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December 8, 2020

S2 035: Jenn Lyon

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F*%k that Noise!

Born and raised in North Carolina, Jenn Lyon is an award-winning stage actress who recently made the leap to film and television work. She moved to New York after graduating from the North Carolina School of the Arts and has worked extensively in theatre ever since. Theatre highlights include appearing on Broadway in the American premiere of Tom Stoppard’s trilogy, “The Coast of Utopia” (11 TONY awards) and Larry David’s hit comedy “Fish in the Dark.” Her Off-Broadway credits include A.R. Gurney’s “The Wayside Motor Inn” (Drama Desk Ensemble Award) and the premiere of Kenneth Lonergan’s “Hold on to Me Darling” at the Atlantic Theatre (New York Times Best Plays of 2016). In addition, she has originated roles in world premiere works such as John Guare’s “Are You There MacPhee?”.

Lyon has shared both stage and screen time with Tim Olyphant in both “Hold On To Me Darling” and as his love interest in FX’s “Justified” Seasons 3 and 4, and starred opposite George Lopez and Danny Trejo in the sitcom “Saint George.” Other television appearances include “Army Wives”, “Louie”, and “Crashing” (soon to air on HBO). Film credits include “Phil Spector” with Al Pacino and Helen Mirren, and indies “Flower Shop” and “Lemon”. She recently completed production on a film titled “Blaze”, directed by Ethan Hawke.

Jenn has been very outspoken about body positivity and owning her curves—not to mention women’s reproductive rights. She’s received some flack for being so opinionated, and she doesn’t care—she’s one who uses her voice and platform to make a difference, and she’s not stopping anytime soon.

Jenn has had quite a journey in life and is no doubt using that road traveled to help inspire others. For years she struggled with an eating disorder that came close to ending her life, and thanks to the Renfrew Center in NYC was able to get the treatment she needed. Jenn is showing other women that it’s okay to take up space (we’re not all a size 2), and it’s okay to have a voice and to use it. It’s all about being healthy. (Alara please use for IG)

Jenn Lyon currently stars in TNT’s CLAWS.

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QUOTES:

“I can give you a sonnet, and I can give you armpit farts- which not a lot of ladies can do! But I can!”

“I’ve always been good at the science of comedy on stage… but now I felt like I was able to take pauses and let shit breathe in a way that I never had before.”

“We prioritize knowing over learning. I am retraining my brain to prioritize learning over knowing.”

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Credits:

WRITER: Nicole Steinwedell
SOUND DESIGN: Zachary Jameson
WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
SOCIAL OUTREACH: Bebe Katsenes

March 27, 2018

BONUS: Warner Loughlin

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Warner Loughlin has been coaching on set and privately for more than 20 years. Known for her warmth and intuitive approach, her technique shatters the myth that an actor’s past emotional traumas must be the fuel or foundation for their work.

In her earlier days in New York, Warner studied theatre with Lee Strasberg, Sonia Moore, and Michael Kahn (head of the drama department at Julliard from 1992-2006). Once in LA, Warner focused on film and TV, working as an actor, director and producer. She opened Warner Loughlin Studios in 1996 and has since worked with and shaped the careers of some of the biggest actors in Hollywood. From Oscar, Emmy and Tony nominees and winners, Warner is a star among the stars.

Warner continuously works with Amy Adams, Ryan Reynolds, Zooey Deschanel, Ashley Williams, Valerie Cruz, George Lopez, Amber Valletta, Blake Lively, and Ginnifer Goodwin…just to name a few.

While the demand for her time and expertise is high, Warner will always have a place in her heart (and schedule) for beginning actors.

Warner studied Contemporary Literature and Shakespeare at Oxford University and received her Bachelor of Arts degree, with honors, from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Tune into our Interview on iTunes HERE

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QUOTES:

“The perfection of acting lies in the imperfection of it all. Just like life.” | CLICK TO TWEET

“When I used substitution as my technique, it threw me into a depression for a few days and I realized I had to come up with a different way to form emotions in the brain for acting.”

“Ego is the great killer of creativity.” | CLICK TO TWEET

“I started applying psychology and imagery worlds to my characters and this technique birthed.”

“Actions speak louder than words, behavior patterns speak louder than the lines written.”

“I’m there to help the director’s vision come forth. I am a translator for the director to the actor and vise versa.”

“There is a scientific reason why smells evoke emotions.”

“As an on set coach, I am a translator. I can speak director ‘talk’ and I can speak actor ‘talk’.”

“I am there to be there to help an actor get to the emotion organically.”

“The best acting is when you are fearless.” | CLICK TO TWEET

“Content breeds confidence.” | CLICK TO TWEET

“Actors are a special type of bred who are vulnerable. And we all fear that we won’t do a good job.”

“There are ways to achieve fearlessness in your craft.”

“This is a 60 year career not a 6 year career. Enjoy the journey.” | CLICK TO TWEET

“The path you choose is the journey you take.” | CLICK TO TWEET

“I want actors to be abel to work in a healthy way and in a powerful way without torturing themselves.”

George Lopez

S2 035: Jenn Lyon