses when directing a play5/2/2009
  Q: For a school project I am making a director's journal about directing the play Miracle by Reza de ...
  A: Chloe, on the other side of the world! Thanks for writing. It sounds to me like you do not ...
Acting/singing, making a dream come true.5/1/2009
  Q: !! I am asking a really important question, and if yuo can help me with it, that'd be awsome!! i am ...
  A: Ajani... Keep developing your voice and your theatrical abilities. Take classes and workshops. ...
Musical Theatre4/16/2009
  Q: My name is Nathalie and I am extremely interested in pursuing some type of musical activity in my ...
  A: Nathalie...And thanks for writing. You are not late at all to start with musical theatre. You have ...
I'm completely lost!4/14/2009
  Q: I hope you can answer this but if you can't, don't worry about it. I was wondering if you could ...
  A: Ariel...Sorry it has taken me a bit to get back to you. I am working on a show right now. What I ...
Confidence Issues...i think?4/13/2009
  Q: I wanted to get a better understanding of this certain part of myself. I can't seem to figure it out ...
  A: ..and thanks for writing. It is really important that you ask this question now. So good for you. ...
I'm completely lost!4/11/2009
  Q: I hope you can answer this but if you can't, don't worry about it. I was wondering if you could ...
  A: Ariel...And thanks for writing. To answer your question, help me understand what level you are at ...
Directing4/6/2009
  Q: I am working on my BA in Technical and Design theatre with an emphasis on Direction. I will be ...
  A: Katie. And thanks for writing... You are being wise thinking about laying a foundation for the ...
acting3/16/2009
  Q: ok well see i really want to take an acting class with my friend,but my mom is against it. Is there ...
  A: Brittany...And thanks for asking. I'm happy to hear that you are interested in taking a class. ...
Actor Advice3/16/2009
  Q: First off, a little about myself, my name is Scott Campbell, I am 28 year old actor based in the ...
  A: SJ...And thanks for writing. You spent a lot of time on your question and I appreciate it. Let me ...
Mollo Management3/12/2009
  Q: Have you ever heard of Mollo management and if so, what do you think of it?
  A: Kristen...And thanks for writing. I have never heard of Mollo Management. I don't live in the New ...
where to begin with very limited funds3/2/2009
  Q: I don't get much support from the parental so now that I'm old enough to take charge of my own ...
  A: Angelica. Thanks for writing. There are film and theatre schools in Vancouver. Would you be ...
Singing2/19/2009
  Q: My name is Maddy and I've known that I wanted to be a singer since I was 5. I couldn't imagine not ...
  A: ..And thanks for writing. First of all, would you mind letting me know how old you are now? That ...
Directing.1/28/2009
  Q: I'm 18years of age, and I'm looking into the Responsibilities of a director and how they it get ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing and asking great questions. It sounds like you are interested in film work. ...
Acting1/18/2009
  Q: i took your advice the last time when you said to get involved with theatre shows to get experienced ...
  A: ..And thanks for writing. Any education and experience is good. Both are good for you. Right now, ...
entertainment1/15/2009
  Q: I'm looking for some idea's. Basically I'm a singer, I have an awesome guitarist, that I've been ...
  A: ..And thanks for writing. It's really good to hear that you are putting yourself out there. That ...
acting1/13/2009
  Q: i live in Ireland and there is not much addition for movies or programs here i have been going to ...
  A: ..And thanks for writing. I am glad to hear that you want to be an actress. That is a good thing. ...
The best city to start a carreer.12/13/2008
  Q: my name is Marc-André (i'm a boy), i am 19 years old and i live in a little city in the province of ...
  A: Marc-Andre. Thanks for writing. You asked this question in a very clear and detailed way. In ...
acting12/10/2008
  Q: ANSWER: Hi Issi...Thanks for writing. So sorry to hear about your mum coming out of the surgery ...
  A: Issi... Are you able to look in your phonebook yellow pages for the area you live in? Look for ...
singing and acting12/8/2008
  Q: My name is Amber, i love to sing and act. The only real problem is that where i live and the school ...
  A: ..Thanks for responding. Well, if there is no place, then there is no place. Then I would say that ...
singing and acting12/8/2008
  Q: My name is Amber, i love to sing and act. The only real problem is that where i live and the school ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing. It's great to hear that you love to sing and act. Is there no community ...
acting12/6/2008
  Q: hi i am 11 years old i love screen acting and i cant get into an acting agency because my mum just ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing. So sorry to hear about your mum coming out of the surgery from cancer. That ...
back stage11/4/2008
  Q: Not interested in seeing the show, but intensly intersted in building sets and moving during ...
  A: ..Oh wow. You have been in community theatre a long time. That's marvelous. Good for you. So ...
back stage11/3/2008
  Q: Not interested in seeing the show, but intensly intersted in building sets and moving during ...
  A: Bill. You are amazing :). Thank you for being willing to work in community theatre behind the ...
