Sekenia Williams, A Man in Business~
Playwright and Author of "Soul Expoesd"
Sekenia Williams, Letter of Introduction:
Born in Suffolk, Virginia, Author, Director, Producer, Playwriter, songwriter, Fashion Show Producer, Sekenia Williams has become one of the most veratile figures in the entertainment industry; with a powerful new book out "Soul Exposed", as well as working as an arranger, producer, talent scout, agent and Model Agency Owner. He first performed as part of a family singing group, Sha Sha and the Tots, he concentrated on writing directing, producing, songwriting and production.
His distinctive style of writing landed him a publishing deal with Author house, and his new autobigraphy "Soul Exposed" has brought him even wider exposure, offers from movie companies, record companies and other publishers.
Fiercely independent and ambitious, he signed to Author House Publishing as an Author/ Editor with the understanding that they would share all royalties 50/50 and he would remain in control over his entire project.
In 1999, he opened Beautiful People Model Talent and Casting Ltd. and launched the modeling careers of many young models including intenational Super-model Sehoya.
His solo recording career launched with the album "My Name is Sekenia" and attendant single "Without You." Which he debuted on the Jenny Jones show.
The well-connected Entertainer/Entreprneur was provided with immediate exposure for the Music video that he directed for DJ Kool and Magoo (a long time collaborator of Timberland) entitled "Back-Up Out My Way" received excellent reviews.
He was reluctant to commit himself fully to a career as a performer. He didn't want to get caught up in being an artist and always on the go, he felt that once you do that, it `s hard to get into the studio or at the computer to create.
Despite his growing reputation and success, Williams remaines based in h Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) is hometown of Suffolk Virginia and lives part-time in LA.
In September 2001 he collaborated with Nicole Wray; Missy Elliott's protege, as a consultant, make-up artist, and stylist for her worls tour. Although Williams found time in his busy schedule to produce his excellent stageplay
"4 Sisters from the South" May 2002.
Incredibly, Williams managed to surpass that success with the follow-up stage -play "She A'int Right"... a stunning compendium of contemporary urban characters, lots of laughter, good music, urban quotes and left-field views of life in the hood. That was instantly hailed as one of the finest black stageplays of the new millennium.
Contemporary Renaissance Man: Playwright, Director, Music Video Director, Producer, Casting Director, Talent Coordinator, Actor, Acting Coach, Model, Modeling Coach, Singer, Songwriter, Author, Screenwriter, TV and RadioTalk Show Host, Designer, Stylist, Fashion Photographer, Make-up Artist, Emcee, Fashion Show Producer, Special Events Coordinator,Agent/Manager and Owner of Beautiful People Model, Talent and Casting Agency Ltd. (Entrepreneur, Playwright, Author / Director, Producer, Composer)He has written dozens of songs, one book his own autobiography (Soul Exposed).
He has written six stageplays that have received national acclaim; ?揋irls In The Hood?? ?揇eath by Disco Fever??, ?揥hat God Has For Me?? ?? Sisters Form The South?? ?揊or Christmas and For Ever?? ?揟roubled Man??and She Aint Right. He produced and directed all of the projects in his very own theater (The Beautiful People Theater) using the talent from his own talent agency (Beautiful People Model, Talent and Casting Agency Ltd.)
Sekenia Williams, wrote and CO-produced all of the cuts on his debut solo CD entitled
My Name is Sekenia Soon to be released.
My Name is Sekenia also features a remake of ?揝UNRISE??is a cover tune from 1980 originally recorded by SLICK.
(Actor, Casting Director, Acting Coach)
In 1998 Sekenia appeared in ?揟he Navy Seals??movie, directed one music video and published one poem, made a special guest appearance on The Jenny Jones Show.
In 1999 Sekenia cast and appeared in the feature film ?揘othing 2 Lose??Starring Brian Hooks.
He produced photos and clips for Missy Elliott that appeared on MTV's Bio Rhythm. In 2001 he cast and CO-starred in ?揊or Real??alongside Tim Reid.
2002 Sekenia CO-Directed the Music Video ?揃ack-up Out My Way??Starring Magoo and DJ Kool, he also supplied talent and acted as consultant to stylist and Make-up Artist.
Sekenia teaches acting on a weekly basis and coaches Nicole Wray and Michelle LeMelle.
(Fashion Designer/Marketing Director)
In 2001 he also partnered with Bryan Rone and designed The Abasi Bomani Collection, a line of urban and contemporary clothing for men and women available in 42 stores around the world.
The Abasi Bomani Collection was featured via product placement in the film "For Real" (Starring TIm Reid) and in the Music Video "Back-up Out my Way" with Magoo and DJ-Kool.
He also placed the Clothing line on Nicole Wray?抯 Tour, Sister to Sister Magazine, and VERVE magazine.
