KELEI

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter from Summer 2018- Present)

Kelei has been training in various genres of dance since she was two years old. She instantly fell in love with performing which has led to her exploration of acting. Her passion for entertaining is evident in her bright and bold personality. Kelei enjoys expression in all forms and embraces her sweet and enthusiastic aura. 

MACKENZIE HANCSICSAK

(Los Angeles/California

(Junior Reporter Summer 2018)

Mackenzie has been a fan of theater as long as she can remember.  You may recognize Mackenzie as "Young Kate" from NBC's "This Is Us". She has volunteered at the shelter where she rescued Bear. She also loves being a Girl Scout. She also likes being a role model for other girls her age. She’s an Ambassador for the G.U.T. (Girls Uplifters Team) whose philosophy is to support, encourage and uplift others. She’s grateful to “Rising Talent Magazine” for the opportunity to be one of their Junior Reporters!  

BELLA BLANDING

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter from December 2019- Present)

Bella is 10 years old, and is an actor and dancer. Bella started dancing at 18 months old and never really stopped.  She has been competing since she was 5 years old and loves both jazz and contemporary.   She started acting when she was 7 years old and landed her first job doing an Amazon Christmas commercial, she has since done commercials for  Mcdonalds, Old Navy and Project MC2 to name a few.   She just filmed her first tv show and has done two short films.  She is currently taking acting, dancing and started voice and singing lessons this year.   Bella loves meeting new people and friends and is excited to be a Jr. Reporter for Rising Talent magazine.   

JOPHIELLE LOVE

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter from March 2022- Present)

Jophielle Love  is 7 and has been acting since she was three years old. She has been playing "Violet Barnes" on General Hospital for a few years now and you may have seen her on Grey’s Anatomy. She is also an acrobat, loves to sing and write her own songs. She has never been a reporter so she thought she would give it a try!

ELLIE ROSE

(Florida)

(Junior Reporter June 2022 - Present)

Ellie Rose is triple threat Dancer, Singer and Actress who has a big passion for the arts and theatre. She has been a part of numerous Musical Productions in South Florida and is always keeping busy with rehearsals, the next show or coming up with fun ideas to bring Entertainment to anyone around her. With Ellie's outgoing personality and professionalism in everything she does she is sure to bring her skills to the Rising Talent Magazine Junior Reporter team!

AUDREY BENNETT

(New York)

(Junior Reporter from March 2023- Present)

Audrey Bennett began her professional acting career at the age of 7, touring for a year with the original Broadway revival tour cast of The Sound of Music, playing the role of Gretl.  She made her NYC Broadway debut at the age of 9 in Amelie and then originated the role of Young Anna in the world premiere of Frozen the Musical in Denver, subsequently transferring with the show to originate the role on Broadway.  Since then, Audrey has been seen in The Beastie Boys Story Live, New Amsterdam, Love Life, Evil, Hunters, and The Many Saints of Newark.  Audrey is the voice of Young Marceline in Adventure Time: Distant Lands and has also voiced characters for animations by Disney, DreamWorks, Cartoon Network, Netflix, Warner Brothers.


EVA CARREON

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter from October 2022- Present)

Eva Carreon made her Broadway Tour debut in Waitress, first National Tour, San Francisco, at four years old. Since then, she has performed in Woodminster Theaters recent production of On Your Feet and with Ghostlight Theater Ensemble (Honk, Heroes & Villains, Wind in the Willows). She is a competitive dancer with East County Performing Arts Center and preparing for upcoming Nutcracker performances. She also trains Jiu Jitsu and is looking forward to her first tournament. Eva loves making new friends and climbing trees. 

MAYA COYNE

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter from Summer 2017- Present)

Maya is an all style Dancer, Actress, Model, and Singer. Her enthusiasm is contagious on and off the stage. She loves raising awareness of charities such as Club 42, Dancers Against Cancer, WE Day, and Anti-bullying clothing line Izzy Be Clothing by donating her time as a Dancer, Model, and Ambassador. If you don't see Maya dancing you'll see her donating her free time at the local animal shelter. 

