November 8, 2014
Today I got new headshots done and I am BEYOND delighted with how they came out. I went to Taylor Hooper Photography and worked with Taylor and his amazing team of professionals who helped me get the headshots I've been looking for. Not only did he work with me until I got the looks that I wanted but he also captured my essence which is most important when getting headshots done. If you're in the NYC area and need headshots done, no lie, no overstating, JUST facts, Taylor Hooper is your guy! Need proof? Check out my new headshots in the gallery section of my page :)
January 3, 2014
I moved to NYC!!! January 3, 2014 made my first day as a New York resident and though I moved in the middle of the city's polar vortex, it was worth it! I am so excited, grateful and ready to be here and am looking forward to this new journey in my life.
May 21, 2013
I've been waiting to release the news!: PROUD to announce that I've been cast in The Snuff Musical & will be making my debut performance at the 2013 DC Fringe Festival this summer! I am excited, thankful and proud to be joining the cast and can't wait to perform at the festival!
For full details on how you can see me this summer, visit www.thesnuffmusical.com follow @MuseTheatreCo & myself @ShateraHillyer on twitter for updates & also visit http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/musetheatreco/the-snuff-musical-capfringe-festival-2013 to support us!
For full details on how you can see me this summer, visit www.thesnuffmusical.com follow @MuseTheatreCo & myself @ShateraHillyer on twitter for updates & also visit http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/musetheatreco/the-snuff-musical-capfringe-festival-2013 to support us!
February 18, 2013
Just took new headshots with award winning, New York based photog Rod Goodman! Had an amazing time and despite the rain, was able to get the shots done and still grab a bite to eat before hopping the bus back to DC. In the new year so far I have auditioned for The DC Source Festival, The Young Playwright's Theatre and The Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre Program. I am still waiting to hear back from two of them and looking forward to other upcoming auditions as well.
December 12, 2012
Happy 12/12/12! Can you believe this is the last time this millennium that we will see a date who's month, day and year matches? Time flies! Speaking of time, I had an AMAZING time at this past weekend's Three-To-One DC Actor's Workshop hosted by my friend and fellow actor, Mark McKinnon (MTV National Campaigns, Degree Deodorant & Global Print Campaign for That Guy) and his friends BJ Gianni (Gerber Life commercial, Campbell's GO Soup model & Payless Shoe Store model to name a few) and Cedric Stewart (Tyriq from Tyler Perry's "For Better or Worse" & Damien Sanchez from HBO's "Banshee"). I learned so much and more importantly was reminded of so much that I had previously learned during my studies at VCU (I bleed black & gold!)! The 2 day workshop was long, but definitely worth it and in the end we got to audition for DC and NY casting directors who gave us imperative feedback. I'm looking forward to the next Three-To-One Workshop, class, gathering and you can too! Just go to their website www.three2onedc.com, follow them on twitter @321DCWorkshops and/or email them at [email protected] for more information!
December 1, 2012
I attended the DC Non-Equity Actor's Auditions today and it was UH-MAZING!! So very thankful for the guidance of fellow actor and friend, Mark McKinnon (google him! He's amazing!) and my scene partner, Monece Starling. We practiced hard and i truly believe the hard work showed. Leaving the rest up to God and eyes squeezed tight! Next weekend I will be attending the Three2One Actor's workshop that will feature 3 thriving and full time NY actors as our hosts and a few agents and casting directors from NY. Looking forward to having a great time and letting you all know how it went! Please visit www.three2onedc.com for more info on the workshop! Registration has closed but from what I hear they will be doing another next year!
November 14, 2012
I am SO excited to announce that I BOOKED MY FIRST COMMERCIAL!! I will be playing an enlisted U.S. Army for U.S. Army’s ASAP program (a substance abuse intervention program). I will be portraying an enlisted soldier and shoot tomorrow in Virginia! I am so excited & thankful for the opportunity :) Can't wait for you all to see it!
October 30, 2012
And the show is wrapped! "College Fever: The Remix" was a blast, to say the least, and so many people enjoyed the show! Thanks to everyone who came and supported! For those who missed it, here is a behind-the-scenes *SNIPPET* of me performing Beyonce's "Halo" for the show! Enjoyy
October 26, 2012
It's here! Opening night of "College Fever: The Remix" is tomorrow and we are banging it out with 2 shows at 3pm and 8pm. Surprise, surprise! I'll be performing with a live band at the 8pm show so come check that out! Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door; they can be purchased here www.collegefeverstageplay.com. Don't know what to expect? Click here for the trailer!
I also just cast in another show with United Empire Productions that will be opening in December. Can't wait to share details about that show with you guysss!
I also just cast in another show with United Empire Productions that will be opening in December. Can't wait to share details about that show with you guysss!
August 19, 2012
There are 3 opportunities pending right now! I auditioned and got called back for Season 2 of The Voice and am currently waiting to hear back from them. Waiting is such a hard thing to do when it's something you want so bad, however it is neccessary. I also recently submitted my audition for the TV One Unsung Singing Competition. Check my YouTube page to see my submission. It was such a fun experience because I got to sing my version of "The Star Spangled Banner". I also recently found out that my personal blog is really popular and that more video entries are being requested from me. If you'd like to keep up with my journey, my blog is another way to do so! Check it out at www.shaterallyse.tumblr.com! I am currently getting more video entry footage for you all so stay tuned! And for the 3rd project, I am a new member of Urban Change Production company which is led by Pastor Jay Cameron (Google.This.Man!). For those of you who live in the DC area, he is responsible for the area's hottest shows, "Sexpose'" and "College Fever", with a newly revamped version of "College Fever" coming your way in October! What I will say right now is that you DON'T want to miss this! The show UHHHHHMAZING and the message is even better. Tix to this are definitely worth it!
July 5, 2012
Happy Belated 4th of July! I had a blast here in D.C. celebrating this wonderful country of ours! I'm especially excited to be back in the D.C. area, my hometown, around my friends, family and loved ones and getting back into the D.C./Baltimore acting and singing scene. I've been back for almost 3 weeks now and am getting re-acclimated before I start auditioning again. My experience in Los Angeles was great and I can't wait to get back out there once more opportunity opens up for me. I met a fabulous photographer, Adenrele Ojo (google her) and if you view my gallery you will see my most recent headshots done by her! Until I am back in the sunny city, I will continue honing my craft here while traveling to and from NY for auditions as well. I am so looking forward to what the rest of 2012 has for me! I recently auditioned for the Tyler Perry Talent Search so keep your fingers crossed for me :) I sang "Listen" from the movie "Dreamgirls" and did a monologue from "Toussaint" by Lorraine Hansberry. Check it out here!
December 21, 2011
Thank you all for the birthday wishes! I turned 24 on December 18 and was able to spend it doing what I love, performing! :) My family came out and saw my show and afterwards we went out to eat to celebrate. There are only 10 days left of my contract here in Pennsylvania & I have had a blast! I can't wait to get back to L.A. to start work on new things and get back to auditioning and networking within the business. Showtimes for the next 10 days are 6pm and 8pm everyday (except for Christmas Eve & Day)...come out and support if you like! I PROMISE you won't be disappointed!
December 16, 2011
Welcome to my new site! I'm so excited to be sharing this with you as it has been in works for a couple of days now. Please spread the word and don't forget to "Like" my Facebook Fan Page, if you haven't already, and check out my latest YouTube Channel updates. Thanks so much & looking forward to sharing this journey with you all!