Sunday Post with Tanaya E. Walker @MnFringe @poetiktanaya

Tanaya E. Walker is with me today to discuss her role in "Stuck in an Elevator with Patrick Stewart."

Tanaya, is the woman behind Gretchen. Tanaya is a 28-year-old actress. Since the age of 7, Tanaya has performed on stage for dancing, singing, spoken word/poetry, and acting. Her father Terrence Walker, a musician, has instilled the importance of confidence on stage, and has helped her put everything she’s got into performing. Tanaya feels most at home when she is on stage, and hopes to continue to learn and grow in the acting field.

                           
Tanaya, how did you become affiliated with "Stuck in an Elevator with Patrick Stewart II?"

I became affiliated with the show by mere coincidence. I wrote and acted in a True Crime anthology series by Freshwater Theatre, that same night Kevin T. Houle and Brandon Taitt approached me about a role they knew I’d be perfect for. I met them at a café, had a great conversation and they officially cast me as Gretchen.

As MNFringe allows its audiences to post reviews, do you pay any attention to these during a show run?

I really didn’t want to pay attention to the reviews during our run, but some of my lovely castmates were excited to share them. So I dug into some of the reviews. Typically, I like to stray away until afterward the performances are finished.


"Stuck in an Elevator with Patrick Stewart II" is not something most fans get a chance to do. Are you a fan of Patrick Stewart or Star Trek? Have you been to a comic con? 


I love Star Trek. Am I a complete Trekkie? Nope. I used to watch TNG with my dad when I was a kid. It was the best quality time I got to spend with him. Being able to bring that memory and warmth into my character really helped me with the show. I am a fan of Patrick Stewart, not a die-hard, but a fan nonetheless. I have NEVER been to a comic con.
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Although I would LOVE to.

                 

What are some aspects of the script that you especially enjoy or appreciate?


I enjoyed the moment Gretchen was able to appreciate Elyse and Jordan. That moment when Elyse, Jordan and Gretchen were able to find hope instead of being complacent about what happens at Sci-Fi Ramacons and Comic cons alike.


Are you working on any future projects or shows outside of Fringe?

Right now I am focusing on my business that I just started called Christ Can. I also do poetry so I’m always adding things to my upcoming book I’m hoping to get published soon. In the world of acting, we shall see where it continues to take me. 

Contact Tanaya:

Instagram: poetik_tanaya

Facebook: Tanaya E. Walker 

Twitter: @poetiktanaya 

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