Jason Zhang
Jason Zhang, born to Chinese Cantonese immigrants, Bao Ying Liu & Zhen Ji Zhang; brings a unique, refreshing style and cultural perspective to the world of film making. First arrived in America in the mid to late 1980’s. His first home was in NY Chinatown. He later moved to Noho 2 years later before finally settling in the projects of Lower East Side. He continued to absorb the diverse energies and experiences of urban life. Each neighborhood served as a distinct canvas, painting vivid portraits of humanity that would shape him as a person and actor. He rose above the negative environment in which he grew up in. He graduated from college and is now an entrepreneur and owner of a HVAC company. Currently he working in the upcoming Main Street film project.
JING BAO
Jing Bao was a Fulltime professor in fashion art and design before coming to United States.
In 2005, she was sent by her Chinese university as a visiting professor to [ Fashion Institute of Technology ] and Jing moved to NYC officially in 2011, became the partner of [ The Steamed Powered Art Factory ]. Jing was repeatedly invited to gallery shows, art-making presentations, and seminars in New York. Such as Jing’s art works have displayed at JCC for five times, etc. As a curator, Jing has held exhibitions in Main Street and mainstream galleries in the United States, contributing to the cultural exchanges between China and the West
Jing acted as a costuming model for FIT constantly and CO-produced a short Documentary movie with local TV station CTV, called 【Superman’s Staten Island Journey】，and acted as “HELLCAT” in the movie. Four times invited by CTV to do TV interviews talked about ART and the experience of acting as a model and actress.
Jing was invited by the New York Press to draw more than 20 illustrations for officially published books, which received praise. As a result, she was invited to give professional lectures at the famous bookstore Barnes Noble and BWAC.
At the present, she holds the position of president of the Eastern Branch of International Calligraphy & Painting Artists Association
Currently Jing is making a TV series as a role named “NINA” with Doctor JEANNIE YI and famous producer SCOTT ROSENFELT who has gotten international prestige with his debut movie 《HOME ALONE》.
Blair Zhou
Blair Zhou, a graduate from New York University’s esteemed Tisch School of the Arts, has meticulously woven a career that bridges imaginative creativity and astute corporate navigation. Her journey, which commenced in the kinetic domain of film and television, later unfurled into a tapestry of roles that intertwined the seemingly dichotomous worlds of art and corporate strategy.
Starting at Beijing Galloping Horse, Blair was not merely a concept artist and script doctor but evolved to become a pivotal conduit for East-West collaboration during the acquisition of the special effects powerhouse, Digital Domain. Her ability to navigate complex international negotiations illuminated a knack for strategic interfacing beyond the creative realm.
This knack translated seamlessly into her role at C G Group in New York, where Blair orchestrated innovative commercial strategies for Chinese entities, enhancing their footprint in the American market while facilitating strategic international partnerships and enhancing global visibility. Her adeptness in blending creative ideation with strategic implementation underscored a rare proficiency in navigating both realms.
As Blair transitioned to Ding Yi Feng Asset Management, she skillfully wove her creative and strategic threads into a role that demanded a seamless interface between US and Chinese communities and corporate communications.
Blair's narrative has consistently echoed a conscientious undertone. Through various charitable and social initiatives, from designing mascots for I&U Charity Fund to translating educational materials, her skills and resources reverberate positively within societal frameworks. Her ongoing endeavors, such as donations from her artwork sales to organizations like “Children of Promise NYC” and “Animal Aid USA”, further validate this commitment to social impact.
Blair Zhou stands as a testament to the boundless possibilities that can be unearthed when creative authenticity, strategic corporate management, and a commitment to societal betterment are harmoniously aligned. Her multifaceted journey does not merely traverse across various disciplines and cultures, but also creates a resonant narrative that inspires exploration, understanding, and impact in each endeavor that she undertakes.
Amy Fu
Fang Fu (Amy Fu) was born in China. She came to America in 1986 and attended Columbia University.
She is a tenured professor,teaching Chinese language and culture at FIT,NYU, Baruch College,and Bard HS Early College for almost 20 years.
Fang Fu started acting and dancing at age 5 with her mother who is an opera singer in China. Fang Fu was a principal dancer inCCTV's Chinese New Year Gala in 2019 and Brooklyn Ballet's Nutcracker in2022.
Fu is an active ping pong player. She has been the Singles 1st place in NYC Women Table Tennis Association for 7 years and Mixed Doubles Champion in NYC for 3 years.
Fang Fu is also a proud mother of one daughter, Meryl M. Yang, who also attended Columbia University.
