Women Today

The Women Who Inspire feature allows area actors to encourage and promote others within the area to engage in the 'thriving arts scene.' Today we feature Amy Riemer:

Amy Riemer
Lives in Brillion, performs in Green Bay
Works with Let Me Be Frank Productions

What made you get into acting? I've been performing since I was a little girl. I've always loved it; I can't think of a time when I didn't want to be on stage.

What was your most recent role? I played a Southern girl who is a member of a singing group called "The Adequates" in our Christmas show this year.

What has been your most exciting acting experience? I was asked to be a small role in a short independent film called "The Bus Driver.”
It was very exciting and nerve-racking. I'd never done anything like that before and, even though I only had a few lines, I've never been more nervous.
Everyone involved was so positive and patient. All in all it was a great experience and a lot fun.

If you could change one thing about acting, what would it be? I think it's changing already, but I'd still like weight and size to not be such an important factor, especially for women.
I think it sends the wrong image to young people. The focus should be on being healthy.

What advice do you have for aspiring actors? Take every positive opportunity you can. Try things you may not think you can do, or have never done before. That's how you learn and grow as a performer.
If your instincts tell you that something really just isn't a good fit, however, go with your feelings.

Is it tough to be an actress in Northeast Wisconsin? I am so blessed! I think I have one of the best gigs around with Let Me Be Frank Productions, which is year-round steady work for me.
I am also the troupe vocal coach, so I'm involved with picking music and preparing for new shows before we start rehearsals.

Where do you hope to be in 10 years? Right here in Northeast Wisconsin.
This is where my heart is; my family, my friends. I get to sing, dance and act with amazingly talented people, and I have a great place to raise my son, Darien.
I believe that the arts in general are often underestimated in Green Bay and the Fox Valley. I know so many immensely talented musicians, dancers and artists.
We have a thriving arts scene here, and I'm proud to be a part of it.

What is your goal? I hope to contribute positively to my community through charitable acts, teaching, being a positive role model, and also simply raising the spirits of those who see me perform.