(Publicist, Stylist, Make-up Artist, Acting Coach, Fashion Photographer) In 2001 he cast the background singers, and dancers for Elektra recording Artist.
Nicole Wray. He is also coached Nicole for movie auditions, worked as her stylist, photographer, publicist and make-up artist. He also styled her dancers for her 2001 tour.
As a Fashion Photographer he has photographed many celebrities including Missy Elliott and her mom, Nicole Wray and Cory Alexander, Stephanie Mills, Malik Yoba and countless models including Sehoya.
(Agent, Fashion Show Producer, Choreographer, MC.)
Agent negotiated National Model Contracts for Azzure, Indigo Red, Vibe Magazine,
Muscle and Fitness, DNR Exclusive Management for top models Sahoya, Ed Wicks Mark Mills, Ngo and Marcus Clark.
Placed actor Michelle LeMelle on tour with Stephanie Mills in ?揥hat's on the Hearts of Men??
As a Fashion Show producer he has choreographed several high profile fashion shows including international designers: Clive Rundle, Jorge Issac, Lourdes Atencio, Fabrizio Celleri, Antonio DaSilva, Da?抳id Montoya, Lowenthal Furs, Indigo Red, David?抯 Bridal, Everything But Water, Lillie?抯 of Ghent, Kristoff Phillipe, Vibe Magazine, Azzure, Meoshe, Abasi Baomani. And was asked by Meoshe to Choreograph a celebrity Fashion Show; celebrity models included Usher, Monica, 112, Escape, and Jagged Edge. Sekenia produced Fashions Y2k and Beyond, Men In Gear 2000, A Matter Of Style, 2002 Fashion Review, The Abasi Bomani Clothing Launch Featuring DJ Klue, Fashion Sizzles, Lloyd and Taylors, JC Pennny, the Children's Place, Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker, Fashions. Com, The Deb, Wilson's Leather and a his highly succesful series of Celebrity Fashion Shows ?揙de to Beautiful People 2002", 2003, and The East Coast Fashion Summit and Celebrity Fashion Show 2004.
As an agent he has close relationships with many major talent, artist, management, record labels, magazines, designers producers and other agents.
Sekenia signed singer; Tanasha, to his label and has written and produced all of the cuts on her project.
Sekenia managed international jazz recording artist F. R. E. N. S. and is Creative Consultant for Nicole Wray.
He got his first taste of show business at age 3, and started his own band at age 4, called SHA-SHA AND THE TOTS.
TV, Radio, Talk show Host director and producer
1996 Sekenia Created, Hosted and produced his own cable TV talk show called CONVERSATION PIECE.
In 2001 he created and host his own talk show on Fox 43 ?揃PTV [Beautiful People Television] where he interviewed Celebrities. Celebrity guest have included: Tim Reid, Daphne Reid, Kim Fields, James Avery, Alexis Fields, Rolonda Watts, Steven Williams, Merlin Santana, Kellie Williams, Zina Garrison, Lisa-Rae, Dion Richmond. DJ Clue, Nicole Wray, Sisquo, Jermaine Dupree, Morris Chestnut, Rosie Perez, MC Hammer and Coolio.
Sekenia also wrote, directed and produced all of the commercials that appeared on his show as well as, sold the air-time to sponsors.
Sekenia is a special guest host on VA bases radio talk show, WPCE?抯 Political Points.
(Entrepreneur)
In 1999, Sekenia developed BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE MODEL, TALENT & CASTING LTD. and the Beautiful People Theater.
The company manages models, actors and other talent as well as photographs, head shots, and comp cards for entertainers.
Beautiful People Players produces original stage-plays from the beinginig of production to opening night.
(Charity Affiliations)
Sekenia has worked closely with many Charities he has served as a Chair of Public Relations for the Tim Reid Scholarship Foundation, as well as organized the celebrity parties. Sekenia also produced fundraising fashion shows for NFL Star, Joe Smith ( of the Minnesota Timberwolves). Project Impact, and Youth Matters; as well as he donates time to many area schools for career day.
In 2002 Sekenia founded his very own non-profit charity organization The Beautiful People Players, an organization that encourages young performers to express their interest in the wonderful realm of theater and give them an opportunity to feature their work along side that of their peers across the country.
Extras / Talent/ Casting / Crew and Production Credits:
(Music Videos)
Music Video Janet Jackson March 1, 2004
Music Video LL Cool J Call For L.A. February 20, 2004
Beyonce Music Video February 6, 2004
Hip-Hop Dancers For Missy Elliott New York Tour February 6, 2004
Black Models & Dancers For Jay-Z Music Video January 16, 2004
Models Madonna's Dance 2004
New Music Video Monica March 2004
BET AWARDS 2004
Sekenia Williams.com
groups.aol.com/sekeniasfanclub
beautifulpeopleagency.com
authorhouse.com
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