Sophina Brown
Sophina Brown stars on CBS' hit show, Shark. She'll return to her roots in a play called "Betrayal." We got the scoop on the play, and what she's up to next.
The Star Scoop:
Fans will definitely known you from your role as Raina Troy on Shark. How does Raina compare to your character in "Betrayal," Emma?
Sophina Brown:
Raina was very outspoken! She wasn't afraid to say exactly what she felt. Emma is the complete opposite of that. She has an inability to express herself for fear of impropriety. Everything is very polite and appropriate on the surface, but underneath there is a world of hurt and frustration. But both of these women are driven by passion.
The Star Scoop:
You received a B.F.A in Theatre Performance from the University of Michigan. You must be excited to have the opportunity to do a live performance!
Brown:
I am so excited! My favorite medium is theatre. I love film and television as well, but nothing beats the stage. Direct, unfiltered, and immediate contact with the audience is incomparable.
The Star Scoop:
Why should people come see "Betrayal?"
Brown:
Our production looks very different than any other. We are bringing the element of race into the equation. We don't talk about it, but it's there. Also, it's a wonderfully sophisticated piece of writing. It's all about what these characters DON'T say. It invites the audience to become active participants in constructing the story. Harold Pinter is famous for writing in pauses and silences, and these moments of silence say more about what's going on than the actual dialogue. The audience is free to "fill in the blanks." Nothing is spoon-fed to them.
The Star Scoop:
Our readers are a wide variety of ages. For the younger ones and those interested in an acting career, tell us how your B.F.A. has been useful to you in developing a successful acting career.
Brown:
I always tell everyone the best choice I made as a young adult was to get training. It's been so beneficial to me in every medium. Great schooling and training is the strongest foundation. If your foundation is solid, you can grow as an artist and be firmly grounded in all aspects.
The Star Scoop:
Do you have any other upcoming projects where fans will be able to see your work?
Brown:
I start working in about 2 weeks on the CBS drama NUMB3RS. I'm playing Nikki Donat, a rookie FBI agent. I'm so excited about this because she's unlike any other character I've ever played. She's rough around the edges, raw, exposed, and isn't afraid to get dirty. I can't wait!