Los Angeles based actor and writer Jenna Macari works in theatre, TV, film, commercials, and VO. A long-time student of Judith Weston's Actor/Director Lab, Jenna continues to collaborate with many wonderful artists from the Lab. She recently served as a writer and co-producer on the wine/travel/comedy episodic Wine Uncorked on Spirits Network. Originally from California's central coast, Jenna holds degrees from the Pacific Conservatory for the Performing Arts (PCPA) and the College of Santa Fe. Sketch comedy and improv training was procured at Improv Olympic, Chicago and UCB LA. Writing mentors include Andrea Ciannavei and Gina Gold.
Jenna and creative partner Logan Russell are currently developing several female-driven projects. High-concept Rom-Com feature script Catch & Release won The Page Awards Gold Prize in Comedy, and is a top ten finalist in Stage32’s first annual Rom-Com Screenplay Competition.
Unique traits: - of Portuguese and Czech descent - plays characters of strength with emotional accessibility and depth - commonly cast as mother, wry best friend, therapist, doctor, teacher, attorney, business woman and sometimes fierce Hollywood madame! - adept at Improv for stage and film, comedy and drama - Resume, pictures, demo reel and various clips available on IMDB.
Page Award - Gold Prize in Comedy for Feature Film Script
(2022)
Seattle Shorts Film Festival - Audience Choice Award for The Father
(2014)
Santa Fe University of Art and Design
(1992-1994)
Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts
(1989-1991)