Pics from 2 recent projects: a short film, where I play a conflicted single mom through different eras, and a tv pilot, where I play a concerned Orange County neighbor:
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May Offering (quickie)
Fresh
April Consciousness
Hello, friends!
Last month was the premiere of “Premenstrual Margot” at Chapman’s Folio Theater. It was a great night, reconnecting with cast and crew, watching the other splendid films of the evening, and making new friends. Enjoy some behind the scenes shots in this post!
In other news, it’s been a time of recovery for my DH who had knee surgery nearly two months ago. Neither of us anticipated what this process would take, but finally things seem to be stabilizing. And of course, it’s like the universe knows I’ve been in caretaker mode these last number of weeks, so things have been rather gentle acting-wise. 😉
All of this, and I mean all of this has been fueling a fresh consciousness awakening, a cellular homecoming that feels like everything.
So here’s to divine timing. The waiting in the wings that you are savoring because somewhere inside, you know it means everything. This moment. That moment. The shadows that give way to the light. The bubbling that gives way to stillness. And it’s all a dance. All one big surrender.
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it tickles…
ok, now i’m fine
these aren’t my glasses, but now they are and they’re amazing! with Giselle Torres
march or stroll
For me, early March is one of those liminal times — not quite winter anymore, yet not quite spring yet either. I’ve been loving dressing for these in between times — thoughtfully choosing the items that, together, signal this threshold time.
Speaking of cusps, In February I filmed a short that had the craziest coincidences of cusps that I’ve ever been a part of (to my knowledge anyhow). I was born on the Libra – Scorpio cusp, my screen son on the Scorpio – Saggitarius cusp, and my screen husband on the Sagittarius – Capricorn cusp! And not only that, our director was born on the Aires – Taurus cusp!! I love these synchronicities. And, of course, we all got along splendidly.
Enjoys the scenery as it changes!
XO
Dalit
Make the Call
my cuspy family ~ led by Eris Zhao w/ Stephen R. Peluso & Matthew Odette!
after the rain
squirts, gushes & the occasional whiff
Hiya, mates!
During these last few weeks in Los Angeles, it’s been alternatingly raining hard and shining brightly. Literally, and quite possibly figuratively. But there’s a lot of beauty in those natural displays most of the time.
On the acting front, I had my first commercial avail of the year – that’s like a big juicy almost. Par for the course, for sure. On the sunnier side, I also got my first film booking, which I shoot later this week. Ups, downs, all arounds. This is the world we’re in. As I learned in my religious studies 3000 years ago, the sour allows us to really taste the sweet. Full disclosure, I’ve always been more of a devotee of the pungent (turmeric, cardamom, thyme…), but that’s another story for another month.
Wishing you a great February, filled with love, nourishing waters and all kinds of flavors.
Peace,
Dalit
turmeric latte with crystals on the side Xo
smarty
Hey 19
Happy New Year!
I had some sweet holiday times with close family and powerful theater back east. And now it’s back to LA and all that that entails.
Some performance highlights were seeing the off-broadway play “Daniel’s Husband” (sadly in its final days) and the musical “The Band’s Visit” (I loved it so much), not to mention some great jazz at Smoke and finally getting to see the film “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
It was great to see its accolades at the Golden Globes last night, as well as Glenn Close’s recognition for her beautiful work in “The Wife.” Funny thing, I watched that on the plane to Michigan in November, and I remember thinking, I really hope other people get to see this…It’s a very particular story with great nuance. I just might need to see it again on a larger screen. Happily, more people will get to see it now too!
(True story: I got to see Ms. Close in the original “The Real Thing” with Jeremy Irons eons ago. I went with a dear friend who quite adored her and brought a single red rose to give her after the performance – I was obsessed with Mr. Irons, but that is another tale. Anyway, she was incredibly gracious and even introduced us to her partner at the time. What a class act.)
But here were are now! It’s been raining in LA, and January here has a kind of silence that feels both cleansing and piercing. Things are happening already, projects are underway, and there is a need to lean into the activity (at least I feel it) to keep going, keep growing, and be ready for what’s around the corner.
