Many people assume that artists studying theatre only want to be actors, however, in most instances, that is not the case. It is imperative that theatre artist is well rounded in order to attian consistent work. Lelund Durond Thompson serves as a prime example of how implementing training from North Carolina A&T made an impact on his professional career. Lelund is a very charming man with a nice smile and a personality that make you feel as if you have known him forever. I was honored to have the opportunity to have a one on one interview with him on Thanksgiving day. Lelund is the founder and CEO of Yellow Fella Entertainment, a hub for storytelling. At Yellow Fella Entertainment, the mission is to tell stories that heal through, writing, music, theatre, producing, and photography. Lelund is also a successful producer for concerts, plays, and events for up and coming artists. "I believe my purpose on earth is to use my gift to tell stories to change lives." It is evident that Lelund has discovered his talents by pushing the envelope and exploring other mediums besides acting such as photography, song writing, play writing and producing. "We were waiting for someone to discover us but I felt like it was my duty to bring us together and say, let's create something on our own.", said Leland. The courage and ability to be a leader in New York City may have been inspired by Leland's training at North Carolina A&T where he engaged in many independent projects with his peers. Leland says that he learned the importance of the business aspect of theatre while being challenged and nurtured by professor Frankie Day. "There are extraordinary teachers, professors, and mentors, at A&T.", Lelund stated with honesty. It just goes to show you that persistence, creativity, and using the skills that you acquire are a great formula for making your dreams become a reality. Plays produced and written by Yellow Fella Entertainment include "From Chains to Change" (A Black History piece created after the election of President Barack Obama) and "A Doll Confessions" which will be produced in the near future. To learn more about Lelund Durond Thompson and his amazing work, visit: http://yellafellaentertainment.com/
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