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STARRING: KADIA BIELACZYC
Being an actor takes certain skills. And no, it’s not just acting. Singing is one of those talents some have to develop in order to get certain roles. As for Kadia Bielaczyc, who plays The Witch in this year’s musical Into the Woods, her choir experiences were very influential in getting the part. ZYC “[The best part of being in a choir] I’d say is the people and the family you make,” Bielaczyc explains. “Most of my best friends are in choir, and that’s how I met them, so it’s really sweet to have that connection.”
Also for Into the Woods-the show spanning a whopping two hours and 45 minutes-it took a lot of difficulty and perseverance to perform her role. “[The hardest thing to do was] probably memorizing my lines,” Bielaczyc acknowledges, “because there are quite a few of them. There [was] a lot going on.”
That being said, Bielaczyc is very flexible in the more artistic fields. “I think [art] aids a lot in self expression,” says Bielaczyc. “And also just learning about yourself in general. I think [art is] very good for figuring out who you are.”
In terms of acting and singing, “I think having a little bit of natural talent is really helpful, but most of the time, it’s just perseverance and hard work. I think anyone can sing or act. You just have to put in a lot of time and be dedicated to your craft,” she points out.
Being in these artistic roles can also help shape your future and decide how to use these skills, whether it be for fun or education. For Bielaczyc, it’s both. “This year for my choir, we did a combined choir performance with West High School working on a commissioned piece by Jacob Narverud, who’s a composer, and that was really a lot of fun,” she elaborates. “We did that at Interlochen, and that was a really cool experience that I think I’ll remember forever.”
Bielaczyc is thinking of pursuing acting or singing as a career.
“I’m taking a gap year this year, but I’m hoping to… go to college to pursue something in music,” she says.
When it comes to her interests and inspirations for theater, Bielaczyc has many. “I like Samara Weaving from Ready or Not. She’s really amazing,” she gushes. “I [also] love Taylor Swift because of her lyrics, they touch people, they are awesome. I’m also a really big Pitbull fan, like if you ever need to party.” Her family is also crucial to her successes. “My parents probably inspire me the most,” says Bielaczyc. “My mom is very inspirational. Just ‘follow your dreams’ and all that.”
As she departs Central, Bielaczyc has some advice she wishes someone had told her as a freshman: “Take more advantage of the opportunities, like audition for more things, put myself out there more. I think I could have found a love for singing and acting and all that a little bit quicker, had I stepped out of my comfort zone.” //