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Community Spotlight  – Mariah Tzoumbas

Meet Mariah Tzoumbas! Mariah is the Associate Producer at The Halp Network but also a frequenter of many of our THNEA classes! Mariah Tzoumbas is a Greek American theatrically trained actress and producer from the SF Bay Area, who’s worked with various production companies and VFX houses, specializing in managing and working with artists. After receiving her BFA in Acting from USC, she stayed in LA to start her film/TV and VoiceOver career.

Q: What’s one physical thing you absolutely can’t live without on your career or journey?

My boxed Tazo chai – always helps my voice before a warm-up.

Q: What’s something that happened this year that you’re really proud of?

I’m super proud that I’ve gotten to be a part of a couple of really cool dubs alongside my friends.

Q: What’s one of your major takeaways from participating in THNEA classes? 

Don’t try to make every word in the line perfect, know your given circumstance, let the words just go, and let your performance take you on that journey.

Q: If you can give your past self one piece of advice at the start of your journey, what would it be? 

Focus on what feels good both personally and creatively, not what you think you should do to make yourself and your work feel valid.

Learn more about Mariah on her IMDB!

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT – ARIANA

I’m a Cypriot & Greek-American actress born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. Naturally, being a valley girl, I’ve always been curious about the industry! Though I first discovered acting through theatre, I was always an avid lover of video games, animation, and dubbing from a young age, sharing in those passions with my siblings. The moment I learned about voice-acting, the transition to that side of the industry was a no-brainer for me. I received my BFA in Musical Theatre from Emerson College and jumped right into professional voice work after graduating during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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