ELLA WEST

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter from September 2019- Present)

Ella West Jerrier was born in Dallas, TX, and is an Actor, Dancer and Singer.  She splits her time between Los Angeles, New York and Dallas. In 2018 she was one of the lead roles in Lifetime’s “Terror In The Woods”. She was nominated as Best Leading Actress by the Young Entertainer Awards for that role and the cast won Best Ensemble from the Young Artist Awards.  Ella studies on Broadway with I Am Musical Theater and Broadway Artists Alliance, dances with Groundworks in Dallas, and sings in a girl group with her best friends. 

LACI KAY

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter Fall 2016)

Laci Kay is a recording Artist/Songwriter/Actress raised in the LA area. She has been acting since the age of seven and has performed at several venues. Her unique style has gotten her a feature with Common, and recognized by many industry professionals. She released her debut EP “Incontrami” in September of 2017.

SARA ROWE

(Los Angeles/California

(Junior Reporter Fall 2015- Present)

Sara is a multi-talented Actress, Host, Singer, Musician, Comedian, and Dancer. She has guest-starred on the hit television series "Grey’s Anatomy" and has had multiple appearances on Nickelodeon’s "AwesomenessTV". As a vocalist, she has performed at the House of Blues on Sunset, charity benefits, and concerts. 

EMILY GRACE REAVES

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter Fall 2012)

Emily Grace is an Actress and Model who appeared in "Hannah Montana: The Movie"  as "Cindy Lou" in 2009. She modeled for a few clothing lines between her Acting. She loves animals, especially horses.

AMBER BARBELL

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter Fall 2011)

Amberis an Actress, Singer, and Model who was known as "Princess Kid" in the 2009-1010 Series "Touch Love". She has appeared in episodes of shows including "Hannah Montana" (2011), "Modern Family" (2011) and "Futurestates" (2013).

SCARLETTE PALACIOS

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter Fall 2013 to Spring 2017)

Scarlette is a young but talented Dancer who brings creativity to everything. She loves to have fun and brings awareness to many causes. She spreads positivity to everyone around her with energetic personality!

SARINA JASSY

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter Fall 2013)

Sarina is an incredible Dancer well known from "Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition: Season 2". You may spot her in the 2014 movie "Dance-Off". Sarina is all about raising awareness and using Dance to do it as well as focused on her education with a 4.5 GPA.

CHLOE EAST

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter in Fall 2013)

Chloe is both a Dancer and Actress. She has definitely been recognized in the Dance Industry for her gracefulness and flexibility. She loves using her Dance skills to help others. Chloe has also appeared in a few episodes of the TV Series "True Blood".

NATALIE MCKELA

(New York)

(Junior Reporter Summer 2014)

Natalie is a gorgeous and talented Dancer who is the most humble person you will ever meet.Focusing on her Dance training, she is always taking on any opportunity.

KAITLYN THOMAS

(Australia)

(Junior Reporter from Fall 2011)

Kaitlyn is a beautiful Singer who holds her own and shows lots of confidence in everything she does. She writes her own songs and loves using her voice to help others.

VICTORIA STRAUSS

Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter Fall 2011)

Victoria is not only an Actress but also is a Singer. She studied Musical Theatre and has been productions including "Wizard of Oz", "Peter Pan", and "Annie". Victoria has also appeared in shows including "iCarly", Jessie", and "Judy Moody and the Not So Bummer Summer".

SOPHIA STRAUSS

Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter Fall 2011)

Sophia is an Actress who also has been a part of Musical Theatre. She has appeared in several well known shows like "iCarly" (2010), and "Jessie" (2013). She has also been a part of a few movies including "Hop" (2011) and "Judy and the Not So Bummer Summer" (2011).

