Diana Simonzadeh

Screenshot of my role as Cynthia, the “psycho”...

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 12:00:00 -0600

Screenshot of my role as Cynthia, the “psycho” analyst from upcoming supernatural thriller, Remote Viewing by Robert Puccinelli starring actor/filmmaker, Joe Swanberg. This independent film is currently in post and will hitting the festival circuit soon. Stay tuned for local screenings info!

WaterWalk feature will have screenings in 50 USA cities & Canada! Recent screenings at the Gene Siskel Film Center.

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:50:00 -0600

I had the pleasure of being a player in this feature film that’s based on a true story....

Diana Simonzadeh on IMDB

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Diana Simonzadeh on IMDB

Updated theatrical demo. Selected clips of my independent film...

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:35:00 -0600

Updated theatrical demo. Selected clips of my independent film and TV work.

"Chicago Fire" Leaders Lead (TV episode 2013)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:39:00 -0600

"Chicago Fire" Leaders Lead (TV episode 2013): Directed by Michael Slovis. With Christian Castro,...

My actor’s resume can be found on IMDB,...

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 03:20:00 -0600

My actor’s resume can be found on IMDB,...

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:20:00 -0600

“Risk more than others think is safe. Care more than others think is wise. Dream more than...

At the 44th Annual Equity Jeff Awards. I was presenting the...

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 15:26:00 -0600

At the 44th Annual Equity Jeff Awards. I was presenting the award for best supporting actress in a play. Photo by Johnny Knight.

At the 43rd Annual 2011 Equity Jeff Awards. I was receiving the...

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 15:25:00 -0600

At the 43rd Annual 2011 Equity Jeff Awards. I was receiving the Jeff Award for Best Supporting Actress in Wajdi Mouawad’s highly acclaimed and Jeff Nominated play, SCORCHED performed at Silk Road Rising! In Scorched I played the old incarnation of the tragic heroine, Nawal Marwan as well as the role of Nazira. Here are the Jeff Award Photos taken from the evening of the event. Photos courtesy of photographer, Johnny Knight.

My reviews from the Equity Jeff Award nominated, SCORCHED by Wajdi Mouawad at Chicago's Silk Road Theatre

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“That mother, whose name is Nawal, is played by three different women - …, most...

Diana as Inanna. Photo from My Name is Inanna performed as a...

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:59:00 -0600

Diana as Inanna. Photo from My Name is Inanna performed as a staged reading at Silk Road Rising. http://www.silkroadrising.org/live-theater/my-name-is-inanna-medea-was-born-in-fallujah

as Inanna in My Name is Inanna, performed as a staged reading at...

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as Inanna in My Name is Inanna, performed as a staged reading at Silk Road Rising. http://www.silkroadrising.org/live-theater/my-name-is-inanna-medea-was-born-in-fallujah

as Inanna in My Name is Inanna, performed as a staged reading at...

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as Inanna in My Name is Inanna, performed as a staged reading at Silk Road Rising. http://www.silkroadrising.org/live-theater/my-name-is-inanna-medea-was-born-in-fallujah

Diana Simonzadeh as older Alice (also Alice’s mother...

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:55:00 -0600

Diana Simonzadeh as older Alice (also Alice’s mother earlier in play) in Night Over Erzinga written by Adriana Sevahn Nichols. The World Premiere is currently playing at Silk Road Rising through November 11, 2012. Photo by Michael Brosilow.

My reviews for Night Over Erzinga!

“Playing her mother (as each character) is the enchanting Diana Simonzadeh, who is both captivating and touching as the ghostly characters… - Alan Bresloff Around the Town Chicago http://www.aroundthetownchicago.com/theatre-reviews/night-over-erzinga/

“The always stunning Diana Simonzadeh who will make you weep for the love of your own mother with her portrayal as the mortal (and ghostly) matriarchs.” - Michael Roberts Oct 14, 2012. http://showbizchicago.com/review-silk-road-risings-night-over-erzinga/

“A haunting performance is given by Diana Simonzadeh first as Alice’s wise mother, then later as the older Alice after years of institutionalization. http://www.talkinbroadway.com/regional/chicago/ch415.html

“With big expressive eyes and often saying nothing, Diana Simonzadeh (older Alice) haunts the stage. Simonzadeh perfectly illustrates a woman trapped in her own pain and hope.” - Katy Walsh Chicago Theatre Beat http://chicagotheaterbeat.com/2012/10/15/review-night-over-erzinga-silk-road-rising/#review

“… and Diana Simonzadeh manage to be both astonishingly familiar and exotically unique.” - Lawrence Bommer Oct 14, 2012 http://www.stageandcinema.com/2012/10/14/night-over-erzinga/

“Portes has assembled a terrific ensemble” - Kerri Reid Chicago Tribune http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/theater/theaterloop/ct-ent-1018-erzinga-review-20121017,0,7059140.story

My reviews from RETURN TO HAIFA by M.E.H. Lewis at Next Theatre

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:55:00 -0600

Diana Simonzadeh turns in a nuanced, heart-wrenching performance as guilt-ridden Safiyeh....

Jay Handelman's (Herald Tribune) top picks for the 2008-2009 most memorable shows and performances include...

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:50:00 -0600

Jay Handelman’s (Herald Tribune) picks for the most memorable shows and performances from the...

My reviews from PERFECT MENDACITY, by Jason Wells at Asolo Repertory in Sarasota, Fl.

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In her Asolo debut, Simonzadeh is simultaneously alluring, dismissive, and loving. Jay Handelman -...

Misc. Theatre Reviews

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:48:00 -0600

Homebody/Kabul at Steppenwolf Theatre “The Afghan wife played powerfully (in several...

My scenes in Independent feature, WaterWalk...

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:35:00 -0600

My scenes in Independent feature, WaterWalk http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2355961/

A father and son attempt to get to know each other on a crazy, epic 1,000 canoe trip across the Midwest. Following the 300+ year old pioneering journey of Marquette and Joliet journey, they set out without proper preparation, experience or the right equipment to do something no-one had attempted since that time. Based on a true story from the book by Steven Faulkner, this extraordinary adventure captures some of the most beautiful scenery in the Midwest and captures the heart as father and son struggle against the elements and each other to understand their own journeys. A moving, literary and spiritual family journey from the Upper Peninsula, through Green Bay, up the Fox River, down the Wisconsin River and finally to the mighty Mississippi and St. Louis. Written by James Sparling

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