MY ARTISTIC STATEMENT

Theater is the only place where reality and imagination can collide without the need for an apology which makes it one of the most beautiful forms of art. 

Acting to me is a beautiful form of art that I think is too precious to keep to myself and therefore must be shared. The reason I feel this way is because I am humble enough to understand that although I am not the only person alive who can create forms of art, I am the only person alive who can do it through my God given abilities. I firmly believe that I was given these gifts to share them which is why I strive everyday to become the best person and actor I can through God’s will. To act is a blessing that allows you to live a hundred lives and yet return to yourself more complete than you were before. 

That being said, I want to inspire people around the world to become the best versions of themselves and to be the happiest they can be because you owe yourself that more than anything. After people view my work, I want them to be more than just satisfied with their experience but rather join me in whatever world I create and bring out emotions that they didn’t know they had. 

I also want to create a space and opportunities where everyone can feel included and that they belong there. I’ve never let people tell me what I can and cannot do because I believe in myself. While I still have time on this earth, I hope to bestow that belief in others. I owe this art my heart and soul because without it I would have never found my purpose that was hiding so deep in spirit. 

When I look back on my journey as a man, and see Reggie from almost 4 years ago who was lost and discouraged feeling without a purpose I almost get emotional when I realise that theater came and found me at the right time and being an artist has become a part of my identity.

 Life is tough. And that sounds like a no brainer but I’ll admit that I underestimated just how hard it can be. If I could speak to my past self or anyone going through something right now I would say that what I’ve also learned is only when it’s dark enough can you see the stars. Your future needs you not your past and as long as you keep putting one foot in front of the other eventually the overwhelming waves will begin to subside and you will rise again. When it’s just yourself and your heart, it is being the most honest because the room is quiet. Help it by allowing yourself to rest and dream. Think about it like your dreams are the illustrations your soul is writing about you. So give it some great material to write about. You owe it to yourself. Be happy.

Reginald Icilien II

God First God Bless #G1GB