Alissa Dean, a multifaceted and accomplished individual with a profound and extensive background in the dynamic and ever-evolving realm of the entertainment industry, was fortunate enough to have earned a Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts degree from the esteemed New York University, a prestigious institution renowned for its academic excellence and rich cultural heritage.
As a child, Alissa Dean was inexplicably bitten by the acting bug, a phenomenon that would go on to shape her destiny and forever alter the trajectory of her life. This serendipitous event, which occurred during her formative years, would ultimately lead her to pursue a career in the captivating and fast-paced worlds of commercials, voiceovers, and regional theatre, where she would hone her craft and make a name for herself as a talented and accomplished performer.
As a talented thespian, her professional trajectory underwent a profound transformation following her chance to engage in a learning experience with the celebrated acting instructor, Fred Karemen, in the esteemed city of New York. This pivotal encounter had a profound impact on her artistic development, ultimately serving as a catalyst for her discovery of her unique voice as a performer.
As Alissa's professional trajectory continued to unfold, she started to receive invitations to audition for television shows in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, a development that ultimately prompted her to take the courageous step of relocating to the west coast.
Since establishing herself in Los Angeles, Alissa has had the rare privilege of collaborating with some of the most esteemed directors and actors in the industry, while simultaneously juggling her acting career with her deep-seated passion for screenwriting.
Alissa, a multifaceted individual, has successfully explored various creative outlets beyond her acting career. One of her most notable achievements is her exceptional writing skills, which culminated in the creation of her debut screenplay, "Cricket". This independent comedy film garnered significant recognition, securing a semi-finalist position in the prestigious Academy Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting. This remarkable accomplishment is all the more impressive considering that it placed within the top 1% of all entries, a testament to Alissa's remarkable talent and dedication to her craft.
Alissa's latest theatrical endeavour, the play "Survivors", is poised to make its highly anticipated debut in the city of angels, Los Angeles, in the forthcoming month of January 2014, thus symbolizing a significant turning point in her trajectory as a playwright.
