SPEECH ARTS

In high school I wanted to be an actor, pursuing a BFA in fine arts was a step towards that. I moved away from it during my time as a country recording artist but I do believe, all that time on stages as a singer songwriter, utilized a lot of my acting skills. After being 'Terilyn Ryan' country recording artist, I went back to my maiden name 'Terilyn Spooner' and released a childrens' CD. In my show I had costumed characters and puppets I created, also I created a play with it called, 'A Crazy Farm.' I started working with my students on monologues for auditions in the Okanagan area. One of these, whom I worked with for several years in voice lessons and theory, is now a professional actor whose first role in the film industry was a speaking role in Deadpool! She has since gone on to major roles with Disney and others! I have had students chosen as Provincial Representative for the Kiwanis. I love it all! I have also helped professionals with presentations and vocal health when having to project at places like swimming pools, gym class and louder environments.