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DREAM BIG OR GO HOME Mz. Neeka: Are any of the produc- Shaneisha: I think the most difficult tions based on true stories? How thing is making sure people take you do you choose what production seriously. Some people are reluctant to you’re going to do? embrace you because you are new or they haven’t heard of your company. Shaneisha: No, my plays are fictional and adapted from my novels. I Mz. Neeka: How do you separate choose topics that many people can your production company from relate too. I’ll usually pray about it others? and whatever God reveals to me is what I bring to light. Shaneisha: Black Girlz Productions strives off of professionalism. We Mz. Neeka: Do you think it’s hard give 110 percent during our perforin this industry being a woman? mances. Our stories are raw. We want the world to know that all stoShaneisha: I think like any profession ries don’t have fairy tale endings. it has its challenges. Being a woman sometimes means you have to work Mz. Neeka: How did it feel when you a little harder to earn respect. toured with your first ­production? Mz. Neeka: What’s the most diffi- Shaneisha: Touring with my first procult thing you have had to endure duction felt great. I met a lot of talin this industry? ented people, made a few major connections, and was blessed with a talented cast right out of the gate. Mz. Neeka: Do you get nervous on the opening night of your production? Shaneisha: No, I don’t have enough free time to get nervous. I am a borderline perfectionist. I like for things to be done a certain way. Mz. Neeka: Do you have any words to live by? Shaneisha: My motto is “dream big or go home!” It’s very important. My motto is self-explanatory. You have to dream and put a plan in action The Urban Release to make it come true, or you will be watching from the sidelines as other people set their own path. Mz. Neeka: Do you have any upcoming projects we should be on the lookout for? Shaneisha: Well, I’m currently working on a web series and have recently completed a screenplay. Mz. Neeka: Do you have any final words or shout outs? Shaneisha: I would like to thank you for taking the time to interview me. I want to give a big shout out to my “I’ll Be Single Before I Settle” cast, to the BGP staff, and to our supporters. I appreciate you. Without the love and support, BGP wouldn’t exist. Mz. Neeka: Where can supporters go to keep up to date info about the tour? Shaneisha: You can always find information on my website www ­ .blackgirlzproduct ions.com, Instagram @blkgirlz12, Twitter@ ­ sdodson08 Business | 05