Genevieve Shi
Genevieve Shi is an award winning bilingual actress, singer and director. Born and raised in Chongqing, China, Gen moved to her dream city New York all on her own to pursue her passion in performing arts after freshman year in music college.
Her director debut RORY HOME which she also produced and starred in as the lead, has won 17 international awards in NY, LA, Chicago, Paris, Vienna and Singapore. Including "Best Actress", "Best Romance Film" and "Best First-Time Director". Most recently Gen played the lead in the short film BAYARD STREET which won “Audience Award” at Asian American International Film Festival and “Best Narrative Short” at Philadelphia Asian American FilmFest. Her upcoming feature film DON Q starring alongside Emmy Award Winning actor Armand Assante is premiering at Regal Union Square at Chelsea Film Festival this Autumn!
Previously Gen performed solo at Carnegie Hall for her win at the American Protege International Music Vocal Competition 2022. She was invited twice to sing at the OSCAR CHINA NIGHT in Beverly Hills. Off-Broadway credits include - COMFORT WOMEN at Playwrights Horizons, GREEN CARD at Theatre at St.Clements, Solo Concerts at Triad Theatre.
Gen is proud of building her own coaching business - to help Chinese millennials speak English with more grace and confidence, and also coach singers on voice technique. To unwind, she enjoys commercial jazz dancing, playing the piano and savoring spicy noodle soup.
Lyuba Lockett
Lyuba Lockett is a dedicated and passionate actor with a strong desire to pursue a career in the industry. She has experience in commercial acting, lifestyle modeling, public speaking, and is currently taking acting classes to further develop her skills. Lyuba’s goal is to bring authentic and powerful performances to the stage and screen.
Since June 2022 she has been selected and successfully performed in commercial roles with 1-800-Flowers, Google Chrome, Netflix Games and more.
Lyuba Lockett was born in Russia and identifies as Kalmyk, an ethnic minority within Russia. She came to America in 1996 to pursue her own happiness and is currently a business owner, proud mother to her daughter Audrey, a senior at Cornell University, and a wife to her wonderful husband, Larry.
In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading about spirituality, birdwatching and cooking Kalmyk Foods.
She is represented by Prestigious Powerhouse Modeling agency based in NYC since 2022.
Shirley Lu
Shirley Lu is a dedicated and passionate actress with a strong desire to pursue a career in the industry. She has experience in commercial acting, modeling and music performing. She graduated from State University of New York and obtained master degree of Science in Finance major. She also studied the Acting for Film Program in New York Film Academy. She have acted roles in several independent films.
Shirley was born in China and came to the US in 2013 to pursue her own studies and dreams. She started to play violin since she was 5 years old and once awarded the First Prize of China Anhui Provincial Violin Competition.
In the US, Shirley once awarded as The Best Talent Angel in 2016 California Beauty Angel Competition;
The Winner of 2018 New York Fashion New Face Competition; The Winner of 2019 Miss New York of East Coast USA Beauty Pageant; The 1st Runner of 2019 Miss China International Pageant North America and the Best Talented Award of the Global Finals.
In her free time, she enjoys singing, dancing and public speaking. She loves being on the stage. Her motto is: Where there are dreams, there is light
Mariana Leung
Mariana Leung was born in Sacramento, California, and graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in fashion design.
She made her television debut in the HBO Documentary Series “East of Main Street – Asians Aloud” (2010). Mariana has since been a regular fixture on lifestyle programs for HGTV, The Food Network, and talk shows like The Drew Barrymore Show and Dr. Oz.
She advocates for Asian representation in the media with pieces written for Narrative.ly.
Mariana makes an artisan gourmet collection from Wicked Finch Farm in Upstate New York in her spare time.
Madison Cu
Madison Cu 邱月亮 is an Asian-American singer, actress, and educator from New York. Since graduating from The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre, she has worked in several onstage shows: Two Princes (54 Below), Fly Me Away (Museum of Chinese in America/Fordham University), and Ancient History (The Tank). She is a mezzo-soprano/belt and has been training her voice for at least fifteen years. In 2022, Madison spent time in Italy where she performed in multiple concerts while also studying music and training in the Narnia Vocal Arts Program. Her works also include voiceover roles, short films, and modeling. Madison holds a BS in Health Science with a concentration in disability studies and human development from Stony Brook University.
