018 - Origin Stories - Stories by Martika, Edie, Kimberly JaJuan, and Rudy Coby

Performer Stories — Fascinating Stories from Top Entertainers

This week's storytellers are one-woman stunt show Martika, drag performer Edie, Broadway actor & singer Kimberly JaJuan, and magician Rudy Coby.

In this episode all the stories are tied together with a theme of "Origin Stories."

Martika: How She Went From Working in Veterinary Science to Performing Full Time

The first story is told by Martika, an international variety entertainer based in Kansas City, MO. and is the C.E.O. of KC Entertainment Services, LLC. Having left a career as a veterinary technician more than ten years ago, she's toured the world solo, performing fire art stunts, escapes, and other sideshow danger acts. In fact, she's Kansas City's only woman sword swallower, and the only one woman show of this kind in the Midwest! She also teaches a variety of workshops in these disciplines establishing her even further as an expert.

In her story, Martika tells about how she left a career in veterinary sciences to pursue a career in the entertainment world.

Here's where you can find out more about Martika:

Martika's Website: https://themartikashow.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themartikashow/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/martikamd

Edie: How the Character of Edie Was Created

The second story is told by Edie, is a stage performer, dancer, actor, and drag performer most notably known for portraying the Emcee of Cirq du Soliel's Zumanity.

In this story, we hear about how the character of Edie was created almost as if by accident!

Here's where you can find out more info about Edie:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/tobiandpearl

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edie_entertainer/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edie.entertainer/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/edieentertainer

Kimberly JaJuan: Creating the Character Lisette in Marie Christine

The third story is told by Kimberly JaJuan, a singer and actor both on and off Broadway. She's a graduate of The Eastman School and of Julliard School earning both Bachelor's and Masters Degrees. Some of her more notable (and favorite) roles have been Singing with Gloria Estefan and Harry Connick, Jr. at the Papal visit at Madison Square Garden, portraying the role of Sarah in Ragtime on Broadway, and creating the role of Lisette alongside classmate Audra McDonald in Marie Christine. Most recently she could have been seen bringing Hercules to life with the Public Works at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. She's a long time member and manager of Broadway Inspirational Voices, a diverse, professional choir of broadway artists, united to change lives through the power of music and service. She's also a broadway investor debuting as an Associate Producer on productions like American Son, Ain’t Too Proud, and Hadestown to name a few.

In her story, Kimberly talks about creating the character Lisette in the show Marie Christine.

Rudy Coby: Creation of Lab Man

The final story comes from Rudy Coby, AKA Lab Man. You may have seen his ultra unique act on TV with him walking around on stage with four legs, or if you've been to a Marilyn Manson show, you've seen his work there as well, as Rudy designed all the special effects.

In his story, Rudy shares the origin story of how Labman came about!

Here's where you can find out more info about Rudy Coby:

Watch his TV Specials: http://www.rudycoby.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/rudycoby

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rudycoby

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