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EHUD SEGEV "Happiness in New York City?" is Ehud Segev's first short film. Segev arrived to the US from Israel where he was known as an actor and entertainer. In a short period of time, since he arrived, he was acting on different stages in New York City (Chashama Theatre "Sleeping in Tomorrow", Trilogy Theatre "Hamlet", Theatre for The New City "Kaddish in East Jerusalem", Wings Theatre "Manhattan Towers", Vital Theatre "Out of Focus" and others). Segev appeared on a few specials for the History Channel NBC, BBC, the WB channel, NY1, Montel Williams and others. He was featured on the hit TV series "Phenomenon" on primetime NBC in 2007. Ehud performed in Phenomenon after NBC bought the concept of the Israeli show "The Successor" that broke all rating records in Israel. Ehud appeared in the Israeli version and after auditioning to the american version - he was cast as one of the Phenomenons. Segev has an artistic, different point of view about the world. His philosophy in his creations is always to give an "Added Value" to everything, especially the small details. Segev performed as a lead role in a few Israeli films - and now he will portray the character of Daniel in his short film. The concept for the script popped up when Segev and Boaz Tcherikover were sitting in a small coffee shop downtown Manhattan; talking about life. Then Segev had the idea of making a short film about a guy that makes everyone else happy, but can't find his own happiness. The two really liked the idea and Segev started writing the script. It was a matter of 72 hours before the first draft of the script was ready, and the concept was pushed into pre-production phase. To surf to Ehud Segev's official website click here: www.EhudSegev.com
Ronny Merdinger, pioneer Israeli filmmaker and one of the most prominent female producers in the Middle East . Shifted into high production gear when she was drafted to the special filming unit of the Israeli Defense Force - she proved to be a sophisticated and on-target professional. Ronny has been producing for the biggest TV networks world-wide. Today, located in New York City , she is working on this special short film ‘Happiness in New York City ?” and feels she can contribute immensely to this intriguing production. Aside from being renowned for her production skills, Merdinger is also the founder of Israeli Society for the Abolition of Vivisection.
ANDREW BELOFSKY Andrew Belofsky is licensed to practice law in the New York -New Jersey-Washington D.C. areas. Much of his legal background has been focused on commercial litigation, contracts, entertainment and intellectual property law. The flipside of Andrew's life has been spent in the arts and entertainment industry. Since the age of 5, he has performed on stage both on and off Broadway. Some of his performances include: “Cabaret”, “The Glass Menagerie”, “Miss Saigon”, “Annie”, “The Doll House” and “No Exit”. Andrew worked his way into film with minor roles in “The Closet”, “We Were Soldiers”, “Druid Hills”, “The Final Four”, “Luminosity” and “Walks in the Park”. More recently, Andrew began working behind the scenes on innovative independent projects. He co-wrote and directed “Closets” and “Family Life” and assisted in the production of “Loverboy”, “Clockwork”, and “Within Classrooms”. He has co-directed and casted for a multitude of reality shows produces by MTV including “Room Raiders”. Happiness in New York City is the newest project which Andrew is producing and co-directing. This short is also his first foray as a cinematographer. In addition, Andrew is a songwriter and musician. He has published numerous lyrics and instrumental pieces used in club mixes, poetry readings and magazines. He is currently working on singles to be released including “Writer's Block”, “Endangered Parasite” and “Friendly Conversation”.
MOZIKO Moziko arrived to New York City two and a half years ago from Israel with the dream of giving the knowledge of the Israeli and Arabic issues from the view point of the entertainer. He truly believes that music has more power to move people than a politician. He came to the US because he believes that this is the central influence on the world and a great place to begin making changes. Moziko produces his own music with a home studio that he built, and he helps other young artists / bands with their music. He is inspired musically by: Michael Jackson, Prince, U2, Billy Joel, queen, Middle Eastern Music and Heavy Rock. Moziko's music is inspired by rock and pop with a Middle Eastern influence. It is neither Israeli or Arabic music nor it does have a straight message, such as, peace, war, or any other type of opinion. “I am putting my full heart into my performance and music with no fear or doubts and I am going for it all the way”, he says. To surf to Moziko's official website click here: www.moziko.com
JENNIFER MALLOY Jennifer is proud to join the cast of Happiness in New York City? and looks forward to tackling the multidimensional role of Sheryl. Recent theatre credits include: THE MIDDLE BEAST (La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club); PROOF (Gloucester Stage Co.); JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Actors Studio); Terrence McNally's SWEET EROS and Doug Wright's WILDWOOD PARK (Bleecker Street Theatre). A member of the Actors Studio, Jennifer recently shot a television pilot with Jaid Barrymore that will be pitched to HBO and Showtime networks. Raised in southern New Jersey, Jennifer holds a History degree from Vassar College and an MFA from the Actors Studio Drama School.
JIVELLE CALLENDER During her youth in her hometown of Panama City, Panama Jivelle Callender pursued dance and choreography and appeared in National Musicals including "Man of La Mancha". After studying Dance & Education in Baltimore, she moved to NYC to study Performing Arts Administration at NYU. She also continued studying acting and finally fulfilled to her dream of pursuing acting full time. She has recently appeared on "Chappelle Show", "All My Children" and independent projects such as "Stolen" & "Haze" (Berlin Film Festival). She will play the role of The Waitress in Happiness in New York.
SHEILA GLENN Sheila Glenn is delighted to play the nurturing mother in this wonderfully simple, wonderfully complex coming of age story. Three years ago, Sheila returned to the home where she grew up – in Middletown , New York – after spending 10 years in Florida and 15 in Texas . Sheila's career has been in a constant state of evolution. In her earlier years Sheila was primarily a dancer, dancing in several companies in upstate New York and Florida , and in musicals such as Brigadoon, Carousel and Fiddler. Sheila started working on her singing which led her to Palm Beach Opera Chorus, Austin Gilbert and Sullivan Society, Austin Musical Theater and most recently Hudson Opera Guild where she sang in the chorus of Handel's Julius Caesar. As an actress Sheila has been a background actor in over 20 productions, most notably the Manchurian Candidate and Home Fries. She has been doing re-enactments for Japanese Television on stage she has done such diverse projects as: Agamemnon, Crimes of The Heart, Shrapnel of The Heart, Ten Little Indians and Separate Tables. Concurrent with Happiness in New York City ? She is preparing for the role of Fraulein Schneider in Summer Stars Production of Cabaret. Thanks to Ehud, Andrew and her ever supported family.
CHARLES BUCKLEY Born and Raised in New York City. Has studied with the late Bill Hickey (Academy Award Nominee) at HB Studios in NYC. Continues to study with Thurman Scott (OBIE Award Winner) and award winner actress Janet Scott at the Actors Theatre Workshop in NYC. Has performed in over a dozen theatre productions and half dozen independent films. Recently played an NYPD detective in a scene with director Sydney Pollack (who plays the chief of police) in the soon to be released motion picture "The Interpreter" starring Sean Penn and Nicole Kidman. Happy to be working with Mr. Ehud Segev in his short film entitled "Happiness in New York City?"
JENNIFER BOWEN Bio will be published soon. Lane Wray Bio will be published soon. More biographies will be added soon, please stay tuned! Thank you ...
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