MIKAYLA CHAPMAN

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter from Fall 2011 to Spring 2012)

Mikayla is an Actress who shows maturity yet also shows everyone how to have a great time! She started out modeling. Listen for her voice in  "Baby Geniuses: The Treasures  of Egypt" as "Nasim" as well as spot her in the 2014 National Tide Commerical and the award winning Short film "Jody's Bra".

SHAYNA CHAPMAN

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter from Fall 2011 to Spring 2012)

Shayna is an Actress with a big personality! She is very outgoing and loves making others laugh!  Listen for her voice in The "Baby Geniuses" Series of Movies as "Gabby" and watch the  Web Series she was in "CandyLand" as "Kale". Spot Shayna in the Wish for Wish Kids Campaign for Make-A-Wish!

Rising Talent Magazine isn't always able to get around to every Event, so this page is dedicated to all who have helped me out Interviewing at Events around the World! 

Read and learn all about Rising Talent Magazine's Junior Reporters! All of them are involved in the Entertainment Industry!


RISING TALENT MAGAZINE'S

JUNIOR REPORTERS


ADDISON VALENTINO

(New York)

(Junior Reporter from August 2024- Present)

Addison Valentino is very excited to be a reporter for rising talent magazine. Addison was on the First National Tour of Anastasia. She recently played Flounder in the Little Mermaid at Hendrick Hudson High School, for which she was nominated for a Metro Award. Addison’s love for theater, singing and acting started at the young age of 4, and she plans to pursue a lifelong career in the performing arts, and is preparing for her college experience in the next few years.. She currently performs in regional and local theater while still auditioning professionally.

VIOLET HICKS

(Los Angeles/California)

(Junior Reporter Spring 2018)

Violet has a vivacious personality as her parents would say. She’s the middle child and is always entertaining people with her quick wit, plays & musicals she puts on with her siblings, and band performances. She can recently be seen in "Vice" as "Young 'Liz Cheney", the lead in two upcoming Lifetime movies, recurring on "Legion", 'How to Get Away with Murder", "American Horror Story" and a new Netflix series coming soon.

ELEANOR KOSKI

(New York)

(Junior Reporter from August 2019- Present)

Eleanor Koski, 13, began her Broadway career at age 9 playing "Little Cosette" in" Les Miserables". She was later seen as Chloe on “Alex, Inc.” (ABC) with Zach Braff. She is currently recurring as Liv on “God Friended Me” (CBS).

RACHEL ARIANNA

(New York)

(Junior Reporter May 2018)

Rachel is has performed Off Broadway as Minnie Mae Barry in Bend in The Road at NYMF, Lana in Reddi High, and Ellen Rosen in Number The Stars. Rachel is also an award winning singer/songwriter. Rachel is currently getting ready to film the trailer for the movie Hushed.  She has been seen in many venues in NYC, commercials film and television and has recorded demos for shows Broadway bound.

AZRA KEARNS

(Arizona)

(Junior Reporter from December 2019- Present)

Azra is a spunky but sweet,almost six year old, who’s favorite place in the world is the stage. Her first theatre performance was Lulu in Broadway’s First National Tour of Waitress. She has since enjoyed the roles of Ivonka in Once the Musical and most recently the Little Girl in Sweeney Todd.

CHLOE LANG

(New York/Connecticut)

(Junior Reporter from June 2016- Present)

Chloe Lang is a Rising Talent herself who keeps her schedule pretty busy with Dance , Vocal, Guitar and Acting lessons. She has worked in Print, Runway, National and Regional Commercials, TV and Film. She is best known for her principal role as "Stephanie" on the international Emmy award nominated children's show "LazyTown". Chloe also works hard at volunteering for local communities as much as possible.

LAYLA GOODWIN

(New York)

(Junior Reporter from February 2016- Present)

Layla is a dedicated Dancer and Model. Her passion for dance is contagious. She believes dancers should “Listen, Learn & Love” in hopes of making others smile. Layla is a member of the #lovenohate anti-bullying team and has also been part of the Lexi Haas Dance Project.