Next up in our Meet the Actors series is Aneudy Corchado! Aneudy will make his Mythology Project debut in Mythology Project 2023!

How did you get started in theatre/acting?

As a young kid I watched a lot of Jim Carrey movies and I wanted to be as silly as he was while making people laugh. I would copy some of his antics and act like a goof whenever a camera was present. I tried getting into my high school’s choir but I did not have a good singing voice. I even tried auditioning to go to school at the Academy of the Arts in Hartford but I never got accepted. I tried out Ballroom Dancing at my high school and got involved in the musicals my high school would perform, and from there I promised myself to continue working on myself until I landed speaking roles and show my peers that I do have some talent.

Favorite theatre/acting memory (if you care to share!):

I have a few. I once flew out and somersaulted out the mouth of Audrey II to take my bow when the show had finished. Being able to do a favorite musical of my parents twice in my life with different roles for each show of Grease. I enjoy hearing the audience laugh with my shenanigans on stage. I love doing shows with some of my closest friends, although there has yet to be any interaction for any of our roles, I still enjoy being onstage with them. Most of all, my favorite acting memory was being able to fulfill a number of dream roles that I set my heart out for, thus fulfilling the childhood dream of having the spotlight and entertaining the audience.

Number of years acting/in theatre:

I have been acting since 2007, 16 consecutive years , partaking in school musicals and short plays conducted by the high school’s Drama Club.

Number of Mythology Projects you’ve participated in:

This will actually be my first Mythology Project.

(For returnees) How is this project different from past projects?

I am not a returnee, but this will be the first time I will be in a show where I played multiple characters at once and figuring out the different hats to use for each of my roles.

Favorite myth or fairytale (of all time) and why is it your favorite?

Growing up, Greek mythology was something I encountered a lot along the way. I was into the history of Greece and the stories they told about the lost city of Atlantis or how Gods obtained their immortality through the Garden of the Hesperides, or the story of Heracles which was also celebrated by Romans who called him Hercules instead. Greek mythology has always fascinated me.

Favorite mythological creature/character of all time and why is it your favorite?

The Basilisk is a favorite mythological creature of mine. I first heard of the name in the Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets book. A giant reptilian that is able to swallow a man whole was hard to believe and interesting to imagine until I saw the Anaconda movies. I imagine it would be scary to encounter one of those in real life, as well as the Minotaur. 

Favorite myth/story in Mythology Project 2023 and why:

The Giant’s Causeway due to it being the shortest in the play as well as the silliest. Seeing Ben behave like a baby is hilarious.

What’s your superpower?

Being an empath; I am a good listener, although I don’t always give out the best advice, I can take solace in knowing I gave someone my attention while they vent to me their struggles and problems as well as offer them guidance.

Why should audiences come to see the show?

To learn the American interpretation of what we think Celtic Mythology is told. The show is hilarious and charming from beginning to end with a group of creative performers. There’s comedy, drama, action, singing, lots and lots of singing and it’s not even a musical, but it is a fun show for all ages. So come witness our goofy butts make you laugh.

One song/sound/image that captures the essence of Mythology Project 2023 for you:

BATTLE RAGE!!!!

Thank you, Aneudy!

The Mythology Project 2023 will premiere at the Windsor Art Center September 28, 29, and 30th at 7 pm. There will be a free talkback discussion following the September 29 performance. Suggested donation is $15.00. For more information and to reserve tickets, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-mythology-project-tickets-698478507017 

The Mythology Project 2023 is hosted at the Windsor Art Center, directed by Amanda Pawlik, and made possible through the support of the NewAlliance Foundation and the Ensworth Charitable Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee.