September 21st, 2009 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

Some say if you want to make it as an actress you’ve either got to be in New York or Los Angeles. I’m inclined to agree.

I’ve been living in Georgia on and off since the 90’s and have had the opportunity to experience many things. Being the bigger fish in a smaller pond has its perks. You’re able to hone your craft and make a name for yourself on a local level. I’ve been able to be in movies and theatre that probably would have been much harder had I started out in New York or LA. I think it’s always better to head to one of those cities once you have a resume on you already. Just starting out in those markets is extremely hard and frustrating.

With that said, I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s time for me to make the to move to Los Angeles. I want to make some contacts there and take my career to the next level. I plan on keeping my contacts in Georgia (they were hard to get ya know) and doing the bi-coastal thing. I love living in the south, but I know it is time.

I’m originally from Bronx, New York and I’m not in too much of a rush to head back to the hustle and bustle that only New York has. When I performed on Broadway last summer with “The Lion King” I dreaded having to take the train and deal with all of those New Yorkers day to day.

I’m excited about Los Angeles and all of its possibilities. I’ll be essentially starting from ground zero. I’ll have to search for agents, managers and workshops so that I’m able to network. I’ve learned from other actors and actress that you’ve got to do your own homework. Don’t just wait for your agent to call you.
I’ll be doing some video postings on my agent search. Perhaps you might be looking for the same thing as I am.

I’m truly going on faith that this next step is right one. The journey continues!!!

Until next time, stay inspired.
-Christine Horn (Your favorite Tall Black Actress)

September 9th, 2009 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

September 1st, 2009 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

Hey yall! I decided to send you a quick hello from the air. This tall black actress has some long legs and I think I’ve just reached my 7th hour of flying time today and I’m just trying to maintain my cool. I’ve got 2 more hours to go so I don’t have much choice. At least I got a window seat and I’m seating next to a sweet old couple who offered me some of their chex mix earlier.

So why the long flight? I’m headed to Anchorage, Alaska for 6-weeks to perform with “The Lion King.” I promise to bring my camera to work everyday just in case Ms. Palin decides to make a cameo!

I hear that Alaska is beautiful even though it can get pretty cold. I don’t like being so far away from home, but it seems like it has the possibility of being a wonderful experience. I’m hoping to take some tours of the glaciers and catch some pics of the moose in town.

I think its time for another nap now…zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

Until next time, stay inspired.

-Christine Horn (your favorite tall black actress)

October 9th, 2008 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

In this month’s Ebony Magazine a feature was written about Black Actor’s on Broadway. My name was listed on page 142 as a cast member of “The Lion King.” What an honor to see my name in PRINT!

June 24th, 2008 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

Greetings,As you know, I’ve been touring with Disney’s “ The Lion King” since 2006. The tour I was on closed on March 3rd. I’ve been enjoying my time back home in Atlanta, working on music and acting. As I was prepping for my welcome back party this Wednesday, I got a phone call that made my dreams come true…I MADE IT TO BROADWAY!!!

Ever since I was little, all I ever wanted to do was sing and act. My mother Valerie took me to see all kinds of shows and put me in dance classes. Never forced…I loved every minute of it. I was always an “artistic type”…maybe because I’m a Sagittarius…maybe because I grew up an only child for 15 years and constantly talked to myself…who knows. LOLTo make a long story short, I’ve re-joined my “Lion King” family in New York City on Broadway. I’m filling in for a cast member on medical leave. Though this is a temporary arrangement…I’m proud to say I MADE IT! If I died tomorrow, please know that I lived a FULL life and fought long and hard for my dreams. FREE SHOW IN ATLANTA THIS WEDNESDAY, June 25thVisit http://www.chocolatesuperstar.com/ for details if you forgot…Do me a favor…take two minutes out of your busy schedule today and think about your dreams. What was it that you said you ALWAYS wanted to do? Are you close to doing it? Never let your FEAR stop you. Stop listening to those folks who say you can’t do it, because they speak from their own FEAR. Regardless of what ANYBODY says, dreams DO come true.Until next time…

Stay inspired,Christine Horn

March 30th, 2008 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

Greetings from Atlanta!I know it’s been quite a while since I’ve written. So here goes…I have finally returned to Atlanta after a long stint with Disney’s “The Lion King.” I left on July 5, 2006 to embark on what became the job of a lifetime. I met the most wonderful group of people, got to sing, act and dance EVERYDAY! It was a dream come true. I was not in New York but on the national tour. We moved every 4-6 weeks.

Where I went…

Houston, TX

Tucson, AZ

Denver, CO

Los Angeles, CA

Omaha, NE

Austin, TX

Cincinnati, OH

Appleton, WI

St. Louis, MO

Cleveland, OH

Memphis, TN

Dallas, TX

Minneapolis, MN

Honolulu, HI

Mexico City, Mexico

Milwaukee, WI

I must say my favorite places were Denver, Houston and St. Louis. There was such culture there and a great music scene!Many of you living in Atlanta may be wondering if I’m performing with the show that is coming to the Civic Center this month. The answer is “NO. I wish.” LOL Actually the tour I was on closed on March 3rd. So the cast have all gone home to their respective cities or to a different company.What’s next?

I’m RECORDING! Yes, I am soooooooooo excited to say that I have started recording my 3rd album. If you didn’t know I had 2 out already, shame on you! :O) You can get caught up by checking me out online. This next project should be interesting since I’ve experienced so much since the last album, “THERAPY.” So look out for it this summer!Where can you get the other albums?I-Tuneshttp://www.chocolatesuperstar.com/http://www.cdbaby.com/Moods Music (Atlanta)Armand Records (Philadelphia)Reflection Emporium (Massachusetts)Dusty Groove (Chicago)It’s been so nice catching up with you. As always, if you know of a venue in need of an artist like me to perform, let me know. Thank you for you continued support!

Until next time…
Peace,Christine Horn

September 15th, 2007 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

I just wanted to drop you a quick line to let you know what’s new in my world. As you probably know by now, I’ve taken a break from being the R&B Alternative to perform with the Cheetah National Tour of Disney’s THE LION KING. I was cast as a singer in the ensemble and I am also an understudy for the lead role of Nala and Sarabi as well. I’ve been on the road since last July and have been having a blast!THE GOOD NEWSI was just offered to actually play the lead role of NALA for 7 weeks for the Gazelle National Tour for their current leads leave of absence! This is a major deal for me and I am so excited and honored to have been chosen. Aside from it being a great resume builder, I get to have a lot more time to play with the character and meet a totally different cast! After my 7 weeks, I will return to my original duties with the Cheetah Tour.The Gazelle Tour has been doing more of the East Coast dates that you’ve probably heard about (Florida, Charlotte and is scheduled to come to Atlanta in 2008.)In case you are in the city or have family or friends planning on coming to the show, here is my performance schedule:Memphis, TN – September 13 – 16thDallas, TX – September 18 – October 22ndMinneapolis, MN – October 23 – 28thRECORDING NEWSI have been coming home to Atlanta periodically and have finally begun production on the next two albums. It feels so great to be back in the studio and working my writing muscle again! I can’t wait until I can give you a sample of what’s to come.

Until next time…

September 14th, 2007 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

I just wanted to drop you a quick line to let you know what’s new in my world. As you probably know by now, I’ve taken a break from being the R&B Alternative to perform with the Cheetah National Tour of Disney’s THE LION KING. I was cast as a singer in the ensemble and I am also an understudy for the lead role of Nala and Sarabi as well. I’ve been on the road since last July and have been having a blast!THE GOOD NEWSI was just offered to actually play the lead role of NALA for 7 weeks for the Gazelle National Tour for their current leads leave of absence! This is a major deal for me and I am so excited and honored to have been chosen. Aside from it being a great resume builder, I get to have a lot more time to play with the character and meet a totally different cast! After my 7 weeks, I will return to my original duties with the Cheetah Tour.The Gazelle Tour has been doing more of the East Coast dates that you’ve probably heard about (Florida, Charlotte and is scheduled to come to Atlanta in 2008.)In case you are in the city or have family or friends planning on coming to the show, here is my performance schedule:Memphis, TN – September 13 – 16thDallas, TX – September 18 – October 22ndMinneapolis, MN – October 23 – 28thRECORDING NEWSI have been coming home to Atlanta periodically and have finally begun production on the next two albums. It feels so great to be back in the studio and working my writing muscle again! I can’t wait until I can give you a sample of what’s to come.

Until next time…

July 6th, 2006 by Christine Horn (Your Favorite Tall Black Actress)

I recently got some very exciting news. I have just been added to the Cheetah Company National Tour of Disney’s “THE LION KING!” I left for Houston, Texas yesterday and will be starting rehearsals in a few days. Until then, I will just be watching the show each chance I get.For all of my frustrated actors out there….I was totally shocked that I got this call because I auditioned for THE LION KING in Atlanta about 3 years ago and never heard anything back from them. Then about 3 months ago, DISNEY called my agent and I flew to New York to auditon for one of the tours. I got back home and was told that I did not get the part…but I was next in line if the girl they offered it to turned it down.So I put it out of my mind (as we performers tend to do so we don’t go crazy thinking about every audition) then all of a sudden a week and a half ago…I get a call saying they wanted me…and I had to be ready to leave on July 5th.So…every Casting Director isn’t lying when they tell you that they’re going to keep your headshot on file. It took three years…but I’m HERE!I’ll post my touring cities for the next year on my EVENTS page…maybe if you’re nearby, you can check us out!By the way…I’ve been cast in the ensemble as a singer and I also understudy the female leads, NALA and SARABI.