Nana
Nana (Christina Cheng Zou) An entrepreneur in the financial industry who immigrated to US from Shanghai in 2010, my work is helping commercial real estate project funding, connecting projects with capital market, family office advisor. I graduated from Shanghai International Study University, but never forget the dream of becoming an actress since I was a little girl. I am a dreamer who loves life! Currently I am being trained speech and acting by my tutor from Broadway. I won the champion of 2022 world madam New York division, the 1st place of Chinese American hot mama beauty pageant in 2018 and, I have my own choreographed dance show every year, I have served as a curator for artist exhibitions in Shanghai and New York, I have a natural good taste in fashion. I also love spiritual learning, Zen, Chinese philosophy and caring people ’s mental health, became the member of New York Heart Bud Foundation and the advisor of International Leadership Foundation which support the young generations. What I am most proud of myself is I am also a mother who has raised two outstanding daughters, while trying to grow my career.
I believe the film director and producer is great role to bring story to influence peoples, I am honored to be part of the main street shoot produced and directed by Jenni and Scott.
Isabel Wu
Hello everyone, my name is Isabel. I am a passionate and imaginative actor, with a deep love for the art of performance.
In my heart, acting is a magical power that can transport audiences to a whole new world, allowing them to experience different emotions and stories. Although I haven't had the opportunity to appear in any films or plays yet, I believe I possess a unique talent for acting and boundless potential.
From a young age, I have had a strong interest in acting. I would often play various characters at home, showcasing my imagination through imitation and creation. This love for acting has continuously inspired me to pursue my dreams with courage.
I firmly believe that a great actor requires not only skills but also emotional resonance and keen insight. To enhance my acting abilities, I have participated in various acting training and workshops, learning different techniques, and honing my physical and vocal expression.
Additionally, I have explored different roles and scripts, collaborating with other actors to improve my teamwork and cooperation skills.
As an actor, I believe our responsibility extends beyond simply playing a character on stage or screen. It is our duty to convey emotions and thoughts through our performances, touching the hearts of the audience. I am eager to have the opportunity to work with other talented artists, to grow and progress together in our shared artistic creations
Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I look forward to bringing my passion, imagination, and talent to your projects, and together, creating an unforgettable artistic journey. Thank you
Yen Wen Chen
Hi! I'm Yen Wen Chen. A Taiwanese immigrant who came to NYC 27 years ago. After two years of studying fashion in Taiwan, I decided to pursue art in NY instead. Starting from language school, then going to Parsons School of Design. I started working as an art model all over the city which unexpectedly broke my relationship with my conservative family. After getting my BFA, I continued to stay in NYC working as a model, visual artist, art studio manager, artist assistant, freelance illustrator, museum staff and various positions at laundromat, thrift shops, and even worked as quality control manager for established salad franchise stores.
In waves of life, I have lived as a roommate sharing an apartment, to living as an artist resident at historic Chelsea Hotel, to surviving in an ancient single room occupancy (SRO) building, to my final home which will turn into my dream museum one day.... All my past ups and downs have fermented and turned into the richest life I experience as an actor who embraces the light and has the courage to dive into darkness. Truth matters. Acting is sincerely experiencing different lives through storytelling. Writing my NY stories and doing visual arts are expressing how it's like to live as a real human being. ( FB: 紐約到了, IG: yenalyze ) I'm grateful to share my passion for the arts by being authentic. The mosaic of life is worthy of love and respect.
I have participated various film/TV and modeling productions. From Amazon Prime TV series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, short independent films with major NY film schools and independent filmmakers, Let’s Get Checked healthcare commercial, to still photography modeling for rebranding with feminist life coach Kara Loewentheil’s Unfuck Your Brain education program.
Main Street production tells the stories that need to be told. I’m honored to be part and bring stories to others hearts.
Yuan Luzhi
Yuan luzhi was born in China and was a university teacher before coming to the United States!
In past 30 years since Yuan came to the United States, Yuan have worked in many traditional industries: Garment making. fashion design and the fashion jewelry industry.
Currently In addition to being the owner of a jewelry company, she is also a financial advisor. At the same time, the self-media "Magic Chat” Room was founded on YouTube during the epidemic! As a host, Yuan have interviewed dozens of professionals from different areas. And also hosted many large-scale events!
Yuan is a person who is enthusiastic, sincere, generous and warm to her friends. A person who is passionate serious and responsible to her work.
In life, she is a well-educated mother who loves cooking, dancing, movies and art. Love her two adorable twin girls and a wonderful husband!
Whether it is in work or life, Yuan always staying enthusiastic, cheerful, and pursuing happiness is our consistent goal and purpose!