Stories
- Marjorie Mann, “Serafina’s Unveiling”
- Maiyah Hirano, “Power Drink”
- Jessica Ferris, “Speechless”
- Sandra Niman, “Deep Skin”
Music
Natalie Taylor, Piano
About the Performers
Marjorie Mann has performed all over the U.S. and Europe in National Tours and Theater Productions. Her television credits include General Hospital, Disney Specials, and the children’s show, Mrs. Twizzleton’s Garden (she plays a miniature genie). Marjorie’s first love is musical theater, and her favorite musical is Starlight Express, which she performed in Germany, sang in German, while roller-skating on a mammoth set! She also enjoys performing with the belly dance troupe Desert Jade.
Maiyah Hirano has been creative most of her life ( writing, painting, dance, music)… but since she started taking David Ford’s Solo Performance class at The Marsh a year ago, her life has totally changed. The art form and her life are one now, and she’s very grateful.
Jessica Ferris teaches voice and movement for the San Francisco Shakespeare Festival. Her piece “Speechless” was self-written and performed and has been developed with and directed by David Ford.
Sandra Niman was born in East Africa to medical missionaries, and has lived in many countries and played many roles. Currently she is the director of a program serving the academic, social, physical and emotional needs of homeless middle school children in San Francisco. Sandra’s story today reflects her dedication to finding common ground among people of all races and persuasions.