On a personal note, I’d like to thank you for reading and supporting my journey over this past year. It was a very productive one, and of course none of that can happen alone. I have enjoyed connecting with you on a monthly basis, and I aim to continue this practice over 2019.
May you have a healthy and happy new year. May all your dreams come true.
Peace,
Dalit
from D-town to December
Happy December, friends! I’ve just come back from a few days in the great city of Detroit.
The architecture, the food, and the people…oh yes….creatively nourishing all of it.
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Late November Check in
Well, hello! Here are some recent set stills from a wild short I just completed called “The Rats.” Call me Krystal.
Oh, and Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing you a day of contentment and peace.
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Removing the Polish
As actors, it can sometimes be hard to say goodbye to the characters we play. Especially when they land in a sweet spot of our psyches. Such was the case with Janine. Janine, the fun, cool mom to the titular “Premenstrual Margot” played by the marvelous Giselle Torres.
One of the visual details of the role was red accents: in wardrobe, accessories and fingernails. I never wear red nails. But Janine did. Always.
So when I was done with my filming, and a day later I had an audition for a decidedly non-red-polish-working-class-single-mom in the Middle East, the red needed to go.
Initially, it felt brutal – like prying off Janine in such a heartless, dismissive manner. Wiping her away, just like that.
How can I make this kinder, I thought? Or is it the same as removing the discreet clear tape that holds that tiny microphone to one’s bare skin while filming? Often it’s better to pull it off fast….like a band-aid. Heavy sigh.
What to do?
After some hand-wringing and stomach churning journaling, finally I came up with this:
I love you Janine. Thank you, Janine.
But now I must remove the polish.
Wishing us all grace and ease as we let go into this new season.
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Sweet Home (#tiredandgrateful)
It’s catch up time after a month of intense work. The commercial shoot was incredibly fun, and the film had its out of town challenges with long days and outdoor scenes in sweltering temps. But we all got through it, thanks to everyone’s dedication and commitment. The crew was so helpful protecting the cast from the blazing elements and supporting us all beautifully. Pics on that to come!
For now, it’s all about laundry, cleaning, (still sandy somehow), and settling back into life.
It’s also about gathering energy for what’s coming. I discovered a new yoga studio in my hood a couple of weeks ago, so that will be a great way to recharge and let go some more.
It’s good to be back home, but I’m excited for the next adventure…
Stay hydrated, friends! 😉
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double fun
Happy June, Y’all!
There have been two buds a budding. One is a feature film booking, in which I’ll be playing a major supporting role filming this July. It’s a pychological thriller with a wonderful group of artists…can’t wait to play with them all.
The second is a commercial booking shooting soon. Good times! More on that to come.
Wishing you a great month of sweet surprises.
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Upon Awakening this Mothers Day
happy mothers day to all the mothers the nurturers, the unmothered partially mothered the learning to mother the confused mothers the blossoming mothers the tenders the care-taking magicians the tired ones ah... the tenderers the eager to mothers the dreaming of mothers would be mothers almost mothers not to be mothers determined to mother mothers they did the best they could mothers the accidental mothers the conflicted mothers the mothers who are afraid the struggling mothers sword-carrying mothers the mother dreamers the seeking balance and liberation mothers guilt-ridden mothers workaholic mothers desperate to love and be loved mothers and then there is the GREAT MOTHER inside free from any story or particulars pure, ordinary, unnamed mother may we know this infinite mother relax into that wide expanse of presence and mercy the deep deep care that can also have the lightest touch or not all of the pieces are fair game may we re-member this fierce whisper of kindness/inclusion in our bones in our breath again and again
* Dalit Berkowitz
May 13, 2018
Early Spring
I love the spring. Especially early spring when the smell of winter is still dangling in the air.
Something is coming, pushing through, already pushed through from all that waiting and in some cases aching, and what will it be?
Maybe it’s the question that I love best.
It has begun. The faintest quickening. How will formation take shape? What new things or experiences have begun to germinate and sprout?
This soul craves renewal.
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Dalit Berkowitz 