Film Music and performance10/24/2008
  Q: my name is Alex and I am an undergraduate student. I am double majoring in piano performance and ...
  A: Alex. And thanks for writing. I actually do not have much of an idea of how to do this myself. ...
Moving to LA to look for acting work9/20/2008
  Q: My name is Jackie, and I’m from Vancouver, BC, Canada. I understand you’re Canadian, so I thought ...
  A: ..And thanks for writing. This is a great question and one that I have not been asked yet on this ...
confidence9/17/2008
  Q: yeah i love to act and sing....but im shy...do you have any advice?
  A: Kayla! Thanks for writing and being willing to look at this. Let me ask you some questions that ...
important9/5/2008
  Q: I m directing some short movies as the following I record a video scenes then I put the suitable ...
  A: I apologize if my answer was not clear. Let me try again. I think that working in music, sound ...
College Major/University Choice7/4/2008
  Q: I recently graduated from high school. I am going to Murray State in Murray, KY next fall. I really ...
  A: Dominique. Good. I am glad that you came to that conclusion about your studies. It never hurts to ...
College Major/University Choice6/30/2008
  Q: I recently graduated from high school. I am going to Murray State in Murray, KY next fall. I really ...
  A: Hey there...Good questions. Being on broadway involves being a performer that is strong and well ...
auditions, opportunities6/26/2008
  Q: well i decied to ask for advise because i really love to act and dance sometimes i even search for ...
  A: ..You are most welcome for the help. Are you able to do some searching online for your local ...
Where to start6/12/2008
  Q: im 16 and ive always wanted to act, im looking into acting classes, and plan on working on acting ...
  A: Lisa. And thanks for writing... This is a great question. Either of those places has a lot of ...
Which city to act in6/8/2008
  Q: My girlfriend and I are trying to do research about what city would be best for her to start her ...
  A: Spencer. And thanks for writing. Although it's true that some cities have a more vibrant ...
I want to work in musical theatre.6/1/2008
  Q: Reinholdt, I have just recently discovered the gem that AllExperts.com is, and I would like to ...
  A: Hey Liz...Wanda here. I'm sorry that it has taken me a while to get back to you. I have been ...
agency5/5/2008
  Q: hey Wanda, I need advice/opinions for signing with agency for commercial department? When i was ...
  A: Hey there Andy. I'm in Alberta so I am not familiar with Vancouver. However, contact agencies. ...
agency5/2/2008
  Q: hey Wanda, I need advice/opinions for signing with agency for commercial department? When i was ...
  A: Hey Andy...And thanks for writing. I think you should definitely go for it. As far as a cover ...
singing4/26/2008
  Q: I'm 14 and getting into acting. I think if i sung, my career with acting will become stronger. I ...
  A: And thanks for writing. Taking singing lessons is one of the best things you can do for yourself ...
Am i Acting Material??4/12/2008
  Q: Hey Wanda, Well i want to become an Actor ( Who dosent) and im not really sure if ill be "acting ...
  A: Hey Mike...Thanks for writing and asking your questions. Regarding looks...Yes, your looks are ...
acting4/9/2008
  Q: i live in south africa but i wanna do my acting job in the states but i do not do any acting at the ...
  A: Wow! South Africa...It's an amazing world we live in if you and I can connect so easily with one ...
hi3/19/2008
  Q: re: ...
  A: ..And thanks for writing. I'm not sure how this gentleman got hooked up with this movie. More than ...
my dream3/16/2008
  Q: I have wanted to be an actor all my life, but my first goal was always to finish school. Im affraid ...
  A: Hey Matthew...And thanks for writing. Having a dream is good. It's what you do with that dream ...
conflicted3/14/2008
  Q: I'm 15 and I've wanted to act since I saw the first Harry Potter film. i was an avid reader of the ...
  A: Lvuoma. And thanks for writing. You attitude is good. You seem to have a balanced approach. You ...
FILMMAKING2/18/2008
  Q: MY NAME IS TANIA AND I'M 28 YEARS OLD. I BEEN WANTING TO GET INTO THE FILM INDUSTRY FOR A FEW YEARS ...
  A: ..And thanks for writing. It's never too late. Of course, the older we get, the harder it is for ...
Tattoos vs acting2/8/2008
  Q: I know for a fact that this subject has been touched on before, but i am planning on getting a ...
  A: and thanks for writing. the only time i think that your tatoo would be a difficulty is if you were ...
Singing/ Acting/ Theatre2/3/2008
  Q: I'm 17 and I'm interested on how to get started in getting a singing/ acting career. I'm pretty sure ...
  A: Neng. And thanks for writing. Well, the best thing to do since you are still in high school is: ...
i want to become a singer.1/20/2008
  Q: is it true that anyone is able to sing? if so is it necessary to to get singing lessons or should i ...
  A: It is not true that any can sing. Many people are born without the natural ability to hear tone. ...
How to get started in singing and acting1/6/2008
  Q: Hey, I'm Alaina. I'm 14 years old and I love to sing and act. That is what I want to do for the rest ...
  A: Sorry it has taken me a little bit to get back to you. I am starting a new show as well as fighting ...
i wanna be a rockstar....12/30/2007
  Q: I have been known to have a good voice since I was younger. I have been in musicals and take ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing and your question. Hmmmm...Well, I think there are a few things I would ...
Acting12/26/2007
  Q: My name is Josh and I am 15 years old. I have wanted to act since I was very small but never really ...
  A: ..Ok. So your family wants you to do something. And you like acting. Keep looking for a bigger ...
Acting12/24/2007
  Q: My name is Josh and I am 15 years old. I have wanted to act since I was very small but never really ...
  A: Hey Josh...Thanks for writing. I'm so glad that you are interested in acting. That's great. Would ...
Acting12/20/2007
  Q: Hey, Im Jane, a 16 years old. Im filipino-chinese and want to be an actress in Japan. I'm currently ...
  A: It's fine for you to take acting classes in school. This theatre class - does it allow you to learn ...
acting12/19/2007
  Q: i am 13 and my family doesnt have a lot of money.i really want to start acting (maybe modeling even ...
  A: Kierra. It's very good of you to answer my questions. I'm happy to hear that you think you have ...
Acting12/19/2007
  Q: Hey, Im Jane, a 16 years old. Im filipino-chinese and want to be an actress in Japan. I'm currently ...
  A: It's interesting how sometimes our parents want something for us and we secretly don't want to do ...
audition speech12/19/2007
  Q: I was wondering if you could help me chose an audition speech. I am auditioning for The National ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing and for your question. And congrats on your audition. Well, have you looked ...
acting12/17/2007
  Q: i am 13 and my family doesnt have a lot of money.i really want to start acting (maybe modeling even ...
  A: So sorry that the event did not turn out to be what you were looking for :( I think it might be ...
Girlfriend actrees12/17/2007
  Q: Wanda, I have a question regarding my girlfriend's acting career. She is doing her 5th or so movie ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing. Let me see if I can help you with this. I will try to give both some help ...
I need info please12/14/2007
  Q: my name is jorge and i'm 17 and i'm researching for a school paper. I'm interested in being a ...
  A: Hey there Jorge. Thanks for writing. And congrats for asking some good questions about directing. ...
acting12/13/2007
  Q: Im 28 years old and want to start a career in acting ,Im looking at film schools for next year and ...
  A: Oh good, Ron. I am glad that that helped. A Canadian eh? Great! So am I. :) Regarding open ...
acting12/12/2007
  Q: Im 28 years old and want to start a career in acting ,Im looking at film schools for next year and ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing. It's interesting that you are starting a career at 28. I was the same way. ...
Help12/12/2007
  Q: hi i need to find an agent could u help me by telling me how and where
  A: It's probably best to find an agent in the city that you either live in or are close to. Have you ...
First steps for getting into acting!12/10/2007
  Q: my names Jessica and I am 17 years old and I am wanting to know what you could tell me on what the ...
  A: fellow Canadian :). It's so neat to hear that you are interested in acting. I want you to know ...
About Acting11/22/2007
  Q: ) just a follow up from your recent answer... 1) i never quite understood what a supporting ...
  A: ..thanks for writing back. And thanks for the vote of confidence :) I'm glad that I can be of some ...
acting11/22/2007
  Q: what if my parents don't want to spend money on an agent or move someplace else.this has been my ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing. I just had another girl write about a similar situation. It's not uncommon ...
Acting Problem11/21/2007
  Q: ], im 13, living in Australia and very interested in acting. I asked my mum if i could do acting ...
  A: ..I really do not mind your questions. So email as much as you like. These are important to think ...
I want to be an actress, there's on eproblem though.....11/14/2007
  Q: Ok, so I really want to be an famous actress. I've always wanted to be on the Disney Channel since I ...
  A: ..Thanks for writing. I have a few thoughts for you: 1. There is another expert on this website ...
actor/actress11/12/2007
  Q: i am doing a presentation for my BTEC Performing Arts Course at school and need to know what a ...
  A: Jeanniiee :) Thanks for writing. If you are talking about a typical day in the life of a ...
who can tell me my feet are beautiful or not as a perfect foot model10/11/2007
  Q: i am a chinese girl. but i am living in canada now . i am not sure my feet are beautiful or not as ...
  A: Welcome to Canada. Thanks for writing and asking your question. Although modeling is part of this ...
Acting requirements9/14/2007
  Q: hey just want to ask... what's the requirements to become an actress? i mean like, what do I need to ...
  A: ..Japan eh? Well, that is kind of out of my league. I know nothing about Japanese theatre or the ...
Acting requirements9/13/2007
  Q: hey just want to ask... what's the requirements to become an actress? i mean like, what do I need to ...
  A: Hey Janessa, Congrats on being interested in acting. I wish you all the best as you look to your ...

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