Heidi grew up in the Chicago suburbs where she studied music and voice as a child. She began performing at local concerts and events, and at the age of 14 she made her Theatrical debut in the musical, "The Wizard of Oz". She received her Bachelor's Degree in Theatre from Barat College in Illinois. She made her big screen debut at the...
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Heidi grew up in the Chicago suburbs where she studied music and voice as a child. She began performing at local concerts and events, and at the age of 14 she made her Theatrical debut in the musical, "The Wizard of Oz". She received her Bachelor's Degree in Theatre from Barat College in Illinois. She made her big screen debut at the Chicago International Film Festival in award-winning short film An Open Door (2006) and her feature film debut in the award-winning independent film, Farewell Darkness (2007). Her films have played at more than 40 festivals internationally including the Cannes Film Festival. Show less «
Wanting to make a bigger contribution to the Indie-verse, I have been developing my writing skills.....Show more »
Wanting to make a bigger contribution to the Indie-verse, I have been developing my writing skills...although my number one creative passion is acting, I am enjoying branching out in new directions. Show less «
I trust myself, my intuition. If someone is putting pressure on me or trying to steer me in a direct...Show more »
I trust myself, my intuition. If someone is putting pressure on me or trying to steer me in a direction that doesn't feel right, I find another way to achieve the goal that does feel right for me. Show less «
Filmmakers have a great opportunity to let future generations know what it was like for us; and in t...Show more »
Filmmakers have a great opportunity to let future generations know what it was like for us; and in this moment to teach, inspire, connect and even just entertain. In the same way that a teacher shares knowledge and a doctor heals...for an actor and filmmaker, films are our contribution. It's a sweet responsibility. Show less «
We all bear the responsibility of changing at least one other person in our lives - often a romantic...Show more »
We all bear the responsibility of changing at least one other person in our lives - often a romantic partner whose heart we have broken so momentously that they were altered forever. Someone changed me. I know I've changed someone. Hopefully for the better. Show less «
[on inspiration] I find inspiration in a broad range of things. On a large scale, I'm inspired by pe...Show more »
[on inspiration] I find inspiration in a broad range of things. On a large scale, I'm inspired by people who never give up on what they believe in. People whose actions have manifested change in the world for the better. But I can also be inspired by something as seemingly mundane as the beauty of an autumn leaf or a kind smile. Anything that brings me into contact with what's real. Show less «
[on playing such an abused woman in "Farewell Darkness"] Circus (Szalewski) was great...he really in...Show more »
[on playing such an abused woman in "Farewell Darkness"] Circus (Szalewski) was great...he really inspired that fear in me. It was great to be able to work with somebody who...I would just look at him and start to feel really... intimidated. Show less «
The moments when I'm in front of a camera or on stage and I'm fully embodying a character, so comple...Show more »
The moments when I'm in front of a camera or on stage and I'm fully embodying a character, so completely oblivious to anything outside that bubble of what is being created in that moment...those inspired, special glimpses of magic between myself and another actor that come alive and can never be repeated exactly the same way again...firing on all cylinders... it's so fulfilling. And then finding out that it really moved somebody. That's an awesome feeling. Show less «
I absolutely love what I do. I love film and theatre and am particularly passionate about independen...Show more »
I absolutely love what I do. I love film and theatre and am particularly passionate about independent film. I am very grateful to be pursuing the career of my dreams and wish everybody the opportunity to go for their own dream. Show less «
[What would you change about you work/life if you could?] I wouldn't change anything about my life. ...Show more »
[What would you change about you work/life if you could?] I wouldn't change anything about my life. I am entirely grateful for everything exactly the way it is. This is an incredible journey. It'll be fun to see the highlights reel. Show less «
[Aspiration]...to live and act with integrity and purpose.
[Aspiration]...to live and act with integrity and purpose.
I'm a multitude of dichotomies. I'm simple and complex, chaotic and peaceful, flighty and efficient,...Show more »
I'm a multitude of dichotomies. I'm simple and complex, chaotic and peaceful, flighty and efficient, generous and needy, I can be nurturing or aloof. It's not unheard of for me to be all of these things in one day. I'm a work in progress. Show less «
My goal as an actor is to leave behind something that affects people's lives and teaches them someth...Show more »
My goal as an actor is to leave behind something that affects people's lives and teaches them something about the human condition and our time in history. Throughout time, artists have left behind a legacy of work that has informed a good deal of what we learn about the history of our world...poets, musicians, painters, sculptors, playwrights, etc. And now filmmakers. As an actor, I believe in doing work that matters and that resonates in people's minds and hearts; giving them a gift to keep. Show less «
[When asked to name favorite books] I'm a book nerd, so I have trouble choosing. When pressed to nam...Show more »
[When asked to name favorite books] I'm a book nerd, so I have trouble choosing. When pressed to name my favorite novelist in conversation, I say F. Scott Fitzgerald, for his mastery of being descriptively succinct (or succinctly descriptive). It also works as a tongue twister. Show less «
