Actor Spotlight
Eric Zanni
Hometown: Chillicothe, OhioEric Zanni
How did you become involved in acting?“I have been acting longer than I can remember. I was a child doing stage plays and I have been involved in live theater productions throughout my life, and this evolved into film acting in the last decade.”
When did you realize that acting was something you wanted to make a career out of?“I have always known that acting would be a lifelong pursuit for me.”
What challenges have you faced in your career?“Balance can be a big challenge in acting. You can get to a point where a role takes over your life for a while, which is wonderful, but there's only so much time in the day. I can sometimes become so wrapped up in a project that the rest of the world falls away. You still have to find a little time to tend to the other aspects of your life.”
Do you have a favorite role you have played? What is the story behind it?“It's really difficult to pick a favorite role, but I can say that some of my favorite kinds of roles to play are the bad guys. Villains are fun.”
What is one piece of advice you wish you were given starting out in the industry?“No role is too small. Every project is an opportunity to learn something new, expand your network, and live the experience.”
What do you hope is your next step forward in your acting career?“I will be exploring voice acting next, I have been wanting to try for a long time!”
Daniel Ryan Griesheimer
Hometown: Chillicothe, OhioDaniel Ryan Griesheimer
How did you become involved in acting?"I started out doing improve and comedy skits I didn’t get involved with theatre till after high school . I've got to thank my friends for introducing me into this world. "
When did you realize that acting was something you wanted to make a career out of?"After my first play in 2011, I felt the magic of acting and continued that feeling in the film industry."
What challenges have you faced in your career?"Time management, auditioning, and the whole industry is a constant challenge. If you are challenging yourself you are molding your craft. "
Do you have a favorite role you have played? What is the story behind it?"I have two 2018 “Luck of The Draw” short film I played a under cover cop my first fight scene. Also my recent role in a feature length movie 2020 “How I Got Here” I played Anthony action drama thriller zombie film."
What is one piece of advice you wish you were given starting out in the industry?"Persistence. To be yourself and accept the fact an audition is a job interview you are there to present your best. But love what you do always be your best. "
What do you hope is your next step forward in your acting career?"Networking and building friendships along the way while achieving the goal while having fun."